Some questions about rifles for coyote's.

[huntard]

So i'm interested in buying the savage edge xp that comes with a scope, but my problem is that i dont know too much about ammo or what the difference between them will be when hunting coyotes/turkeys. I want something thats great on range, accurate, and isnt too expensive, but isnt overkill for a coyote thats 100 yards out, and in a stretch accurately hitting at 200 maybe up to 400 yards out.

I can get this gun in 8 different calibers:

22-250 REM 1 in 12"
223 REM 1 in 9"
243 WIN 1 in 9.25"
25-06 REM 1 in 10"
270 WIN 1 in 10"
30-06 SPFLD 1 in 10"
308 WIN 1 in 10" 22"
7MM-08 REM 1 in 11.5"

any input will help, thanks.

[huntard]

esentially i dont know the difference between the calibers what the pro's and cons and differences between each type is.

[Big Z]

I've ran the 223 to 400 without any trouble. The 22-250 is another varmint rifle. The 243 and 25-06 could be considered "crossovers" for varmint/medium game. The rest are generally accepted as common deer sized rifles. Not saying the 223 can't take deer and the 308 can't take yotes.

[huntard]

Originally Posted by Big Z

I've ran the 223 to 400 without any trouble. The 22-250 is another varmint rifle. The 243 and 25-06 could be considered "crossovers" for varmint/medium game. The rest are generally accepted as common deer sized rifles. Not saying the 223 can't take deer and the 308 can't take yotes.

So how do the 223 and the 22-250 differ from each other in terms of range, and power, and also price of ammunition? Also the 243 and 25-06 as well?

[BC Cowboy]

the 22-250 is an amazing little predator gun! It will reach out and touch something!! The .204 is a wicked little rifle for that too! And wolves and coyotes don't stand a chance!!

[huntard]

Originally Posted by BC Cowboy

the 22-250 is an amazing little predator gun! It will reach out and touch something!! The .204 is a wicked little rifle for that too! And wolves and coyotes don't stand a chance!!

can the savage edge shoot .204, and how do the 2 compare against each other in regards to ammo price accuracy and range?

[Sheridan]

.22-250 Accurate and range.

.223 Least expensive to shoot.

.243 Range under windy conditions and the ability to step up to deer size animals by using bigger bullets.

[Ridge Runner]

if your in-experienced with rifles then go with the 223, ammo is cheap as you can get and will hold its own to 300 yards on coyotes. I have all of the calibers mentioned and my pick of the litter is a 223.
RR

[Vapodog]

Originally Posted by Sheridan

.22-250 Accurate and range.

.223 Least expensive to shoot.

.243 Range under windy conditions and the ability to step up to deer size animals by using bigger bullets.

Excellent post.....

The .243 is a marvelous varmint rifle for coyotes.....use the 55-58 grain bullets and it'll amaze you.....step up to 100 grains and it puts venison in the freezer....it's a superb cartridge.

[Big Z]

Originally Posted by huntard

So how do the 223 and the 22-250 differ from each other in terms of range, and power, and also price of ammunition? Also the 243 and 25-06 as well?

They 223 is cheaper, assuming the same bullet/manufacturer. The 22-250 is more powerful. The range will be limited more by the rifle's and the user's abilities than the cartridge...though the 22-250s higher velocity will yield flatter trajectories and less wind drift. The 243 and 25-06 are more than capable deer cartridges, but the availability of lightweight bullets with explosive performance give them the 'crossover' name for varmints. I wouldn't have an eye on them unless you're willing to pay more for ammunition or need the extra juice for deer (I wouldn't have a problem using the 223 for deer to a reasonable range, with good bullets).

All-in-all I'd opt 223, and shoot more than less. Maybe get a nicer rifle/scope next in another caliber. The cheapy/beginner 223 will always have its place