RE: coyote hunting
OY VEY! you just opened up a huge can of worms!!! but it depends on your hunting area, how long your shots are gonna be and such. I use a .204, not huge but will range out there. 22/250 .243 12 gauge
.22 mag for close up stuff. they all work well as long as you know the gun and plan your shots well. you can even join the .223 gang!!!