The 7mm08 is ballistically similar to the 7 x 57, which has been used effectively worldwide for game as large as elephants...

Realistically however, it excells on deer sized game out to 350 yards or so... With well constructed of bullets of 140 to 175 grains, it is adequate for non dangerous game as large as elk and moose within reasonable range, and of course with proper shot placement..

Many consider it a nearly PERFECT deer cartridge when loaded with 120-140 grain bullets ....

It's been my favorite whitetail cartridge for several years...As far as ability to hit and kill game, it runs neck and neck with suchold standbysas the .270 Win, .280 rem, .308 and 30-06, with less muzzle blast and recoil...