Surely you jest! What!! Is this a trick question? The .30/30, in whatever action it ismade in, has been killing whitetail deer, mule deer, elk, moose, grizzly bears, and even a few dangerous animals, including an elephant or two in Africa, since 1895!

It certainly is not recommended for big bears or the African Big Five, or even elk or moose. And there are even better choices for whitetails and mulies. BUT it is certainly capable enough up to maybe 200 yards. All you have to do is put your bullet in the right spot, and that is true, REGARDLESS of what cartridge you choose! And some lever-action .30/30's can be quite accurate, too!