Stat the 338 Federal is probably the most practical round released in this recent wave of new cartridges IMHO. My hunting buddy has one in the Kimber Montana and the entire package weights about 5 3/4 lbs. The rifle costs around $1,000 and is 5.2 lbs, that is as light as many of the custom mountain rifles costing a lot more. The recoil does get your attention with the 210 grain partitions but it would be great carrying around elk hunting that is for sure. Do not pick one up or will likely be out $1,000!!! It is a good shooter to.