All of the above model rifles are also available in 7mm08. Another " short action" cartridge with power/recoil very similar to the .270 Winchester. And of course being a short cartridge it fits in any of the rifles that the .308 Winchester does. When used with a good bullet the 7mm08 will do anything the .270 will. I don' t know if I' d feel very comfortable going any lighter than those cartridges for Elk in heavy cover. But within that cartridge lineup you can find just about any rifle/action type you desire.

Let us know how it turns out!