Originally Posted by
builder459
Muley no .250-.260 bullet in a muzzleloader is a good choice for big tough elk size animals.you need to step up into the 300 gr class, especially when using a M/L. even when using a center fire i always used heavier lead in my rifle when elk hunting VS deer hunting. it's a matter of much more body mass. Ray
A 250 gr Thor will take elk all day.
Even though i'll be using a 300gr Thor for elk. It's because it fits my barrel better.
You know in CF a 250 gr bullet is more than enough. I don't have to tell you that. 30-06 180 gr has taken more elk than we can count. I won't mention how many elk have been taken with a 30-30. Oops! I mentioned it.
Blow a hole in the lungs, and you have a dead elk. Guys who try to take shots that are too long are the ones who think they need bigger guns/bullets. Don't mean you, but in general.