Doing some research on calibers and weights to determine what type of rifle to buy. Somewhere between a 270 wsm up to a 338. I've looked at different ranges for these sizes and tried to compare trajectories and energy impacts.
At 300 thru 500 yds, I see quite a difference in both. What would be adequate in energy to down a deer or elk. Would a smaller round with high velocity and energy be better than a larger caliber with less ?
Take for example, a 30 06 150 grn ( 1625 fps/880 ft.lbs. @ 500 yds ) compared to a 270 wsm 150 grn ( 1890 fps/1190 ft.lbs @ 500 yds.
Still looking to buy 1st and probably only deer rifle for next season. Sometimes more research is more confusing. Enjoy reading your comments and the controrvesy.