I have a rem 700 300 utltra mag that I love 100%. But last year I shot a mulie with it and did a lot of damage. I know I can drop down to a 160 grain, and would still be a little over kill for mule deer, but I'd be okay. I'll be sticking to rem 700 for my next rifle but I'm not sure what cal would be the best. I want the longest, flatest shooting cal I can get that will do the job on yotes, antelope and small deer. I know most of the time shots are not that far but I want the capability to be able to reach out there. I don't have the time or patience to reload so I'll only be shooting factory rounds. I'm more concernedwith theavailability than cost on the ammunition. So, my question to you more qaulified than myself is which cal, 243,25.06,270,308,or other? I know you guys have probably had this conversation a thousand times, but your expertise and advice will be greatly appreciated!!!

Thanks In Advance!!
Bryan

Well, the first thing I'd say is that if you change your mind and get into reloading, you could probably stop your problems with the 300 with a different choice of bullet.
I guess for your second question, I would recommend the 25-06 for the applications you stated. All of the calibers you mentioned would probably work well, IMHO the 25-06 is the best of the lot.

Cut 6 inches off your barrel....

I agree with the .25-06, if you're going after mulies again might opt for .270 for more bullet though

I would have to say either the 26-06 or the .270 for long range stuff.

2506 will work great and stop any whitetail or mulie deer on the planet. Then again so will your RUM you just need to look at bullet construction for usage.

I'm definitely going to continue using my 300rum for larger game such as elk, bear, caribou, or even moose. I,m just looking for the best caliber for game such as antelope, whitetail, and varmits. I want to be able to reach out there witha fast,flat shooting caliber that won't be such over kill as the 300 rum. I was really considering the 25-06 and it seems that might be a good choice from what some of you are saying. With the25-06, theright scope and a lot of practice whatshould my effective killing range be for the type of game mentioned above?

Thanks Bryan

Well actually your .300 RUM is probably one ofthe flattest cartridges you can buy. So you might just think about getting some 120 or 140 grain bullets to use on smaller game.

My girlfriend has a 700BDL in 25.06 and she takes coyotes out to about 250yds with handloads and 85gr BT's, and my longest was a little over 350yds on a bobcat that spooked(got lucky). With heavier loads (115-120gr) 250-300 is our limit, but all I can say is it is your call. Only take a shot if you are confident in it and yourself. You're not going to win any 1000yd matches, but it should be fine for those game you mentioned. Hope this helps.

Jerry

I would never discourage someone from buying a new gun, but I just read where Remington is now loading 300 Ultra Mag cartridges in three different types. One supposibly has really light bullets and kicks about as much as a 30-06 and the next one has middle weight bullets and runs about like a 300 Win Mag. It's something you might want to check out.

I went online and actually called Remington today. The smallest grain they make,or plan to make,for the 300 rum is 150grain. Do you guys think 150grain is over kill for whitetail, antelope and varmits? If it is than I need to get the 25-06.

Thanks Bryan