Like to get an autoloader but don't want to spend big money. I both call and makedrives with my dad and brother, thats why Iwould like an autoloader.I like the .223 for its flat shooting, accuracy, and price.Then again I would like to reach out and touch a yote acrossan Illinoisfield.Just can't make up mind what to go with. Any suggestion.

I would look for an older / used Ar-15 platform. You can always upgrade a little at a time until you have an outstanding Coyote Rifle.

Mini-14 or saiga may be cheaper, but an AR platform with a 20-24" tube and flattop is going to be your best bet for accuracy in an auto.

An AR is really the only autoloading platform that is accurate enough to take advantage of the .223's range. However, you are looking at spending over $1,000 by the time you get the gun and top it with a decent scope.

You can get a bolt gun for about half that, top it with a good scope, and still save a couple hundred bucks. And the accuracy of most bolt guns is as good or better than a lot of AR's.

The .223 round itself is great for coyotes. Ammo is cheap, there is a wide selection of loadings to choose from, and it is widely available. A .223 will kill coyotes futher than most shooters can accurately shoot.

You can build an AR15 for $625 before transfer fees and scope. Put a cheap $50 Wally World scope on it and go shoot.

Although not a fan of the M16, it has turned out to be a popular and effective yote piece. I don't see any other realistic options unless you are shooting close.

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One of those cheap scopes is still working on a 30-06!

I agree. I'd say the Mini-14. A buddy has one and loves the thing. He has it in the .243 caliber though.