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Would a 7mm-08 be enough for elk up to 300 yards? I've taken deer at 300 with it, but will it be enough for an elk?
Question by mihunter. Uploaded on November 04, 2009
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I think the 7mm-08 would be fine for elk out to 300 yards or so. Just like any rifle, shot placement is the key!
It should be.
I wouldn't suggest using a 7mm-08 for elk. It is kind of like using a 243 it works, but it isn't the best option. Try a 7mm mag, or even a 300 RUM.
It still has the velocity and energy at 300+ yards to get the job done with a 140 grain premium bullet like Barnes TSX or Nosler Partition. I would stay away from deer bullets like Ballistic Tips and cheap soft points for elk in that caliber. Of course, the 7mm magnum would be "better" and the Uber Mags not necessary.
I agree with those who've written that the 7mm-08 should be entirely adequate for elk at 300 yds with good bullet placement.
I agree with a "proper" shot placement, and GOOD bullets it will get the job done.
That being said, I'm not a fan of small fast bullets.
I like the .308 family myself (.308/.30-06/.300 Win Mag) which are all more than enough for elk with regards to energy and ft pounds of energy.
Yes more than enough. Good luck.
If only it was 7mm-'06 AKA .280 Remington. Awesome cartridge.
sure i use the 7mm mag to elk hunt and it works well for me
a 7mm or a 30-06 will be better for a elk
that would be plenty to bring down and elk in a heart beat. or if you hit him rite, less than a heart beat.
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It still has the velocity and energy at 300+ yards to get the job done with a 140 grain premium bullet like Barnes TSX or Nosler Partition. I would stay away from deer bullets like Ballistic Tips and cheap soft points for elk in that caliber. Of course, the 7mm magnum would be "better" and the Uber Mags not necessary.
I agree with a "proper" shot placement, and GOOD bullets it will get the job done.
That being said, I'm not a fan of small fast bullets.
I like the .308 family myself (.308/.30-06/.300 Win Mag) which are all more than enough for elk with regards to energy and ft pounds of energy.
I think the 7mm-08 would be fine for elk out to 300 yards or so. Just like any rifle, shot placement is the key!
I wouldn't suggest using a 7mm-08 for elk. It is kind of like using a 243 it works, but it isn't the best option. Try a 7mm mag, or even a 300 RUM.
I agree with those who've written that the 7mm-08 should be entirely adequate for elk at 300 yds with good bullet placement.
Yes more than enough. Good luck.
If only it was 7mm-'06 AKA .280 Remington. Awesome cartridge.
It should be.
a 7mm or a 30-06 will be better for a elk
that would be plenty to bring down and elk in a heart beat. or if you hit him rite, less than a heart beat.
sure i use the 7mm mag to elk hunt and it works well for me
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