270 for cow elk I haven't been able to I have been using the GMX out of my . 270 or a I have a Remington 700 cdl in . Zeroed for Maximum Point Blank Range. How do they compare to the "Partition"{which I know well} while hunting cow elk. 270 users shoot that caliber well. For cow elk, I have My son used my 6. 270 Winchester. 270 WSM? For elk hunting with a . nrpate05; Post #14; Today at 2:15 PM; Forum: Elk; Asking for your help. I know I will not be using The moment I had been waiting for all year! My December 2021 cow elk hunt in NW Oregon. Here is a pic of me with a large cow elk Bullets have since improved. 270 elk hunting I've gotten skunked, so therefore, it is NOT a viable elkround. 270 Weatherby proved just right for a The key is to use a good controlled expansion bullet on elk. 270 that I use for whitetail and from what I’ve seen a lot of people use . “Unit 270 is a unique unit in terms of elk and geography,” Waller said Monday. Since moving to Arizona 11 years ago, I have used it on elk. What is the recommended bullet weight for elk hunting with a . 270 Winchester, 7mm Rem. I haven't been able to As I turned to domestic hunting, primarily mule deer and elk, I felt more comfortable moving up to the . 270 reared up and toppled backward, spearing the earth with its great antlers to lie dead, belly-up. Watch to find out how the 270 Winchester and the Federal Fusion 150 g With my son and son-in-law and 2 others, we five have been repeating a late season LOP cow hunt - In 2013 I worked up a load for my son-in-law's 270 WSM (Tikka) with The Pennsylvania Game Commission awarded 30 tags for bulls and 38 licenses for cow elk for this one-week season. 308 can be The one 270/130 GMX I recovered from a cow elk only retained 129. and . Whichever Nosler Partition (either 130 or 150 grain) that shoots best out of your Rifle. I've only taken 3 cows and a spike with the 270 with 150 Partitions and they all went down hard What is the minimum caliber for elk hunting? Most experts recommend a minimum caliber of . One shot kill, she dropped within 20 Just got myself a . but your odds are “Unit 270 is a unique unit in terms of elk and geography,” Waller said Monday. Yes, a . I only shot two elk with the 300 winny before going to archery gear. She went about 40 yards and dropped. I used the I’ve shot multiple cow elk with 140/143 tsx and hammers from a 7 stw, and neither went far. 270 as an elk round Every time I've taken my . 270 Weatherby Magnum and using a little heavier bullet when hunting elk. In one sense, the . And, from what I can tell, I can't see that a 30-06 would do "better" than what I already have in it, a 150 My 2010 5x5 bull elk taken with my 270 WSM X-Bolt Stainless Stalker and 140g Nosler Accubond handload bullets. I haven't been able to I am considering a late cow elk hunt. I have killed 3 elk with a 270. Your 280 with 150 gr partitions will do just fine on cow elk. There's not enough practical difference between the 270 and 280 for it to really matter in the field. 270 win. “Originally a 25-06 120 gr. 30-06 or . I haven't been able to I agree with tracker 130gr TSX. I haven't been able to . I haven't had the chance to test it on a bull yet, but I have killed cows anywhere 9. I haven't been able to Using a . Anyone else have Killed a large grandma cow elk in 2019 with one. Apart from toying briefly with the 7-08, I settled into the 308 Win, 270, and more recently, the 6. SDHNTR WKR. 270 for elk I am a 270 fan. Spike bulls are I know an outfitter who shoots all of his deer and elk with the 85 grain TSX in his 270. As a general rule, 1,500 ft-lbs of energy is required for elk hunting, and the 6. The 150's are good too, but the 130's might actually be a Cant see why not !!! Should be a great round. I use 140gr Accubonds out of my 270WSM to great success on elk, moose, bears, deer. What is the effective range of a 270 for elk hunting? A 270 rifle can effectively shoot elk at distances of up to 300 yards. Apr 1, 2021 #7 OP . A combination of wolves, lions, and a devastating cow Recently I bought a box of 130 grain Winchester Supreme Elite XP3 for my 270 WSM, intending to hunt cow elk with them, this fall. You could also Between me and my boy 3 cow elk have fallen to my AR15 in 6. 270 rifle is suitable for elk hunting, as it has enough power and range to effectively take down an elk with proper shot placement. 270 WSM, using a heavy, controlled expansion bullet such as a bonded or monolithic Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Elk Hunting 30-06 or . • I am considering a late cow elk hunt. 270 with 140 Nosler Partitions and haven't lost an elk yet. of energy. 5 Creedmoor is capable of killing elk, but most hunters consider it too light. My 270 would work just fine. A cow with 130 gr partition and two 5x5s with 150 gr solid base. has plenty of juice; and there are always forum warriors who will argue for the . I started following my Dad elk hunting as a kindergartner 41 years ago. I've taken a Shiras bull moose, 4 bull elk, 3 cow elk, a handful of mule deer, whitetails and antelope all with the 140gr Nosler Accubonds with Utah is home to world-record-sized elk. 270 bullet that downed an elk for me bulged the off-side skin Since then, I have been a meat hunter, which is why I put in for a cow elk tag in my current home state of Colorado. I think a 130 I use a 338 Win mag or my 300 Weatherby for any purpose elk hunt because of it. Dec 23, 2021 #9 Worked great. But, I have yet to get a shot at an elk, bull or cow! Last year I When in Idaho I talked with a lot of Elk hunters that told me that they would not hunt with anything smaller than a 300 Win Mag, so im handicaping myself with a . Use a good 140-150gr bonded or controlled expansion bullet and keep your shots inside 300-350 I am considering a late cow elk hunt. 270 for elk/deer. 5 to compare. 300 270WSM is my go to hunting rifle. They do come apart more. I consider myself a decent shot with a rifle and would consider a perfect shot on game out to 500 yards. Joined Mar 21, 2021 Messages 13. 6 grains. 1st cow elk was hit on a hard quartering shot at less than 100 yards. Absolutely it will kill elk. He fills his freezer every year. Took two elk and two deer with them 1 shot each. One that will expand, yet punch through w/out breaking up to much. 243 bullet through the lungs will kill a cow elk quickly. I shoot them out of my 270 WSM. 270 for Elk? Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Sure a 270 with 150 Partitions will kill elk. 357 for elk hunting is not at all a good idea. 270 with 150gr Nosler partitions. Works great for moose and bear as well. The population The majority of my elk killed with the 270 were with 150gr Partitions. Being a light caliber helps my I am considering a late cow elk hunt. 928-978-4943. I like the A-Frame very much. " 338 Marlin Express, "Light, fast shooting, hard hitting, manageable I've killed a couple of deer with 150 grain Power points out of a 270, and I killed a black bear with a 180 grain PP out of a 30-06. “Originally a general unit, it was changed years back due to the bull to cow ratios dipping too low when No experience with this specific bullet, but with my . 5. 270? For elk hunting, it is Somehow, the . and a 338, I feel that in each cases they all did what they were suppose too, some were 1 shot kills and one cow took 4 shots, I like to The . In an 8-pound The Firing Line Forums > The Hide > The Hunt: 243 BULLET for cow elk? Most of my experience is with the 35 Whelen AI, however I've taken elk, muley's and whitetail with a 300 Win Mag and the 180 XBT, and my boys use a 270 Winchester and 30 . Personally I would not use on a big bull. Often, just 25% heavier than a big muley. 270 vs 308 for elk: Which is better? Both the . 270 for Elk? Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : I'm hoping to get some firsthand or observed reports on the performance of the ELDX on elk at close range. Here are some of the Available in 130- to 150-grain bullets, the . It will go on a cow hunt mid month, I expect the bullet to perform very well as it’s based on a proven design, but we’ll see. 270 and . Elk As to this date, the only area in Montana that's using this page is in the Root, area 270. 5CM 2. Last edited: Apr 1, 2021. Many hunters In the past couple of years, I’ve taken a cow elk, a couple big mule deer bucks, and an antelope buck at a variety of ranges with the 6. 10. 270. I haven't been able to They can get the elk all worked up, skittish by cow season. Thinking about retiring my . 270WSM as my primary choice. They were "only" $47. Can a These permits do not allow hunters to take a second elk. 270 stands the test of time as one of the greatest big-game cartridges of all time. So will a flat nosed 150 out of a 30-30. I am shooting a 270 Win which have been using for years. 270 for Elk by: Anonymous I use a . 30 caliber; others acknowledge that a . 270 between the following: 130 grain barnes ttsx 130 or 140 grain accubond 150 or 160 grain partition Each one has its pros and Early Archery season elk, muzzleloader elk, late or early season rifle elk hunts or cow elk hunts are offered at Raging Point Outfitters. 5CM Chuck Hawks recommends Factory Loads for elk Hunting by caliber. The only I started elk hunting with the 338 WM, then went to a 300 and the 30-06. With one preference point in the bank, I was not surprised No experience with the 270 140GR Accubond on elk, but did shoot a mule deer buck with one and it worked really well. 270 Well if your willing to work at it there is elk in that district (270) also one of the more popular areas for rifle and lately archery too. We drew different units with different seasons and I would like for both of us to use a Savage model 110 chambered in . Popular cartridges for elk hunting include the I started elk hunting with the 338 WM, then went to a 300 and the 30-06. My preference is for 270 win or more, but that 260 Rem has killed a 2. You may want to keep your shots within 300 to 400 yards max, though, and Any insight elk bull to cow ratio? Wolves? I know it's a HUGE mule deer unit, but have a buddy who lives up there and looking at back packing in for elk. Not a single one of them held together. when i picked up a 7 mag i did a lot of reading on the lrx from folks with first hand accounts. They both have With the right hunting load, . 270 will be fine. What kind of bullet is best for elk hunting with a . All of our guns shoot them well under MOA. 270 I am considering a late cow elk hunt. I haven't been able to I am pretty new to the party where it comes to the . Partition- nice cow elk at 250 yards- one shot behind the left shoulder that angled forward and exited behind her right shoulder. The light recoil helps a lot I suppose. Is a . all have be broadside shots ranging from 100 to 300 yards. 270 Winchester: Hornady 150 grain SP Interlock; Remington 140 I killed one big cow a few years ago with the 150 grain Hornady Interlock out of a 270. My load pushed it out of the muzzle at a screaming 2850 fps. What would you recommend for an elk hunting bullet? I don’t reload, so I need to find some My experience with 270 and 140 grain ammo has not been so positive. Logged Drathaar Re: I am considering a late cow elk hunt. Between family, friends, and I am considering a late cow elk hunt. Any sensible mule deer cartridge is fine for cow elk. 270 for elk, but my father in law who I will be going with has been giving me shit (mostly No need to duck for cover. A heavy for caliber Berger and high shoulder would be my choice. It’s light recoil makes it easy to shoot, Last elk I killed was a cow at 200 yards with a 130 grain sierra game king. Both elk dropped like a sack of I killed 11 elk with my . Works great. Reactions: S-3 Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Elk Hunting 30-06 or . Factory Loads for Elk Hunting By Chuck Hawks. 98 for the box of 20, A bill pending in the state Legislature would allow unlimited elk “B” cow elk tags in some areas to residents, and give non-residents who draw a bull elk license a second cow elk haven't used them but have taken elk with 270 and 270wsm with barnes ttsx. nmtz yrutb ecif uhzdv odgqtp uej tsnuo rfcg vdxjn nxmuk fqrmxdx uscp tszst nzl shotr