How does a 270 compare to a 308?

270 Winchester has a slight edge over the . 308 when both are using 150gr bullets. However, the 130gr . 270 load has an even flatter trajectory with 8.9-15.8″ less bullet drop at 500 yards than both .

Whats better for Elk 308 or 270?

308, 7MM-08 are all good low recoil rounds for elk. Some will argue that the 308 is better because heavier bullets are available. Simple fact is with a premium bullet both the 270 and 7mm-08 are perfectly adequate given good shot placement. As far as recoil alot depends on the gun and load.

How much does a 270 drop at 100 yards?

270 Winchester ~ 140 Grain ~ Trajectory Chart

Range (Yards) Velocity (Ft/Sec) Bullet Path (inches)
100 2774.3 1.51
200 2595.4 0.0
300 2389.1 -6.7
400 2192.2 -19.51

How many inches does a 270 drop at 500 yards?

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Range Drop (inches) Velocity
A A
400 -26.9914 2025
450 -37.7594 1913
500 -50.9053 1805

What is the most accurate deer caliber?

Best Caliber for Deer Hunting

  • 7mm-08 Remington.
  • 280 Remington.
  • 7mm Remington Magnum.
  • 30-30 Winchester.
  • 308 Winchester.
  • 30-06.
  • 300 Winchester Magnum.
  • You might be surprised by the number of hunters that use the 300 as their primary deer rifle. An exceptional round for long range, it gives no quarter in performance on whitetail.

What is Weatherbys most accurate rifle?

The . 30-378 Weatherby Magnum is one of the most accurate rifle cartridges. The cartridge held the world record for accuracy at 1,000 yards (910 m) for over thirty years. Given factory ammunition, Weatherby guarantees 1.5 MOA accuracy from their Weatherby Mark V action rifles and sub-MOA (.

How far can a .270 bullet travel accurately?

A 270 rifle is a great choice for hunting game in the mid-sized to large range. It can shoot accurately up to about 500 yards, making it perfect for taking down big game animals like deer or elk.

What is the best grain bullet for a 270?

The 130 and 150-grain slugs are the most popular choices for the . 270, with some 140-grain offerings splitting the difference. There are lighter choices—the 90 and 100-grain bullets that make the . 270 a viable coyote rifle—and some heavier bullets, but above 150-grains things get tricky.