Coyote Riffle

[billcollector]

Looking for new bolt action coyote riffle. I have an AR in 223 but isn't doing what i need in the long range. Was considering .243 or 22-250. Both give me a little more punch at the longer distance. Thoughts? Pro's/Con's. Interested in what some others are using and have found with each.

 

[halfmileharry]

go .243. It'll do anything the 22.250 will plus a lot more.

 

[THard6]

unless you just want to spend the money. I don't see why your AR won't get the job done...

 

[Hookeye]

I run a .243 Rem 700 ADL synthetic. Currently with a 4-12X AO Leupold.
Don't need that much scope on a "walking varmint rifle" IMHO.

 

[billcollector]

If i keep the AR i want to get a different upper (20") instead of the standard 16" barrel.

 

[Ngdonut]

If lethality at long range is the goal, I would go with the 243. It will stay supersonic for longer while holding onto its energy for longer than the 223 or 22-250.

 

[THard6]

If i keep the AR i want to get a different upper (20") instead of the standard 16" barrel.

to me.. that would be more fun!

 

[billcollector]

I have looked at the HOWA 1500 and like it but have always like Remmington 700's. Not really sure but would like to get it before this summer so i can practice before next years season

 

[billmyn]

buy you a 6.5 grendal upper. one lower 2 uppers just pin and go.

 

[Hookeye]

I sold my 16" AR to my cuz (it's his yote rig).
No foliage and crisp air, makes for a loud little rifle.

Annoyingly so.

While my .243 running 4350 may have a hell of a roar, it doesn't hurt the ears as bad as that damn little black rifle of now his

If your 16" is a bit too loud you might look at swapping out the flashider, maybe go with the XM177 style that's 5.5" long. That should help.

I prefer the non ringed Bushmater version for looks though, this a DPMS. $20 is a cheap experiment.

 

[billcollector]

All the rush on AR components and uneasiness around them I was not sure i could get the upper.

 

[billcollector]

I am not sure i will buy a different flash suppresor with legislation in motion for suppressors being legal for hunting. IF that passes I might spend some $$ on a suppressor for the Black gun and it will definetely stay as my #1 go to. The yotes won't hear the shots...

 

[dross]

How far away are you shooting coyotes that your 16 inch AR isn't enough? Either you're one heck of a good shot, or Indiana coyotes are wicked tough compared to Colorado ones.

 

[roadrunner681]

well if ya wanted something different i would try a 260 Remington, or 6.5 creedmore but hookeye is correct 243 is probably ideal, but 204 Ruger, 22-250 or even 270 would be just fine. don't use a mosin with soft point bullets it just tears them to pieces and keeps on going.

 

[Manatee]

.243 is a great caliber. I've had good success with a 25-06 Savage. Very accurate and a great mid distance shooter.

 

[Lycurgus]

.243 is a great caliber. I've had good success with a 25-06 Savage. Very accurate and a great mid distance shooter.

 

[Leo]

The 22-250 is a sweet varmint cartridge but most of them have barrel twists compatable with lighter bullets. The 70 to 85 grain bullets in a .243 will have more down range energy. I spend a lot more time with various 6.5mm rounds, but I spent enough time with a .243 I bought and a .243 match rifle I built to have good confidence with that cartridge. That would be my choice for coyotes at a distance.

 

[bstewrat3]

The 220 Swift is the answer. It isn't effected by the current ammo shortage, but that is because it's always in a shortage.

 

[Sniper 79]

I have a 16" AR, a Savage 22-250, and a Ruger M77 in .243. When heading out for yotes I opt for the AR every time now. Leave the bolt guns at home. I have missed taking doubles because of having to row the bolt and ended up shooting behind the animal as it ran away. I know I could have made a faster shot and killed both if I had the AR. What grain bullet are you shooting in the AR. Go to something heavier if you are having problems at distance.

 

[hopcam]

I have a CZ 527 Ultralight Predator in .223, but i thought it was turning the coyotes away so i got a Savage Model 10 Predator in 243 Winchester. If I ever see a coyote its dead.