Looking for new Coyote Rifle - Need Opinions

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Mirwin9711

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OK Guys. Here are my requirements.
Chambered in : .223, 22-250
Bolt action
Detachable Mag.
22" to 24" Heavy Barrel or 24" standard barrel.
Going to be shooting out 400 yards.
Will be walking and setting up to call. So I don't want too much weight.
(Already have a Savage Model 25 in .223 and the mag is so bad I can't even load the second round)

Doesn't matter about stainless steel or blued. Synthetic or Wood.
Just looking for a good shooter.
Under $1,000.
Any opinions would be great.
 
For that distance you should think one of the 6mm's or a .270. However, the .22-250 drops less at 400 than the .223. Think heavy bullets for long range energy.
"...the mag is so bad..." If it won't take the second round, look at the follower or replace the mag.
 
Mirwin9711: where about are you from? In some provinces like NB coyote hunting can only be done with a 22 250 or smaller or as long as it uses a .224 bullet or smaller. Now if it is during a big game season you can use bigger as long as you have the appropriate license for the big game.

I know stupid rules. but they are what they are.
 
Browning Xbolt Varmit in .223. I have the same rifle and get consistent 1/2" groups at 100yards with handloads. 5 round mag is slick and easy to use and with 40degree bolt throw its extremely fast for follow up shots
 
I have a stevens 200 in 223 thats my dedicated yote rifle that is pretty decent for my needs out to 300. I was looking at picking up a pre fit AI barrel for it this winter/spring, but I think Ive changed my mind and now looking at building a 6mmbr off a savage action instead.

Dont know if that helps you in anyway...
 
My T3 lite 223 is a super nice walking around rifle even with a 12X Leupold on top.
It has an 8" twist, loves heavy bullets and despite what some may think, the mag feeds like a dream.
My hunting load is about 1/4 MOA..
 
If the gun is for coyote hunting then why need the heavy barrel? You won't be shooting that fast to worry about your barrel heating up...and it's usually cold out. The heavy barrel doesn't make the bullet travel faster or more accurate. If I were you I would save the hassle of lugging a heavy barreled varmint rig around and get a standard sporter. For 400 yds and a dedicated coyote gun I'd get a 243 or 6mm rem, if not then the 22-250. Not that it can't be done with the 223 but I think the 22-250 and the 6mm's are better suited for that scenario
 
The 22-250 will give you a little more energy at what ever range as compaired to the 223....don't know if that's something that concerns you. I'd go with the 22-250 because I have an even chance at wolves as well as coyotes.
Any of the model 12 savages are accurate rifles.
 
hawk-i said:
The 22-250 will give you a little more energy at what ever range as compaired to the 223....don't know if that's something that concerns you. I'd go with the 22-250 because I have an even chance at wolves as well as coyotes.
Any of the model 12 savages are accurate rifles.
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Don't overlook the fact that a fast twist 223 (pretty common to find em in 1 in 8 or 1 in 9 these days) can shoot a much heavier bullet than your typical factory 22-250. More than makes up for that velocity edge that the -250 has at shorter ranges.
 
I picked up a Savage walking Varminter in .223. At the range this summer it performed exceptionally well and was like a lazer out to 300 yards. It is middle of the road with regard to fit and finish and price. However, it is not too heavy to pack around and you won't worry about scratching it if you have to lean up against a fence post to shoot old wiley.
 
We used to use small calibers early in the winter but as the snow built up we ended up using our hunting rifles (270 and 280) so we could spot our misses better and adjust accordingly.
 
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