The largest known coyote weighed 74.8lbs, taken in the state of Wyoming.
The biggest coyote I've bagged here in Nevada weighed 32lbs.
My reference to a 50lb coyote was the common practice of using an extreme to illustrate a point.
I'm hoping that with enough practice, someday I'll be...
Hunting coyotes at 800yrds? I've never even spotted one out farther than 400yrds. If you're having trouble calling them in closer than 200yrds then you might consider spending some of the money a good e-caller. The 270 should work fine on all of the above, it just sounds like you might need a...
I can't understand the notion of 223 not being enough for 40-50lb coyotes under 300yrds. I've shot many coyotes and have only seen 2 that didn't drop instantly from a 223 and those 2 didn't make it more than 30yrds. If you're just looking for the WOW factor in blowing them up then go with the...
I have a 1x9 twist RRA Coyote Carbine that likes the following in order.
1. 75grn TAP FPD
2. 69grn SMK
3. 55grn V-Max
All groups are under 1"@100yds. The TAP ammo is consistent at 200yds.
I used my Winchester model 94 just once. I hit the coyote at 35yrds between the shoulders running away from me. It literally blew an eight inch cavity in the carcass and totally ruined the hide. Now I use 223 Remington with 55grn V-Max, drops them instantly with minimal fur damage.
I recently bought a Rock River Arms Coyote Carbine in 5.56/.223. It shoots a 3/4 group at 100yrds with Ultramax 55grn Nosler ballistic tips. If you're calling coyotes, most shots will be under 100yrds.
This ammo drops them dead like flipping a switch...