215 Berger, 210 ABLR, or 200 AB for elk inside of 600 yards, 300 PRC???

[Colin78]

Got my 300 PRC put together and had plans of running the 215 Berger Hybrid as I know there is a solid following of it on game. But now that it's go time I'm hesitant to not stick with my old tried and true accubonds. While I enjoy shooting steel at long range I limit my shots on game to 600 yards. So for elk with a max range of 600 yards out of a 300 prc which bullet are you choosing…215 Berger Hybrid, 210 ABLR, or 200 AB?

 

[Jcook02]

I don't think any of those choices will treat you wrong! We took the 200 AB's out to 900 yards and were shooting 5" groups (furthest elk was 435 yards with a lot within 250 yards). We've killed elk from 100-550 yards with the Berger's. Furthest was 330 yards (if I remember correctly) with the ABLR and they did just fine. If you have the time and resources, I'd pick up a box of all three and see which one the gun likes best.

Best of luck and let us know how it goes.
JC

 

[TucsonFX4]

Yes…

I wouldn't have a problem with any of them. I used a 210 ABLR out of a 300wm on a bull at a little over 500 and it worked as desired. Piled up 9 yards from where he soaked it up.

For my preferences, I wouldn't go much past 6-700 yards with the standard AB, but the others should reach a bit further yet if desired.

 

[Tiny Tim]

They are all fine bullets and don't think you will be disappointed with the performance of any of them. I haven't used the ABLR's but have heard they can be finicky. I used AB's exclusively for years and was always satisfied with their performance. Been using the 215 hybrids the last few years in a 300 RUM and 300WM and I've been extremely pleased with them as well.

 

[tydaws]

I killed a bull in NM this past fall at 531 with a 7 SAW & 160 AB running 2815. Perfect bullet performance. If you're comfortable with the AB, especially within 600 yds, load em up & go kill an elk. I wouldn't hesitate for a second, assuming you have good verified dope, are well practiced & capable.

 

[MagnumManiac]

Not shooting a PRC, but in a 300WM or 300RUM, all of those bullets work. Personally, I really like the 200g Accubond for normal ranges and the 210g ABLR for long shots, I've never had the fliers with them as some report on the ABLR.

Cheers.

 

[FireFlyFishing]

Any of the three will work. Of the choices listed my vote would be 210 ABLR. I run the 190 ABLR out of my 300 WM and love it. Shot my elk last year with it. Bang flop at 418 yards.

 

[lancetkenyon]

We have used the 215s in .300RUM speeds (3100) from 175 to 800+. Hasn't disappointed yet.

I have them loaded in my 300PRC ready to go...if I ever draw an elk tag again.

 

[Rodbolt]

I agree that all three are good bullets but would definitely have the Accubond in the chamber. We tend to watch areas requiring a 300 yard and out shot but when pushed in rifle season we've shot bulls trying to run over us! The Accubond stands a chance of breaking both shoulders at woods range.

 

[zerosprk]

As others have pointed out, any of the three you listed will do the job, provided that you do yours - which is put it in the right spot. So, find the combination (bullet, powder, primer, seating depth...) that shoots the best out of your rifle and have at it.

 

[7Rum Slayer]

I would lean heavy on the 215 Berger as my 300 PRC loves them. However your rifle may like something else. If you have all of the above I would let the rifle tell you what it likes. I am confident all 3 of your bullet choices in that caliber will smash Elk with good bullet placement. Good luck and happy shooting, Jason

 

[dallen0427]

My rifle really likes the 215 Bergers. Previous to the Bergers, I used 200 Nosler partitions. They worked great on moose and bear out to 500.

 

[dogbuster0006]

Accubond all the way, if you were killing past 600 the others would be a better choice they're "softer" made for long range. Accubonds/partitions are my choice for anything bigger than deer.