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Coyote Hunting - From 10 Yards to over 1,000 Yards
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<blockquote data-quote="kgarrett" data-source="post: 2787623" data-attributes="member: 123496"><p>I have a VX6 3-18 and really like it. Mine has the Boone and Crocket reticle, going to get it swapped over for the TMOA reticle myself. Dial for elevation, hold for wind and you're off. Use the elevation reticle for corrections if you miss or if you need more drop than the turret has. The windplex is a decent option too. Make sure the reference is at a magnification that is useable for you (the moa hash marks are only 1 moa at a certain magnification, usually the highest). A VX5 3-15 might be a good option too, easily get you to 800+.</p><p></p><p>Even out to 1000, I don't use more than about 16-17 power to maintain field of view so I've got a Vortex PST2 5-25 with a Christmas tree moa reticle in FFP I've been using to learn to shoot long range. </p><p></p><p>Since you can't go prone, I also recommend a tripod. I'm learning to shoot with one myself. Im steadier prone (I think everyone is), but for being able to shoot above vegetation etc it's great. Also, much easier to sit and watch for coyotes behind a tripod. </p><p></p><p>As far as rifles go, I've got an Sig cross 6.5CM with the 18" barrel. Very handy, but wouldn't be my choice for shooting out to long range. They do make it in a PRS model with a 24" barrel though. Really like the ergonomics on mine. I put my Tikka CTR in a KRG Bravo chassis and am really happy with it. Would recommend checking them out. As far as cartridge, I agree with those recommending the 6.5 or 6 mm creedmoor (Which the Ruger Precision is available in). No need to pay the extra recoil and barrel life penalty of the 6.5 PRC unless you want to hunt something bigger than deer with it too. The CM's will kill coyotes as far as you can hit them. Soooo many factory loads for 6.5 CM, you'll be able to find something your rifle likes. Scads of reloading data too. </p><p></p><p>I kinda want a new coyote gun now too…. Maybe I should sell my Tikka Compact in 243 and get something new. Hmm….</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="kgarrett, post: 2787623, member: 123496"] I have a VX6 3-18 and really like it. Mine has the Boone and Crocket reticle, going to get it swapped over for the TMOA reticle myself. Dial for elevation, hold for wind and you’re off. Use the elevation reticle for corrections if you miss or if you need more drop than the turret has. The windplex is a decent option too. Make sure the reference is at a magnification that is useable for you (the moa hash marks are only 1 moa at a certain magnification, usually the highest). A VX5 3-15 might be a good option too, easily get you to 800+. Even out to 1000, I don’t use more than about 16-17 power to maintain field of view so I’ve got a Vortex PST2 5-25 with a Christmas tree moa reticle in FFP I’ve been using to learn to shoot long range. Since you can’t go prone, I also recommend a tripod. I’m learning to shoot with one myself. Im steadier prone (I think everyone is), but for being able to shoot above vegetation etc it’s great. Also, much easier to sit and watch for coyotes behind a tripod. As far as rifles go, I’ve got an Sig cross 6.5CM with the 18” barrel. Very handy, but wouldn’t be my choice for shooting out to long range. They do make it in a PRS model with a 24” barrel though. Really like the ergonomics on mine. I put my Tikka CTR in a KRG Bravo chassis and am really happy with it. Would recommend checking them out. As far as cartridge, I agree with those recommending the 6.5 or 6 mm creedmoor (Which the Ruger Precision is available in). No need to pay the extra recoil and barrel life penalty of the 6.5 PRC unless you want to hunt something bigger than deer with it too. The CM’s will kill coyotes as far as you can hit them. Soooo many factory loads for 6.5 CM, you’ll be able to find something your rifle likes. Scads of reloading data too. I kinda want a new coyote gun now too…. Maybe I should sell my Tikka Compact in 243 and get something new. Hmm…. [/QUOTE]
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