Choose me a coyote rifle

Ok this is a little different...

Going to head back to the states and on the lookout online over there for a coyote gun. I case something comes up at a good price before I get back I will buy it and get it sent to a friend.

The criteria:

Shots from 10-300m. It's gun will live in the truck with many shots taken from the bonnet or out the window.
Calibre... Not worried but the range, game size and availability probably dictate 243/22-250/308/25-06 or should I think 223?

Stock... Not sure? Won't be alpine so maybe wooden or laminate is best
Metal... Stainless is not essential
Optics... I'm thinking a fixed 6 power but will probably go for a 3-9. Boring I know.

So build me your ultimate coyote rifle? Even if you've never hunted them... Note, they never stand still so unlikely to dial.. Just point and shoot.

Will buy it second hand, could always put a boyds stock on it for next to nothing..

Should have said I don't really want a detach mag

22-250 will probably work.

AR15. But it doesn't fit your criteria at all

Fast twist .243 shooting 105 A max

Sako 85 Varmint

SAKO 85 Varmint Laminated Stainless

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Originally Posted by .22-250 everything

Ok this is a little different...

Going to head back to the states and on the lookout online over there for a coyote gun. I case something comes up at a good price before I get back I will buy it and get it sent to a friend.

The criteria:

Shots from 10-300m. It's gun will live in the truck with many shots taken from the bonnet or out the window.
Calibre... Not worried but the range, game size and availability probably dictate 243/22-250/308/25-06 or should I think 223?

Stock... Not sure? Won't be alpine so maybe wooden or laminate is best
Metal... Stainless is not essential
Optics... I'm thinking a fixed 6 power but will probably go for a 3-9. Boring I know.

So build me your ultimate coyote rifle? Even if you've never hunted them... Note, they never stand still so unlikely to dial.. Just point and shoot.

Will buy it second hand, could always put a boyds stock on it for next to nothing..

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perm? or just a visit?

Guns are way cheaper over there as Im sure you know....

Ive seen ppl hunt coyotes on youtube, not my scene, but Id wonder on a good quality semi-auto for a follow through given your range isnt far. Do coyotes hunt alone? my impression was 2 or 3 or 4 together, so a semi might allow a finish off or 2 take downs quickly....in which case Id consider an AR15, of course they are expensive these days in the US.

after 40 odd years battling rust/corrosion my personal preference is always stainless...but a chromed barrel would be fine...


regards

Hmmm yeah a fast twist 243... I like that idea, I think the sako might be out of reach in terms of $$. If it was American made I would be in for something cheaper. What are the ruger hawk eyes like?

It will be a log term stay... Yeah a semi would be ok but I'm not keen to leave an AR15 in the truck all the time. I know that is completely unreasonable but that is just me. I won't be actively hunting them but just shooting them on the farm, they are everywhere. Mostly they are alone but sometimes in a small pack

Kimber Longmaster classic

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Kimber Longmaster classic

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They look awesome!

Winchester model 70?

:D.17 ackley hornet

I love watching the coyote hunting on YouTube and such and most seem to be with either 223 204 or 243 I like the 6mm cal so a cheep rem 700 with decent bases rings and good glass would be the sensible choice, and the road well travelled. Beyond that I'd stay simple stainless synthetic and practice your calls

I'm going to be hooking up with Colorado and Pawnee Josh in about 2 days time. They've shot loads of dogs and I think with a .243 but I hope to know for sure before the end of next week! :thumbsup:

Couple of great guys methinks, they're picking me up in Denver.

Ray.

Have you looked at the Rock River .243 or 7/08 AR10's? Could be just the combo. Semi auto, good ballistics and hitting power.

AR15 with Raptor Gen3 Pinnical Night Scope would do the job nicely!!

Hi,
I have shot my 4 coyotes with a 223rem. My guide had a243 as well.a properly bedded and tuned up sps Remington will do the job. No need for an anvil to carry arround . Scope: 3x9x40 or 4.5x14x40 leupold. Sighted in at 150/200 depending on your terrain.

The coyotes are usually called in from great distances and shot below the 250m mark.
A rangefinder is useful to make a mental note of the different distantes around your ambush spot before you start calling. Because once the dog is in motion you don't have time to play around with arangefinder or bullet drop compensator on the scope.
You shoot from crossed sticks in he sitting position as this allow you to scope more area quickly with minimal movement.

Friwi

Id assume its not to be overly expensive as its a truck gun. Its a pity the americans are panicing so badly over ammo. Another cheap to shoot gun would be a cz in 7.62x39mm, wouldnt attract attention like an ar15....I think its like 10~15cents or something in the US? or was. If I was hunting here I think that would be my choice.

CZ-USA -> CZ 527 Carbine

Or I think savage do a 10 scout in 7.62x39mm?

Savage 10 FCM Scout in 7.62x39: review

Then there is the ruger mini 30

The Mini Thirty uses the 7.62×39mm and the Mini-6.8 fires 6.8 mm Remington SPC, or there is a "target" one in 223....dunno if "target" is really apt for a semi-auto...

Me, Id go cz and Id save my $s that way for something "better" later on for long range in say 7mm08 or something.......just cause I like shooting a long way....

:D

Lol an AR15 attracting attention in America? Depends what part of the country you are in I guess.

Not about attracting attention with the AR 15. But they are expensive and as a truck gun that will travel to and from work I would rather not have the semi auto in there. Just my personal preference. Hmmm I hadn't thought of the CZ, could do nicely and they are beautiful rifles.

Tasbay, a nit scope would be awesome! See so many of them in the headlights on the farm tracks

Browning Bar Shortrac .243. Best of all worlds :yaeh am not durnk:

Do not touch a Ruger Hawkeye. As Steven suggested, CZ 527. great little rifles.
Also a Sako A7 would do the job, or even a T3.

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Originally Posted by .22-250 everything

Not about attracting attention with the AR 15. But they are expensive and as a truck gun that will travel to and from work I would rather not have the semi auto in there. Just my personal preference. Hmmm I hadn't thought of the CZ, could do nicely and they are beautiful rifles.

Tasbay, a nit scope would be awesome! See so many of them in the headlights on the farm tracks

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Well you will be in the right country to pick something special up....... Don`t bring it home in your luggage though!!!

25 06 is really popular from pests to mule deer

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I'm going to be hooking up with Colorado and Pawnee Josh in about 2 days time. They've shot loads of dogs and I think with a .243 but I hope to know for sure before the end of next week! :thumbsup:

Couple of great guys methinks, they're picking me up in Denver.

Ray.

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Can't wait to see you Ray, we'll see if we can't put a coyote in front of you while you're here.

My personal preference as a coyote caliber is the larger 6mm's... they pack considerably more clout than even the hottest of .22 centerfires. Coyotes are quite tough, and offer poor angle shots frequently (especially when called in)... an 87-105 grain bullet will traverse far more canine than a 55 NBT. Add in the ballistic advantages and to me the 6's clearly dominate the .22's on 20-50lb critters.

A guy my Dad shot with in Montana used a 220 Swift. You need to make good one shot kills on them - you cannot miss and educate them, ranchers hate that.

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theres 30 odd pages of how to set up a ar15 if you wanted to go that way.

I am a bit biased toward the 243 tho, It just seems to do it all well, and flat which helps if you are shooting at night

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Do not touch a Ruger Hawkeye.

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Why not? Mine (in 308) is solid, reliable, shoots 0.75 MOA, has a very nice trigger after a bit of tickling (as standard was crisp but heavy), and IMO has great ergonomics/feel and handling. The only thing I don't like about it is is that the action is a bit loud and 'click-clickey', not as smooth as some.

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theres 30 odd pages of how to set up a ar15 if you wanted to go that way.

I am a bit biased toward the 243 tho, It just seems to do it all well, and flat which helps if you are shooting at night

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37 pages of the most terrible ARs

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37 pages of the most terrible ARs

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Hahahaha

Just had a thought... The howa/vanguards would be fine for out of a truck and inexpensive. Could grab a stainless one, biff the stock and put it in a boyds laminate... Cheapest vortex or Nikon scope... Sorted!!

But if I've got the money I'm getting a CZ!

This may be of interest - Tikka T3 SS in 22-250 - NEW - USD$499
There will probably be some tax or other fees to have it shipped.

Gun Library: Tikka T3 .22-250 Remington : Cabela's

Cabels Gun Library - Item # 2845292


Tikka T3 .22-250 Remington

Reference #: 2845292
Price: $599.88
Sale: $499.88

Status available
Fore End Smooth With Textured Panels
Gauge .22-250 Remington
Manufacture Date 2012
Metal Condition Excellent, New Firearm
Weight 6 lbs. 2 oz.
Stock Dimensions 13 3/4" LOP.
Extras With Box
Bore Condition Excellent, New
Gun Library Hazelwood, MO
Barrel 22"
Wood Condition Excellent, New
Butt Makers Recoil Pad
Stock Smooth Pistol Grip With Textured Panels
Trigger Factory

Whilst I have a bunch of different calibers - I think its best to keep it simple, especially when giving advise. Based on your description I would go for either .223 or .243 & I love both. Taking versatility and ammo cost into account I would go for .223 as coyotes are not big boned. If you were looking to push out to 500 meters then I would choose a 22-250. If you think you might have a crack at bigger game then go for the .243. Personally I would buy both ... which I did. ATB ... gunzrrr