.30-06 and Elk: 165 grain vs. 180?

[running iron]

The only reason I like the heavy bullets in my 30-06 is cause they are the most accurate in my rifle. I like to think that the heavy weights might buck the wind better, but most if not all the shots I've taken elk with have been 100 yards or less in thick cover. Load up different weights and see what works best. For me, it's a mind game. I have confidence in my own load.

 

[hardluk1]

The Barnes X bullets are very hard to beet, The 165 grain does the job well with a bit more fps and will take out bith sholders but your rifle may shoot 180 better. Great bullet design. All companies now offer a factory load to as a base to try.

 

[flyguyskt]

ive decided to give the 200 grn nosler accubond a try in my 300 loaded up at 2791fps... they also make them in the 180 i know. ballistic coefficient is fantastic and i think federal loads them for the 06?

just got the rifle back from the smithy so hopefull i can get out and shoot it this weekend.