Hunting Elk with 30-40 Krag

[KRAG3040]

Anybody hunt elk with a 30-40 Krag? Your input is appreciated.

Thank you,
KRAG

 

[NCsmitty]

I don't use 30-40 Krag, but it should be good for 200yds with a 180gr SP. Ballistically, it's very close to the 300 Savage and both are adequate within their respective range. Energy runs over 1000ftlb at 300yds, which is more than enough.

Remington's ballistic table give the 30-40 180gr Core-lokt load the edge over the 300 Savage 180gr Core-lokt load.
Reloading tables give the 300 the edge by a smidgen.



NCsmitty

 

[KRAG3040]

NC'
Thanks for your input.

 

[sonier]

ok for elk its best to stay above 1000 ft lbs at watever range your shooting. thats what determines my loads for hunting