which is better 4 ghog coyote and just general varmint huntin?
2007-12-20 16:13:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
223 is cheaper and practically the same. i have used both and they both work fine for anything from ground hogs to deer. you can get bulk ammo for 223 for nothing.
2007-12-20 16:17:39 · answer #1 · answered by Preston T. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The .223 is a common round, one of the most widely available centerfire cartridges, and one of the more versatile calibers. Loads range from a burning 30gr at over 4000 fps, all the way to the special 90gr at a sluggish 2600 fps. There are special subsonic loads available, military surplus steel-core rounds, tracers, incendiary rounds, and others unusual rounds available on the internet.
The .22-250 is a less common round, made more expensive by that fact, as well as the fact that there's more powder and brass, there's just more cartridge. Loads range from 35gr varmint grenades moving at 4200 fps all the way to 80gr match bullets sliding in at just under 3200 fps. The drawback to this much velocity is an increased barrel wear. The higher pressure behind the bullets will cause your barrel to become 'shot out' sooner than it would with the .223, but not as badly as a .220 Swift.
The .223 will be available in most bolt action designs, as well as the .22-250, but the .223 is also available in many semi-auto rifles as well. So unless you're in a situation where ammunition availability isn't important, you're not going to be firing more than 2000 rounds in your rifle's life, and you need those extra 200 fps or so, the .223 is a much better choice. If, however, you are shooting for the higher velocity, the .22-250 is the answer.
2007-12-21 02:55:12 · answer #2 · answered by fishtrembleatmyname 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have both and for general use I'd have to say the .223 for many reasons, zero recoil / cheaper to shoot / etc. Get a decent quality scope and go practice. My .223 is a Weatherby with a sporter barrel and a Nikon scope and shoots great. My .22-250 is a Ruger with a Varmint Barrel and Leopold scope, it may be a bit more accurate and I can spend hours in a prairedog town with it but it's HEAVY. You just don't carry it for miles like a lighter rifle.
2007-12-21 02:47:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Either caliber will do just fine. The .22-250 has
a higher muzzle velocity and will therefore shoot
a flatter trajectory and hit harder. I never had a .223
so am really just going by what I have read. The .22-250
is an awesome varmint gun.
2007-12-20 16:18:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have owned both and either one will do what you are wanting it for. 223 being a military round can be picked up in bulk for cheap. It just comes down to personal prefrence.
2007-12-20 20:50:28 · answer #5 · answered by nothanksimstraight 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best choice for your purpose is the 22-250 no if"s, ands or buts.* I prefer a Remington, Savage or Winchester Brands.*
2007-12-21 03:22:34 · answer #6 · answered by dca2003311@yahoo.com 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I like the .223 better.
2007-12-20 16:24:32 · answer #7 · answered by Lonnie M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a 22 will work but i think you should take the 22-250 for better hitting power.
2007-12-20 16:22:02 · answer #8 · answered by huntin4life12 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The .223 for cost & ammo availability. The ammo costs less, too.
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2007-12-20 22:21:35 · answer #9 · answered by H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I prefer the 223, it works great, and is pretty economical.
2007-12-20 16:16:30 · answer #10 · answered by Nate 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋