Top 10 Big Game Ammo

Published on November 22, 2016
Duration: 4:52

This video provides an expert-level overview of the top 10 big game hunting cartridges, detailing their ballistic performance and historical context. The instructor, demonstrating high authority, covers rounds suitable for large game like moose and even the African Big Five, offering insights into energy, velocity, and bullet weight for each caliber. It's a valuable resource for hunters seeking to understand the capabilities of various ammunition types for challenging hunts.

Quick Summary

The top 10 big game hunting cartridges discussed include the 375 H&H Magnum, 45-70 Government, 7mm Rem Mag, 300 Win Mag, 300 Weatherby Magnum, 338 Lapua, 7mm-08 Remington, 444 Marlin, 338 Marlin, and 458 SOCOM. These rounds offer varying levels of energy, velocity, and bullet weight suitable for animals moose-sized and larger, with the 338 Lapua being noted for African Big Five hunts.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Big Game Hunting Rounds
  2. 00:44375 H&H Magnum Deep Dive
  3. 01:0945-70 Government: A Classic
  4. 01:317mm Rem Mag for Large Game
  5. 01:46300 Win Mag Versatility
  6. 02:07300 Weatherby Magnum Power
  7. 02:21338 Lapua Magnum: Long Range & Big Five
  8. 02:497mm-08 Remington Analysis
  9. 03:08444 Marlin Lever-Action Power
  10. 03:28338 Marlin Specialty
  11. 03:39458 SOCOM: AR Platform Dominance

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top 10 ammunition calibers for big game hunting?

The video covers the 375 H&H Magnum, 45-70 Government, 7mm Rem Mag, 300 Win Mag, 300 Weatherby Magnum, 338 Lapua, 7mm-08 Remington, 444 Marlin, 338 Marlin, and 458 SOCOM as top choices for hunting animals moose-sized or larger.

Which cartridge is recommended for hunting the African Big Five?

The 338 Lapua Magnum is highlighted as a legal and effective round for hunting the African Big Five in Namibia, known for its significant energy and long-range capabilities.

What is the difference in power between the 300 Win Mag and 300 Weatherby Magnum?

The 300 Weatherby Magnum is considered the most powerful .30 caliber round, delivering 4200 ft-lbs of energy with a 220-grain bullet at 3500 fps, surpassing the 300 Win Mag's 4000 ft-lbs.

Is the 458 SOCOM suitable for hunting large game?

Yes, the 458 SOCOM is presented as a capable AR-platform round for big game, capable of firing heavy bullets up to 600 grains, with a 300-grain load providing substantial energy.

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