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Originally Posted by hodaka
In conclusion, I guess the 30-06 is the best all round caliber.
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We never debated the merits of the 6.5x55 SE loaded in a modern action. Using Vihtavuori N560 you can get 2,800+ fps with a 140 grain bullet. We are also forgetting the beloved .264 Winchester Magnum! Which has less recoil than the venerable 30-06. It can hurl a 160 grain bullet at 2,850+ fps. Woodleigh makes the perfect bullet for the .264 Winchester Magnum, a 160 grain bullet with a BC of .509 and a SD of .328. A .264 Winchester Magnum loaded with said bullet @ 2,850 fps have enough energy (1,000 ft-lbs) to kill whitetails out to 700 yards and enough energy (1,500 ft-lbs) to kill elk out to 450 yards. This conversation has progressed past WalMart availability, and is why I mentioned it.