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Yes, you need a new rifle, and yes, you need a scope for it. Lot's of good calibers have already been suggested, so pick the one that best suits your build, abilities and go for it!
A scope does so much more than help to identify the target. (By the way -- hunters that use a scope rather than other optics to identify their targets scare me! If the target turns out to be another human, you have just sighted that person with a high-powered rifle! Scary stuff.) Scopes really come into their own during low light conditions or when the game is in any kind of cover. They also aid tremendously in shot placement, helping to hit an exact spot on the animal rather than just the animal.
Good luck with your decision, and have a great hunt!
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