.17 HMR success

[Tegr0429]

Does anyone else run a .17 HMR for coyotes, foxes, cats? I have for years and haven’t had but a coyote or two get away after being hit. I’m just curious if anyone else uses a .17 as their main predator gun.

 

[ChrisA]

No. Only fast centerfire 17 calibers.

 

[Lawnboi]

Shot a bunch of fox with them and havnt been disappointed.

 

[Gershot]

Yep, .17 HMR all day for those little predators.

 

[StupidLightweight]

While I prefer larger cartridges for coyotes, which are pound-for-pound tougher than anything besides ground squirrels and prairie dogs, I must admit that every coyote i've hit with the .17 HMR has died and been recovered, including one at a staggering 225 yards. On that shot, the bullet hit the heart but never expanded.

For foxes and bobcats, the little HMR is close to ideal. The only better options is the .17 Hornet.