45/70 Question

[Steelruger22]

So based on my research the good ole 45/70 is still plenty potent for elk when applicable ranges are used. From what I have read that the 400/405 sp is the gold standard and that pretty much anything 350 and up is acceptable.
My question is how does the group think how the Federal Hammerdown 300 gr load would work for elk? I know they are a softer bonded bullet, very similar to the fusion 300 gr. What I haven't been able to find are any 1st hand experiences for using either the Hammerdown or fusion loads for elk. Would any of you have any reservations about using this load on elk within 200yrds? I think I'd be fine but would like to hear what some more experienced 45/70 shooters have to say.

The rifle that I'd be using is one of the new Marlin 1895 SBLs and short of this rifle my 45/70 experience is nada.

These are the rounds....
https://www.federalpremium.com/rifle/hammerdown/11-LG45701.html

 

[Deepchandoggy]

Did you do any testing yourself and what did you end up going with? I also have a 4570 for elk. Been shooting the leverevolution. Grouping like 2.5" at 100 yds. 325 gr plastic tip bullet. Wondering if tighter grouped were possible

 

[Steelruger22]

Did you do any testing yourself and what did you end up going with? I also have a 4570 for elk. Been shooting the leverevolution. Grouping like 2.5" at 100 yds. 325 gr plastic tip bullet. Wondering if tighter grouped were possible

[... I didn't get the horsepower I was hoping for here but the campfire did generate more conversation on the topic. ...

https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/19783037/45-70-question#Post19783037

But I did end up whackin a good bull, wish had the 45/70 as he was only 70rds or so away and since it was opening day I was toting my 300 wsm. At any rate it was meat in the freezer. I have 110% confidence that if that scenario played out again if had marlin in hand my family would 100% still be enjoying elk burgers. Next tag I get for wapiti I will be rocking the 45/70 in confidence. If they show up out of range then its time to hone those stalking skills.

 

[Steelruger22]

If the 300 gr bonded "Hammerdown" is in question... I would have full confidence using it on elk within normal (200 yrds) ranges. From what I've seen it done to both whitetails and piggies I wouldn't hesitate to rock it in the dark timber for elk