All purpose cartridge for restrictive state

[Dubbodiver]

Yeah down south of Sydney. I assumed your would be going vic too. There was pretty strong backlash against it when they removed it i really don't think it will get looked at again now. I def wouldn't be going copper now just incase they maybe make it a rule later unless you just want to of course.

Out near Dubbo for me as my forum name suggest! that is good info about the copper, will probably play a role in my decision at the end of the day.

 

[Aussie Dan]

thanks for the response guys,
Efficiency is certainly a consideration as it needs to be an all purpose rifle, we have a big feral hog problem here so affordable effective ammunition that is easy to shoot in volume is a consideration.
the 270 is a very realistic option, I already load it for a couple of mates so it would not be a big imposition and factory ammo is very available.
the 7PRC looks amazing and if I had the option of having a special purpose sambar/longer range hunter as well as a farm gun then I think the 7 PRC would be it.

if I could ask anyones thoughts on the 308? could I get close to what want out of the Monos and then run cheaper cup and core for farm duties?
Regards.

What other cartridges do you have? A 243/308 for pigs/goats etc and then a 7prc/7rm/300wsm for sambar might be the go. Depending on what other crossover cartridges you own of course.
7prc ammo is prohibitively expensive here at least in Adelaide, $4-5/rnd is not uncommon.

A 308 will do everything you need <400yds and have tons of ammo options, cheap too.
Might not hit your speed goal however which might justify the 300wsm but thats reload only to get the best out of it.

 

[rookieforever33]

Factory 130 grain .308 winchester Barnes ttsx is available readily in the US. Most 308 win rifles come at 22 inches, but plenty are shorter. That combo should meet your stated goals if as available in your area.

 

[Sandhills]

Id look at a 280 ackley improved myself.