How far do you feel comfortable using the .223 on coyotes?

[MHWASH]

I'm looking to add another coyote rifle to the mix. The purpose of this rifle will be a light, short barreled suppressed .22. I spent last Saturday walking around from dawn to dusk packing my 10# 22-250 and am looking for a lighter rifle that's a little more balanced that a 20"+8" suppressor hanging off the end.

I've killed 90% of my coyotes with a 22-250, but only a few with a slower .22.

 

[Maverick1]

18,000 yards.

 

[Timberline001]

Why not keep it a fast .22? A fast twist 22-250 or 22 creed with a 16 inch barrel should still hold 2900-3000 with 80 ELDMs, will give you less wind drift, and farther terminal performance.

That’s what I’m building at least.