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Perhaps there are two sub-topics going on here....
One is proper, one is well meaning but off topic..
The focus of the tpoic is just as the heading says:
""Effective coyote range for .223?""
So in my mind the author wants to know, at what max range, does a .224 projectile from a ".223 Rem" have the ability to cleanly kill an "average" coyote...
...This is a ballistic question, not a hunt/call technique question.
Thankyew. You're exactly right. As I mentioned, I want to know what to look for in a scope. However, I have found the variety of opinion and perspectives fascinating.
Based on chilirojo's great photo, my 3/4" MOA rifle is theoretically capable of hitting the vitals of a coyote at 400 yards. The remaining energy at 400 yards is still greater than the 22 Magnum's muzzle energy, so again theoretically, my .223 might be a 400 yard rifle.
So that seems to be the outer limit. I think the variation in opinions comes from folk's varied experience with the environment (wind, terrain, light, etc.), gear, skill, and varied coyotes!
Thanks for all the comments, gents!
DaveD