Thread: 223 on deer

Anyone using the Hornady 75gn HPBT on deer?

Originally Posted by Shearer

Anyone using the Hornady 75gn HPBT on deer?

I have found results with it to be mixed out of factory ammo on goats. Inconsistent expansion.

Originally Posted by gimp

I have found results with it to be mixed out of factory ammo on goats. Inconsistent expansion.

Thanks. Have you used the 77gn TMKs?

Originally Posted by Shearer

Thanks. Have you used the 77gn TMKs?

No - have stuck with the 80gr ELDMs as they perform faultlessly.

From my perspective you could throw a blanket over the 80 ELDM, 77 TMK and the 80 Targex. All perform outstandingly. Comes down to what shoots in your gun and supply.
80 ELDM seem to have the most consistent supply.

Cant get 80grn Targex or 77 TMK at the moment.
I have enough 80 Targex for a wee while and 150 77grn.

Bryn (Targex) has generously made me some trial 74 grain using the 69 grn jacket so it will be interesting to see how they go. BC of .380 (to be confirmed).