Thread: Typical Bush Pig Rifle setup

@bill f

Having a short compact rifle (Bush Pig) for hunting in the thick bush is a distinct advantage both in being able to move through the bush without getting tangled up and also for quick pointing when required.

Btw our wild Razor Back pigs are short and compact and love living in the thick bush, hence the term Bush Pig.

As has been said typical shooting distances I've encountered while bush stalking are between 5 and 50 meters.

Here's a couple of examples of the types of terrain you could expect to encounter bush stalking in NZ.

Semi Open Pine Forrest, shooting distances up to about 80 meters


Typical North Island Bush, shooting distances less than 50 meters


I like to hunt the thicker bush with my Rossi 92 44mag with a 16" barrel.

Hope this helps with your question.

Cheers
Pete