2 of 2 .25-20 Win factory loads carry 250 ft·lb and expansion velocity for coyote; the best reach 100 yd (Remington 86 gr Pointed Soft Point Core-Lokt). Ranked, with the drop chart for each.
| Load | gr | Max ethical yd | MV fps | 500 yd ft·lb | Shoulder shot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remington 86 gr Pointed Soft Point Core-Lokt | 86 | 100 | 1,460 | 119 | behind the shoulder only |
| Winchester Super-X 86 gr Jacketed Soft Point | 86 | 100 | 1,460 | 120 | behind the shoulder only |
Predator-size animals: 200–300 ft·lb is the quoted band. Placement is everything on a 5″ chest. Floor used: 250 ft·lb at impact plus the bullet's published expansion velocity. Orange = a target or varmint bullet (construction, not energy); red = never carries the energy. Sources: www.grandviewoutdoors.com.