3 of 3 .264 Win Mag factory loads carry 250 ft·lb and expansion velocity for coyote; the best reach 1,000 yd (Remington 140 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 140 gr Pointed Soft Point Core-Lokt | 140 | 1,000 | 3,030 | 1,015 | behind the shoulder only |
| Winchester 140 gr Power-Point | 140 | 1,000 | 3,030 | 1,015 | behind the shoulder only |
| Nosler Trophy Grade 130 gr AccuBond | 130 | 700 | 3,100 | 1,331 | yes |
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.