2 of 2 .270 Wby Mag factory loads carry 1,200 ft·lb and expansion velocity for black bear; the best reach 800 yd (Nosler Trophy Grade Long Range 150 gr AccuBond Long Range). Ranked, with the drop chart for each.
| Load | gr | Max ethical yd | MV fps | 500 yd ft·lb | Shoulder shot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nosler Trophy Grade Long Range 150 gr AccuBond Long Range | 150 | 800 | 3,080 | 1,774 | yes |
| Norma 150 gr Oryx | 150 | 500 | 3,180 | 1,307 | yes |
Fat and hair hide the vitals: aim 4–5″ behind the shoulder and a touch high. Partition / bonded / monolithic. Floor used: 1,200 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.themeateater.com, www.oneoutdoors.org.