2 of 2 .270 Wby Mag factory loads carry 1,000 ft·lb and expansion velocity for wild hog; the best reach 900 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 | 900 | 3,080 | 1,774 | yes |
| Norma 150 gr Oryx | 150 | 600 | 3,180 | 1,307 | yes |
Vitals sit low and forward behind a shield of gristle; 1,000 ft·lb with a well-built bullet is the benchmark. Floor used: 1,000 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: backfire.tv.