4 of 4 .357 Mag factory loads carry 250 ft·lb and expansion velocity for coyote; the best reach 550 yd (Barnes Pioneer 180 gr JHP FN). Ranked, with the drop chart for each.
| Load | gr | Max ethical yd | MV fps | 500 yd ft·lb | Shoulder shot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes Pioneer 180 gr JHP FN | 180 | 550 | 1,655 | 282 | behind the shoulder only |
| Winchester Super-X 158 gr Jacketed Hollow Point | 158 | 400 | 1,830 | 226 | behind the shoulder only |
| Winchester Super-X 158 gr Jacketed Soft Point | 158 | 400 | 1,830 | 226 | behind the shoulder only |
| Barnes Pioneer 140 gr XPB | 140 | 300 | 1,695 | 178 | 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.