1 of 2 7mm Rem SAUM factory loads carry 1,200 ft·lb and expansion velocity for black bear; the best reach 600 yd (Nosler Trophy Grade 160 gr AccuBond). Ranked, with the drop chart for each.
| Load | gr | Max ethical yd | MV fps | 500 yd ft·lb | Shoulder shot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nosler Trophy Grade 160 gr AccuBond | 160 | 600 | 2,850 | 1,468 | yes |
| Remington 150 gr Pointed Soft Point Core-Lokt | 150 | wrong bullet | 3,110 | 1,139 | behind the shoulder only |
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.