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What caliber rifle would you use for Big Cat hunting?

What caliber rifle would you use for Big Cat hunting?
What is the minimum cal you would use for large cat hunting?
What is a good cal that is capable of taking a big cat at 400yds?

If you are talking about African Lion, a lot of the countries have a caliber minimum, usually .375, which would include the 375 H&H, as well as the new .375 Ruger, as pointed out by someone above.

For leopard, I would consider the 30.06, or 7MM Magnums a minimum–better to sew a hole in their hide instead of yours.

Shooting a large cat at 400 yards is simple foolhardy! Most shots for leopard are within 100 yards and usually over bait.

For African lion, I would say 100-150 yards would be the max a PH would let you try a shot.

Lion and Leopard are on my dream list, and I can tell you that my minimum caliber will be a 416 Weatherby Magnum for either if I ever travel to the Dark Continent!

Good Hunting!
Tim

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