.243 vs .270 recoil

[luberhill]

I usually hunt with a .243 for deer and have killed several .

  I have a chance to buy a .270 cheap .

 I do have a bad shoulder and that’s part of the reason I picked the .243 

  How much harder does the .270 kick ?

  And is it that much better for deer 

[Four Seasons]

Myself I hunted with a 270 for years before our property grew to bigger fields with 400yd shots frequently needed so jumped up to a 300Wby Mag. The 270 will have a little bigger punch to the shoulder then the 243 for sure. I would guess you would handle the difference in punch unless the shoulder is in real rough shape.  Sight the 270 in with the lead sled so you feel nothing as you get it to tack driving and with the excitement of the hunt/shot you won’t notice the little kick. 

[Dr Juice]

Go for it! I love my 270 and killed lots of deer using 130-grain bullets. I prefer the 130s over 150s because of accuracy and less kick. Good luck with it!

[Doc]

My brother-in-law hunts his deer with a .243, and has never had a problem getting the deer down. Of course he is deep into competition rifle shooting and always hits the deer exactly where he wants to.

I hunt with a .270 and cannot find any significant recoil. Does my .270 kill the deer any deader than my Brother-in-law's .243?.......Probably not. 

[airedale]

Not a whole lot of difference in recoil from my perspective, the 270 lends itself to bigger game hunting.

Al

[luberhill]

9 hours ago, Four Seasons said:

Myself I hunted with a 270 for years before our property grew to bigger fields with 400yd shots frequently needed so jumped up to a 300Wby Mag. The 270 will have a little bigger punch to the shoulder then the 243 for sure. I would guess you would handle the difference in punch unless the shoulder is in real rough shape.  Sight the 270 in with the lead sled so you feel nothing as you get it to tack driving and with the excitement of the hunt/shot you won’t notice the little kick. 

It’s not so much feeling the recoil , it’s the damage and after effect of what the increase recoil is doing to the shoulder 

[Four Seasons]

6 minutes ago, luberhill said:

It’s not so much feeling the recoil , it’s the damage and after effect of what the increase recoil is doing to the shoulder 

Maybe you can try it at the bench with the sled and get an idea on how much more pressure there is from the 243 and see. If not a crazy amount maybe even an added recoil pad or some kind of pad on the shoulder under the coat. Not worth any damage to jump up for sure. 

[Tughill Tamer]

I own a 270 and 243 and rotate them in through different seasons. The difference in recoil is definitely noticeable but not a huge difference.

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[Daveboone]

Felt recoil from a bench will be much more than off hand...be sure to wear your hunting coat, etc.. For that matter, I allways pad with a folded towel also. My main rifles have always been 8x 57 Mauser and .308...bullet wt and felt recoil very similar. I picked up a .270 several years ago and was delighted with its light recoil and wonderful accuracy. The .270 certainly has much more capability than the .243 (my opinion is the .243 is totally inadequate for consistent results on northern white tails and larger big game), and is capable of taking any thing short of the great bears...and has been used for that! Of course, the exact bullet wt you shoot and rifle set up makes a big difference.

 

[luberhill]

26 minutes ago, Daveboone said:

Felt recoil from a bench will be much more than off hand...be sure to wear your hunting coat, etc.. For that matter, I allways pad with a folded towel also. My main rifles have always been 8x 57 Mauser and .308...bullet wt and felt recoil very similar. I picked up a .270 several years ago and was delighted with its light recoil and wonderful accuracy. The .270 certainly has much more capability than the .243 (my opinion is the .243 is totally inadequate for consistent results on northern white tails and larger big game), and is capable of taking any thing short of the great bears...and has been used for that! Of course, the exact bullet wt you shoot and rifle set up makes a big difference.

 

Wonder if a gas operated semi would be less recoil than a bolt , or should say noticeable ?

[suburbanfarmer]

30 minutes ago, luberhill said:

Wonder if a gas operated semi would be less recoil than a bolt , or should say noticeable ?

Yes quite a bit different but gas gun wont be as accurate as a bolt for some reason.

Get the 270, throw a recoil tamer muzzle brake and softer butt pad, the difference will be barely noticeable between the 270 and 243

Edited Thursday at 08:50 PM by suburbanfarmer

[luberhill]

24 minutes ago, suburbanfarmer said:

Yes quite a bit different but gas gun wont be as accurate as a bolt for some reason.

Get the 270, throw a recoil tamer muzzle brake and softer butt pad, the difference will be barely noticeable between the 270 and 243

How do put a muzzle break on it ?

[Four Seasons]

22 minutes ago, luberhill said:

How do put a muzzle break on it ?

Have to take you gun to your local gunsmith. This is mine on my 300Wby mag. Had to have it just to shoot the dang thing. They will calm the beast in any rifle. They will thread the end of your barrel and the break screws right on. 

[luberhill]

1 hour ago, Four Seasons said:

Have to take you gun to your local gunsmith. This is mine on my 300Wby mag. Had to have it just to shoot the dang thing. They will calm the beast in any rifle. They will thread the end of your barrel and the break screws right on. 

How much does it increase the sound ?

  I’ve heard that’s an issue ???

[Four Seasons]

6 minutes ago, luberhill said:

How much does it increase the sound ?

  I’ve heard that’s an issue ???

Oh it most definitely will make the bang go up a decibel or two. But crazy how much it reduces the punch. 

[Daveboone]

Muzzlebreaks are a mixed blessing...they are quite pricey to have installed, I hate the increased bark. Semi autos also go for a lot more than a bolt and will be a longer action/wt, proportionatly. Some loss of accuracy as its lock up simply isnt as tight as a bolt...but for practical hunting accuracy probably no concern. I highly doubt anyone of average size would have any problem with recoil from a .270....dont shoot off a bench with a T shirt only. Wear your hunting clothes and dont be afraid to pad your shoulder. I routinely do no matter what I shoot...I am a bit boney, and even light calibers can start to bruise after a while. 

[fasteddie]

There are Reduced Recoil loads available to purchase . I wonder if there is any difference in  knock down power . 

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1001803283/?pid=882105