The 290gr Barnes TMZ and TEZ are excellent muzzleloader bullets for elk sized game. Both bullets are 100% copper, which means the TMZ and TEZ are California legal muzzleloader bullets. All things considered, the 250 grain Barnes TEZ is my favorite muzzleloader bullet for my CVA Wolf and Optima muzzleloaders.

What caliber is legal for elk in Colorado?

24 cal.
To legally hunt elk with a rifle in Colorado, you must use a rifle that fires expanding bullets with a minimum caliber of . 24 cal. or 6mm, a minimum weight of 85 grains that delivers at least 1,000 ft. lbs.

Are Powerbelt Bullets any good?

Overall I’ve had decent success with powerbelt bullets. I like how they load in my gun and so far they are the best grouping rounds that I have tried. Years ago I had two similar instances using powerbelts, back to back years, both shots inside of 100 yards and both shots on shoulders broadside.

Can you use sabots in Colorado?

Sabots seal well to start, thus if you are using BlackHorn209, it’s recommended to use sabots. Never use smokeless powder in your Remington/Ruger! Because Colorado doesn’t allow sabots during the muzzle loader seasons I would stay away from Blackhorn209.

Can you hunt elk with 223?

223 Remington is UNDERKILL for elk hunting, under average conditions, from a mid-range distance, with a medium grain expanding bullet, and with correct shot placement. 223 Remington round is approximately 1250 foot-pounds.

What muzzleloader is legal in Colorado?

The minimum caliber for hunting elk and moose with a round ball projectile has been raised to . 54 caliber. Thor Bullets are 100% legal in Colorado and meet all State hunting requirements for a muzzleloader projectile.

Can you use a muzzleloader during rifle season in Colorado?

Senior Member. Not legal for muzzleloader, if you draw a bow tag can only use bow, muzzleloader tag is muzzy only, rifle is any legal manor of take but still required to wear orange.