Can anyone tell me what the lightest recoiling .45-70 ammo is for deer hunting. Also would it be possible to use some of the cowboy type ammo for deer hunting

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James G. · Answer

Shaun, the best loading Buds offers is the Federal Fusion (https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/59192/federal+f4570fs1+fusion+20rd+300gr+45-70+government)  -  Federal Fusion Ammunition is loaded with a specialized bullet, perfect for deer sized game.  Muzzle Velocity 	1850 Feet Per Second  -  Muzzle Energy 	2280 Foot Pounds

Randy I. · Answer

as long as you are keeping the ranges short the cowboy rounds will do the job

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Can anyone tell me what the lightest recoiling .45-70 ammo is for deer hunting. Also would it be possible to use some of the cowboy type ammo for deer hunting