Lee M
AH fanatic
I'm not supporting a 300 yd shot on an eland. I would advise getting closer.
With a .308, I would give the Sierra GameChanger 165 gr. ammo a try in your rifle. If the gun likes that bullet- good deal. Would also consider a 180 gr. bullet.
I finished off a bad bow shot on an eland with a Brit .303 at about 50 yds- DRT ! The are large animals, but considered "thin skinned", buy African standards.
I realize this is an older post, but my thoughts in general. The reality is that a 300 yard shot is far for most hunters. Yes there is likely a good amount on AH members that are avid shooters and practice at longer ranges. But this is a unique group and i would guess the average hunter doesn’t put many shots down range outside of the pre deer season sight in and hunting season.
I consider my many hunts in Colorado and Wyoming to be the longer range opportunities for antelope, deer and elk. My trips to SA and Namibia not nearly as far shots in general. Maybe that’s because i want to stalk closer, hunt some waterholes and enjoy the Africa experience of an unknown animal approaching while I’m there. It’s not like only a deer or turkey or the once a year bear sighting will happen like in PA. Nothing more exciting then the unknown of Africa. Forget about 300 yards. Do your prep work including shooting on sticks between 100-200 yards and be confident. Your .308 will kill any Eland without question in this general range which likely covers 90% of what a good PH and outfitter will get you.