From what you guys describe, the sambar must be sorta like our nilgai. They’re tougher than white tails, but not bulletproof. Nevertheless, some outfitters and guides recommend bigger rounds.

The one I went with carried a 340 Wby. Too many accounts of those critters being killed with more conventional rounds, although good bullet choice is never a bad idea.

Nilgai are good eating, how about sambar?

DF