600 yards is max distance I'll be shooting and that is rare! Ive had opportunities at 700 yards, but never attempted a shot on animals at that range. I was unable to close distance before shooting light ended. My shots tend to be 70 yards to 250 yards for majority. When im on a ridge watching a "park" i can be 400 to 500 yards for shots. A bdc style is easier for me due to speed and elk are big.