For that application, I'd probably go with something like a 243 (or 6mm Creedmoor, etc) shooting a 105gr Amax. With a .5 G1 BC at 3000 fps (dependent upon barrel length), it should be bad medicine for coyotes.
ETA- Choose barrel twist wisely if planning to shoot 6mm heavies.
ETA- Choose barrel twist wisely if planning to shoot 6mm heavies.
Drifter

