Wheat Stubble Run || Feral Pig Shooting || 300AAC Rifle & Thermion 2 LRF XL50 || ATV Action

This contracted shooting trip we are out hunting invasive species - feral pigs and the odd fox. Things get a little wild, and I'm running my mates 300AAC (Blackout) rifle hard fitted with the new new Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XL50 1024x768 HD thermal. There's plenty of action packed footage in this video in both daylight and after the sun sets. If you're seeking a video with bulk shooting footage and no bullshit (maybe a little), this is your happy place !!!
Access into this area is with my mates Polaris XP1000 side by side ATV buggy. This machine is purpose built for his contract shooting business and works amazingly well in the terrain type for pest control. Big thanks to him, my unnamed mate "Bucket" for the call out seeking assistance on this control program. Yes this is "work" and we are out shooting from late afternoon nearly right through till dawn. But hot damn, we do have some fun in the process.
We are not shooting pigs for human consumption on this trip, it is purely pest control of invasive species in Australia. These uncontrolled animals are an environmental and agricultural menace, often carrying bacterial and diseases like brucellosis. Pigs are left where they lay as carrion, nothing generally lasts more than a week in the Aussie bush before it's just a few scattered remains.
I am a vertebrate pest control - contract shooter in NSW. For those wondering about the equipment being used, both my mate and I hold the necessary permits and licences under contract in NSW to do so. If seeking information regarding that, please check the FAR webpage for details. All shooting is performed on privately owned farms, with exclusive permission granted in writing for paid services.
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Tool of choice was chambered in 300AAC. I was using Winchester 150gr Deer Season XP but I was hugely underwhelmed with the performance on pigs. Before anyone flames the cartridge choice, I've seen this in action using faster 110gr ammo and it's a whole other tool with projectiles which expand acceptably on game.
My thermal scope is a Pulsar Thermion 2 LRF XL50 and for the scanner I'm a Pulsar Merger LRF XL50 which is also 1024x756 resolution !!! Daylight scope, I'm using a ZeroTech Vengeance 1-6x24mm SFP RAR, must say I really liked the reticle.
300BO
300AAC
Feral Pig Shooting
Wheat Stubble Run
Shooting Feral Pigs
Clear the Crops
Feral Pig, Feral Cat & Fox Shooting
Clearing the Oats
Edge of the OUTBACK
Action Packed
Wild Deer
308 Winchester
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308 Win
GoPro Hunting Video
Shooting Foxes
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Extreme off-road
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Kill shot
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Thermion 2 LRF XG50
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Pulsar Thermal
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Wedgetail Campers
Camping
Canopy
XL50 Thermion

[@rodmills4071]

Crying shame you have to justify the work you do...🤔😎🇦🇺👌

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

I've been stung lately with a few demonetised videos, just trying to stem that with context for the reviewers 🤦‍♂️

[@davidxmcgrath]

Feral pigs are not typically considered a barrier species. Barrier species are those that, through their presence or absence, significantly affect the structure and function of ecosystems. They can act as barriers to the spread of invasive species, facilitate the spread of native species, or directly impact ecosystem processes. Feral pigs, on the other hand, are known to have destructive impacts on ecosystems. They are considered an invasive species in many regions and can cause significant damage to native plants, animals, and ecosystems. Their rooting and foraging behaviors can lead to soil erosion, damage to vegetation, and disruption of native habitats. While feral pigs can certainly alter ecosystems, their impact is generally considered detrimental rather than beneficial or neutral. Therefore, they are not typically classified as a barrier species.

[@davidxmcgrath]

I'm saying this as I hope others can learn that the work you do, is actually protecting ecosystems. Keep up the good work.

[@hwydog905]

Nate , As a hunter myself , I am always amazed at the accuracy of your running lead shots at so many distances . Good on ya man keep shootin !

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks 👍

[@CritterUprising]

What's the furthest distance you've ever taken down prey? I really admire hunters like Nate and you

[@lexnite22]

Really enjoying your videos and thanks for protecting the agriculture

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks for watching!

[@triggersplace]

So used to seeing one-shot drops with your 308. Interesting how projectile speed, distance, and too hard a round changes everything. Great shoot.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Yeah same, was very different indeed. Fortunately I could get back on target quickly.

[@alsterinnz9406]

You are an incredible marksman and conservationist. Thank you for looking after your piece of the world, and for such incredible footage of you and your mates doing what needs to be done. Inspirational mate. p.s. watching your channel is like Xmas everyday.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Appreciate it mate 👌

[@georgejoseph4164]

Couldn't have it better myself.

[@huntsnewy]

Holy crap! You need that 300bo semi in every video!! That was insane!

[@ryanbranco9786]

I asked you delivered!! Damn that was customer service at its finest!! Rack and stack, baby!!

[@ronsamborski6230]

Thank you Nathan for another fine demonstration of pest eradication. Thumbs up before the start of the video because you always deliver the goods! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Appreciate it mate 👌

[@scottgrinham1724]

Mate love it. And you threw in a somersault too boot You give me a great laugh in the dark. Ta

[@emersonquaile4192]

my fault I looked at film and see that bullets where hitting the mark I love watching your channel keep it up

[@MrRebar15]

*EDGE of the OUTBACK* Hay fellas always a pleasure to see the both of you. Thank-you sir for taking the time to bring us along. GOD Bless.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Our pleasure!

[@jonbeecroft4912]

that just shows what and why you need a semi with better ammo as well great clip keep them coming

[@johnsaunders8315]

Really appreciate the difference in the lead times for the different rounds. You did super well to make the adjustment that quickly. Great vid. Keep them coming!

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Much appreciated!

[@KiwiRob351]

Thanks for all the great content all the best for the new year mate

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Same to you!

[@johnx9318]

I'd like to thank your patrons too. Skint old bloke - grateful to see this incredible work. Apologies for freeloading. Thanks.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Much appreciated!

[@maximusplayzz7156]

Love the video 💪

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@NZHardhouser]

Another outstanding outing and results. Congrats on the Semi !

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thank you very much!

[@martinfahrni5677]

Good job, Watching you adjust your shooting style to this ammo was a learning experience, thank you sir ❤

[@bluntobject4084]

As someone who doesn't shoot, but absolutely understands why it needs to happen. I really appreciate how you explain what is happening. I was starting to scratch my head with the way the rounds were 'missing' but as you explained they were hitting but not working as intended. I suspect an explanation video is upcoming? I still get shocked by the sheer volume of feral pigs/deer/ etc that are out there. Do you see many goats out your way as I have heard they're a problem in some area's too

[@ThePaulv12]

Your comment reminded me of something I read in a book about powerful rifles and what makes them powerful. In war, jacketed bullets are more likely to pass through personnel and are more likely to wound rather than kill. This isn't for humanitarian reasons, it's because a wounded soldier ties up 3 enemy soldiers vs 1 dead soldier. More efficient use of ammo in war. This was part of the reasoning for militaries' changing from WW2 era 7.62 to 5.56mm - a definite reduction in power. These pigs would probably die but they don't just stop immediately. As you said this could be an issue with the ammo.

[@danielrouw2593]

Did a little digging and the projectile was designed for 308. While winchester claims they will still perform down to 1500fps that is well below the velocities these were designed to expand at.

[@kristiangustafson4130]

@@ThePaulv12 the reason we use FMJ ammunition isn't this (legendary) "ties up three not one" idea-- it is because the Hague and Geneva conventions banned expanding ammunition as it breeches the principle of "humanity" within the law of armed conflict (LOAC). Intentionally causing more suffering with expanding ammunition isn't sport.

[@sirskidney7998]

Thanks for another great video, Nathan. Compared to your .308 you will have to convince me further that the Blackout is a suitable calibre for this style of shoot. Keep up the great work.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

The calibre will never be a 308Win. But it's suitable so long as you don't expect 200m plus kills. The issue in this instance was the ammo not expanding.

[@OVTraveller]

Bloody hell, Nathan, you got a great cricket score in that session. Trust the land owner filled a truck with carcasses for the Salvos to distribute to the poor and needy

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

If only game meat regulations allowed that.

[@eoinwestman6222]

Now that’s a decent session on the porkers. Even better to get a few deer. Some nice eating there. Well done Nathan and Bucket. Hope you guys had a great Christmas

[@mikegregory5620]

Nice bit of diced bacon there Nath! Top job

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks 👍

[@paulreid2223]

Just jaw-dropping the numbers that are out there mate .... always great to see you getting amongst 'em , even if the 300 was a bit shy on killing power with some !!!

[@Nathking2011]

Absolutely loving your content thank you for sharing with us

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@mikef.1000]

Great shooting and great commentary and banter once again!

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers 🍻

[@TheBigGaloot]

Another excellent production Nathan. Great stuff.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks again!

[@petershoobridge6476]

Yes a great outing. Good job done 👍

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks 👍

[@screwyu1329]

Mate, you have some of the nicest toys, I'm jealous!

[@tphvictims5101]

You are a Magician with that Rifle 👍🏻

[@benelli5155]

Make me dream, thank you Nathan for sharing such a video ;)

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jayjudd6518]

😮 In the USA 🇺🇸 I had one of those blackouts. It didn’t do it for me. Gave it to a gun friend he did go sub and silencer. Your new 6mm is a colorful. Hope to see more. Still 6 BR is good for me. Always a pleasure to get to see your content. Hope 24 will be great for you. Following from the envious arm chair. 😊

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers mate, we shall all find out together 🤔

[@evils483]

I also got rid of mine after 20 yd headshots didn’t out them down. Went back to my .300 WSM and never looked back

[@Peter-jo3sc]

Great content, great marksmanship! I ve found the Sig 120 grn elites do the trick . Copper is king with the 300 BO . None the less thanks for all you do . Happy Holidays .

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

I'd have loved to run other ammo, it's just hard to source at the current time unfortunately. My mate loves running 110 VMaxs.

[@hentycatsanctuary2951]

gotta love the auto great video and have a great christmas M8

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks, you too!

[@MsJon52]

semi auto would be the way to go for me, love the traditional bolt action for single long shots, but your vid has convinced me of my belief of a quality semi auto in the right calibre is just the job, nice one.

[@darrenquinn8295]

cant have in ozzie

[@darrenquinn8295]

cant have in ozzie

[@darylstorer3369]

Another top hunt Nathan. Job well done by you and Mr Bucket cobber.🤠

[@paulnorth-mo9bt]

dont blame your new ammo , your the expert Mr KFC Hollywood . Love your vidios keep them coming

[@woodywalker8016]

Great night out.

[@peterhoy2098]

Very nice work on the bacon.👍👍

[@markjackson8833]

Gotta say, Love ya work

[@matthewcollingwood]

Incredible shots my man!

[@lancerbiker5263]

Certainly peppered that pork ! 😁

[@alexjohnson2121]

Well done lads

[@jock465]

Fantastic yet again! I’d love a rundown of your vehicle scanner setup on the Polaris because that laser looks like a fantastic idea and just what me and my mate need to avoid the constant “I can’t see him, where are you looking?” convos

[@reddo84]

so many opportunity's to slip the fence wire, however it seams that you managed to miss em all :D Nice clip, and shooting Cheers Jim

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

I did hit a wire when sighting it in 😂

[@davidpaylor5666]

Some cracking pest control there. Some of those running shots are world class, very tidy and humane..

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers 🍺

[@nigelbase1196]

Great shooting as always...hope you're having a great Xmas 😉🎄🎅🎁🍾👊👍

[@beaver4777]

Commented before end of vid well done man👍

[@peternebauer6239]

just great work as always

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@LxToranaHatchy720hp]

The dirt bird plug ins are suspicious. 😂

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

😂 Legit my sister thought I was sponsored too 😂 Maybe I need to contact them 🤔

[@jonathanmitchell8222]

For the 300BO, try the Hornady 110 v-max or the Barnes 120. Both will have much better terminal performance than those Winchester 150s. Love your vids. Recent subscriber.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Absolutely would have been running 110gr VMaxs given the choice. Unfortunately finding the more mid range weights in Australia, in bulk is really hard ATM. So 150gr Winchester was it 😞

[@georgeknapik1497]

Wow semi auto ! fantastic for movies

[@andrewforbes146]

YAY the Dirty bird is back love it lol

[@BoltActionProductions]

Gave em a fair touch up mate👌👌. Nice work👍

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

And a big grin most of the time

[@BoltActionProductions]

@@EDGEoftheOUTBACK I bet 😂🤣😉

[@johnsheehan4184]

Spoilt for choice 👍good stuff

[@onyens5621]

love your videos mate, keep up the great work.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks, will do!

[@jimt6589]

Great work shagger.

[@donwyoming1936]

I remember when the 300 Blackout was called the 300 Whisper. Back before, it was tweeked to fit in AR magazines and magically renamed the Blackout, as if it was something new. I used the Whisper in a suppressed, short action HOWA 1500. Pigs & deer did not keep going when whacked by 220gr hollow points. 🤠

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Yeah the subsonic ammo is much better suited to projectiles which expand.

[@peterdaalman462]

Great video funny with the banta

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@markj4319]

Huge count on this contract Nathan, no bonus cats unfortunately, but another great video.

[@edwardh1591]

Should be getting 15-1600 FPS out of that factory cartridge. Used to load a bunch of these. I have went to the 300 hammer now. The 300 blackout lacks in range and power to expand bullets unless you use a 110 or a 125 grain bullet. Still a great video. Keep up the good work.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Absolutely would have been running 110gr VMaxs given the choice. Unfortunately finding the more mid range weights in Australia, in bulk is really hard ATM. So 150gr Winchester was it 😞

[@davidquirk9711]

Good stuff.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@meba109]

Great video as always Nathan 👌👌👌

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks 👍

[@user-vn1sl1mb3n]

Love your work, lots of stuff we don’t have in tassie.

[@anthonymagill3714]

Great show as always not to sure about the blackout hope you and your family have a great calibre of a new year

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Same to you!

[@VerminControlScotland2]

Absolutely brilliant video

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@GarageSupra]

Damm its crazy how much more effective you are with the semi! some awesome shots there!

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Nice to not loose the time requiring a sight picture.

[@maggie_oshea]

Enjoyed the video 🙂👍

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Awesome, thank you!

[@matthemong1]

Need More of these Semi Auto Vids!!! would be great seing you rip through some of those mega sized sounders with one of those!!! love your work mate, keep it all up.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Noted!

[@user-qh2iv9ht7i]

Loving the semi-auto AR15 action. Congrats on getting access to that.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks!

[@FerretingAussieBush]

Yess

[@kimpenfold2922]

I think you’ll be back to this property with the amount pregnant sows that you are seeing 👍🏻🐗

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Absolutely 👌

[@chicko710]

Nice work Nathan, lots of piggy pancakes taking a dirt sample. I find 115g in the 300 works great for me, stay safe over the break.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Absolutely would have been running 110gr VMaxs given the choice. Unfortunately finding the more mid range weights in Australia, in bulk is really hard ATM. So 150gr Winchester was it 😞

[@404nitro]

Awesome as always! Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to you and your family bro.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks! You too!

[@damienroberts2113]

Lovin those pork bowling balls.

[@ronsamborski6230]

Piggies doing the running face plants! 🐷 Hilarious! 😂

[@markeverard1930]

Great stuff, mate! All the best for 2024.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks! You too!

[@thaburoodt2195]

Well done Mate! Keep the videos coming.... Excellent work s always.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks 👍

[@georgek9639]

Hey mate awsome video. great editing, so much effort goes into these vids.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks a ton!

[@HenkduPlooy-ym3ed]

Love your videos - Greetings from South Africa

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers mate 👍

[@littlehills739]

merry xmass mate may your aim be true thanks for the hrs of videos this year

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Happy holidays!

[@jackboot5321]

Awesome video..!!

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@markhirstwood4190]

Very nice work, as always. I'd like to see you do all this and more, but with a .300 Ham'r.

[@TheNorthernmunky]

Awesome skills

[@sammylacks4937]

That s some fine ahooting.

[@huntergumarapus1833]

very good nice for sharing vidio hunting my bos.......a like

[@michaelbatchelor7474]

Another great video nathan.keep up the good work .

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks, will do!

[@rosalindstewart7013]

Top stuff mate, a semi, someone has gone through the ringer to sort that, good onya mate cheers Yogi ✌️🤙

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Huge process indeed

[@hstwodrainage.1410]

Nice bit of countryside there.

[@hammerz7723]

As a new subscriber I love what your doing Nate keep up the great work .... Your an awesome shooter bud😊

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers

[@Paulman50]

Every time I watch your videos i go out shooting, unfortunately I'm running out of rabbits. Great show you guys.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Glad to hear it motivates you

[@hogprobs5229]

Good stuff as usual

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Appreciate it!

[@MrWadeant]

Bloody Struth there were a Sh*t load of pigs there!!! Good work as always sir! Keep it up :)

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thanks, will do!

[@alejandrovera2308]

I love this channel

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers

[@emmaferrato3885]

Love your videos mate. It would be the most epic job. I went hunting with my dad a bit when I was younger out Cobar way. What I would give for a time machine to do one of those trips over again and be out bush and crusing around. Keep up the amazing work 👍

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Cheers, will do

[@Wadaryu1000]

Nice work!

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@debramage739]

Nice work lads. Happy new year Nathan and family 😊

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Same to you!

[@longriderxx]

Merry Christmas from wet and windy Scotland

[@MrBarramundi]

Nice footage mate as usual. Those projectiles might be going too slow to expand. I have similar issues with my Grendel trying to shoot heavy 6.5 cal projectiles.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

Exactly what I think was happening

[@richardcole9558]

I use a 129 g in my 6.5x55 , absolute tack driver that works a treat .👍

[@craigmandall9420]

You'd think a factory round would be designed with this in mind though. However it is winchester

[@Mjwb-cz9ft]

When u need a day off mate let me kno ,. Aim small miss small love ur work

[@steverohde1917]

Always wondered about the blackout. Was thinking would be a nice rifle for my daughter, but after seeing this, I'm definitely going to give it a miss. Love the show mate.

[@EDGEoftheOUTBACK]

I wouldn't rule out the cartridge off this. Just crap ammo.

[@user-pf1ex7pg2q]

Might take a look at Black Butterfly Ammo for Sub/Super deer (and whatever else) hunting. The cartridge works - but for good kills, you really need appropriate ammo in this caliber.