.270 is a great caliber especially since it's more available than 308 rounds. .270 rounds are so abundant that I though of switching over from my 308 just because I have to order them online and pay a decent chunk of cash unless you buy in bulk. As for using it on larger game it would be risky I wouldn't want to chance it on a trophy elk or try my luck on a mad bear however with the right conditions, bullet and shot placement a .270 would work. Just wouldn't be my first choice for big game.