Falconfalcon said:i have used 240 grain .430 XTP and 250 grain SST/Shockwave bullets almost exclusively on deer and hogs. Big hogs can be much harder to kill than deer. Don't have a problem putting down big hogs with either of those bullets: Just put the bullet where it's supposed to go.
I can see how hogs would be tougher to kill. I haven't had the opportunity to try hog hunting yet but have heard they are some tough SOBs. I don't think whitetail deer are that hard to kill as long as you have good shot placement.
Are you using the yellow or blue tipped SST/Shockwaves? I have some 200 grain yellow tipped non-bonded to try someday. I don't think I would use those on hogs of any size but would not be afraid to use them on deer.