Description
Rifle fit gets overlooked way too often, and Browning built the X-Bolt 2 Micro to fix that. The Vari-Tech synthetic stock adjusts three ways: length of pull runs from 12-7/8 inches out to 13-7/8 inches using internal spacers that stay solid and rattle-free, the comb raises to line your eye up with your scope, and the grip swaps between sporter and vertical modules depending on how you like to hold a rifle. Rubber overmolding on the grip surfaces keeps things planted when your hands are cold or wet, which is exactly when it matters.
What Sets the X-Bolt 2 Micro Apart
The second-generation X-Bolt action got real upgrades, not just a new name. The receiver has added bolt guidance surface for smoother cycling, the bolt handle was reshaped for a more natural grab, and the new DLX trigger uses a three-lever design with zero creep, zero take-up, and zero overtravel. It comes set at 3.5 pounds from the factory and adjusts down to 3.0. The bolt unlock button works with the top-tang safety so you can cycle rounds with the safety engaged, a small detail you learn to appreciate at the truck and in the stand.
A .308 Built for the Backcountry
The Micro runs a 20 inch sporter contour barrel, two inches shorter than the standard X-Bolt 2, which brings the whole rifle in at 39-1/4 inches overall and 6 pounds 12 ounces. That is a genuinely handy package in thick timber or on a long hike in. The muzzle comes threaded 5/8×24 with a radial brake installed and a thread protector included, so running a can is a simple swap. A 1:10 twist stabilizes the heavier .308 bullets, the matte blued finish keeps glare down, and the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts.
Who the X-Bolt 2 Micro Fits Best
Smaller-framed hunters, younger hunters growing into a full-power rifle, and anyone who layers up for cold-weather seasons will get the most out of the shorter stock dimensions. And since the length of pull grows with spacers, this is a rifle a young hunter will not outgrow in two seasons. A 1 inch Inflex recoil pad and the optional brake keep .308 recoil very manageable.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 036031218
- UPC: 023614862550
- Caliber: .308 Win / 7.62 NATO
- Action: Bolt Action, Short Action
- Barrel Length: 20" Sporter Contour, Matte Blued
- Muzzle: Threaded 5/8×24 with Radial Brake
- Twist Rate: 1:10"
- Capacity: 4+1, Detachable Magazine
- Overall Length: 39.25"
- Weight: 6 lbs 12 oz
- Length of Pull: 12-7/8" to 13-7/8" Adjustable
- Stock: Vari-Tech Adjustable Black Synthetic
- Trigger: DLX Three-Lever, 3.5 lb Preset (Adj. to 3.0 lb)
- Recoil Pad: 1" Inflex
- Sights: None, Drilled and Tapped for Scope Mounts
- Receiver: Matte Blued Steel
What’s Included
- Browning X-Bolt 2 Micro rifle
- One 4-round detachable magazine
- Radial muzzle brake (installed)
- Thread protector
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Browning X-Bolt 2 Micro suppressor ready?
Yes. The 20 inch barrel is threaded 5/8×24, which is the standard pattern for most .30 caliber suppressors. It ships with a radial muzzle brake installed and a thread protector included, so you can run the brake, a can, or a clean muzzle.
Can an adult shooter use the X-Bolt 2 Micro, or is it strictly a youth rifle?
Plenty of adults run the Micro, especially smaller-framed hunters and anyone who hunts in heavy winter layers. The Vari-Tech stock adjusts from 12-7/8 up to 13-7/8 inches of pull with internal spacers, which covers a wide range of builds. The shorter barrel also makes it a favorite for treestands and thick cover.
Does the X-Bolt 2 Micro come with sights or a scope?
No sights or optic are included. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so mounting a scope base and rings is straightforward. The adjustable comb on the Vari-Tech stock makes it easy to get proper eye alignment once your glass is on.
How much recoil does this rifle have in .308?
It is a light rifle at 6 pounds 12 ounces, but the included muzzle brake and 1 inch Inflex recoil pad take a lot of the sting out of .308. Most people find it comfortable enough for a full range session, and newer hunters can start with reduced-recoil .308 loads if they want an easier ramp up.



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