Description
The X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR is Browning's answer for the shooter who wants one rifle that pulls double duty, spending fall in the deer woods and the rest of the year stretching out on steel. Chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, it feeds from Browning's rotary magazine with a 4+1 capacity, and the cartridge itself needs no introduction. Flat trajectory, mild recoil, and excellent wind performance make it one of the best all-around choices for long-range work and medium game alike.
A Barrel and Trigger Built for Distance
The 22-inch heavy sporter barrel is free floated and mated to a bedded receiver, so accuracy stays consistent shot after shot without interference from the stock. The muzzle comes threaded 5/8×24 with a protector installed, so adding a suppressor or brake is as simple as spinning one on. Behind it sits the adjustable DLX trigger, a three-lever design with no creep, no take-up, and no overtravel. It breaks clean, and that matters more than most spec-sheet numbers when you are trying to hold sub-MOA groups.
The Max Stock Makes This X-Bolt 2 Fit You
Plenty of rifles shoot well off a bench. The Special Max LR shoots well for you, because the Max composite stock adjusts to your build. Dial the comb height until your eye lines up naturally behind the scope, then set length of pull with the included spacers. A thick Inflex recoil pad soaks up what little the 6.5 Creedmoor produces, and three swivel studs give you room for a sling and a bipod at the same time. The X-Bolt 2 action brings upgrades worth noticing too: added bolt guidance surfaces for smooth, bind-free cycling, an extended bolt handle for easier lift, and a bolt unlock button that works with the top-tang safety when checking the chamber. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so mounting your optic is straightforward. Set it up once, and this rifle will feel like it was built around you.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Browning
- Model: X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR
- Manufacturer Part Number: 036120282
- UPC: 023614869535
- Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor
- Action: Bolt Action, Short Action
- Barrel Length: 22"
- Barrel Contour: Heavy Sporter, Free Floated
- Muzzle Threads: 5/8"-24, Thread Protector Included
- Capacity: 4+1
- Magazine: Detachable Rotary
- Trigger: Adjustable DLX
- Stock: Max Composite, Adjustable Comb and Length of Pull
- Recoil Pad: Inflex
- Sights: None, Drilled and Tapped Receiver
- Safety: Top-Tang with Bolt Unlock Button
What’s Included
- Browning X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR rifle
- One 4-round detachable rotary magazine
- Muzzle thread protector
- Length of pull spacers
- Cable lock
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR suppressor ready?
Yes. The 22-inch heavy sporter barrel comes threaded 5/8×24 from the factory with a thread protector installed. That is the most common thread pitch for 6.5 Creedmoor suppressors and muzzle brakes, so most cans will spin right on without an adapter.
Does the Special Max LR come with a scope rail or rings?
No, the receiver is drilled and tapped but Browning does not include a rail or rings in the box. Bases and one-piece Picatinny rails for the X-Bolt 2 are easy to find from makers like Talley, and a 20 MOA rail is a popular pick if you plan to shoot at longer distances.
How adjustable is the stock on the X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR?
The Max composite stock has an adjustable comb so you can set cheek height for perfect eye-to-scope alignment, plus spacers to fine tune length of pull. It also wears a thick Inflex recoil pad and carries three swivel studs, letting you run a sling and a bipod at the same time.
What makes the X-Bolt 2 action different from the original X-Bolt?
The X-Bolt 2 receiver adds an extra bolt guidance surface for smoother, bind-free cycling, and the bolt handle is longer to reduce the effort needed to lift it. It keeps the rotary magazine that feeds cartridges straight into the chamber, and adds a bolt unlock button that works with the tang safety for safely checking or unloading the chamber.





Reviews
There are no reviews yet.