Description
Extreme long range hunting asks a lot from a rifle, and the Christensen Arms ELR was built to answer. Chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 26 inch barrel and a 1:8 twist, it gets the most out of those long, high-BC 6.5mm bullets that carry energy way out past where most hunting rifles tap out. The barrel is match grade 416R stainless steel wrapped in carbon fiber, so you get target-contour stiffness and consistent strings without lugging around a heavyweight. All in, the rifle starts around 7.5 pounds, which is remarkable for something with this much barrel.
Built for Distance, Set Up for You
The ELR stock is where this rifle separates itself from the pack. It is a carbon fiber composite design with an adjustable comb and length of pull spacers, so you can dial in your cheek weld and fit behind whatever scope you mount instead of contorting yourself around the rifle. An enhanced grip angle, oversized bolt knob, and five flush cup mounts round it out, and a Limbsaver recoil pad soaks up what little the removable titanium side-baffle muzzle brake does not. With the brake doing its job, 6.5 PRC is downright pleasant, which makes spotting your own hits through the scope a realistic proposition.
Christensen Arms ELR Accuracy You Can Count On
The action is machined from 416 stainless billet with a spiral fluted bolt, fed from a hinged floor plate with 4+1 capacity. A match chamber, hand-lapped button-rifled bore, and a crisp adjustable match grade trigger in the 2.5 to 3.5 pound range all work toward one goal, and Christensen backs it up with their Sub-MOA guarantee. The integral full-length 20 MOA Picatinny rail is machined right into the receiver, giving you extra elevation for stretching out past normal hunting distances without running out of turret. If your idea of a hunt involves a rangefinder, a dope card, and shots the rest of camp talks about later, this is the rifle for it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Christensen Arms
- Model: ELR
- MPN: 801-07001-00
- UPC: 810651029639
- Caliber: 6.5 PRC
- Action: Bolt Action, Spiral Fluted Bolt
- Capacity: 4+1
- Barrel Length: 26"
- Barrel: 416R Stainless, Carbon Fiber Wrapped, Target Contour
- Twist Rate: 1:8
- Muzzle: Removable Titanium Side-Baffle Brake, 5/8×24 Threads
- Trigger: Match Grade Adjustable, 2.5-3.5 lbs
- Stock: Adjustable Carbon Fiber Composite, Black w/ Gray Webbing
- Optics Mount: Integral Full-Length 20 MOA Picatinny Rail
- Overall Length: 48"
- Weight: 7.5 lbs (starting)
What’s Included
- Christensen Arms ELR rifle
- Removable titanium side-baffle muzzle brake (installed)
- Length of pull spacers
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Christensen Arms ELR guaranteed to shoot sub-MOA?
Yes, every ELR is backed by the Christensen Arms Sub-MOA guarantee. With quality factory match ammo like 143gr ELD-X or 147gr ELD Match, these rifles routinely hold tight groups. The match chamber, hand-lapped bore, and adjustable match grade trigger all contribute to that consistency.
Do I need separate scope bases for the ELR?
No, the 20 MOA Picatinny rail is machined integrally into the receiver, so you just need rings sized for your scope tube. The built-in 20 MOA of cant gives you extra elevation travel, which really matters when you are dialing for shots well past 600 yards.
How is the recoil on the ELR in 6.5 PRC?
Very manageable. Between the 6.5 PRC's already moderate recoil, the titanium side-baffle brake, and the Limbsaver pad, this rifle is comfortable to shoot all day. Many owners find they can spot their own impacts through the scope, which is a big advantage at long range.
Can the stock be adjusted to fit different shooters?
Yes, the carbon fiber composite ELR stock features an adjustable comb for cheek weld height and length of pull adjustment via spacers. That lets you get properly fitted behind a large long-range optic. It also includes five flush cup mounts for sling and bipod attachment options.





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