Description
Leupold built the BackCountry line for folks who haul their rifle up a mountain and need a mount that won't flinch when the shot finally lines up. This 2-piece ringmount is purpose-made for the Browning X-Bolt, pairing the base and ring into one integrated unit so there's no stacking of parts, no shimming, and no guessing. It's the kind of mounting solution that just works and then disappears into the background where it belongs.
What Sets the BackCountry Ringmount Apart
The whole thing is machined from a single piece of 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum, which is where that signature light weight comes from. Each piece tips the scale at right around 2.8 ounces, so you're adding almost nothing to a backcountry build. A milled-in recoil lug and a low-profile keeper screw keep your 30mm scope locked down trip after trip, and the matte black finish blends in nicely with blued barrels and darker stocks without drawing attention in the field.
Fitting the BackCountry to Your Browning X-Bolt
This set attaches directly to the X-Bolt receiver, so there's no separate Picatinny or Weaver base in the mix. These are the medium-height rings sized for a 30mm maintube, which clears most standard objective bells and still keeps your cheek weld comfortable. Leupold spells out the torque numbers to make setup painless: the base and receiver screws want 22 inch-pounds, with the front two screws snugged to 18, and the ring top screws torqued to 28 inch-pounds. A quick check with a torque wrench and you're good to zero.
Built to Earn Its Keep
The BackCountry series is made in the USA and carries Leupold's reputation for gear that takes a beating and keeps holding zero. If you're mounting glass on an X-Bolt that sees real hunting miles, this ringmount gives you a clean, confident interface between rifle and optic that you can stop thinking about once it's torqued down.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Leupold
- Model: BackCountry
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 171122
- UPC: 030317011536
- Rifle Fit: Browning X-Bolt
- Ring Diameter: 30mm
- Ring Height: Medium (1.0 in)
- Material: 7075-T6 Aircraft-Grade Aluminum
- Finish: Matte Black
- Mount Type: Direct to Receiver (Integrated Base/Ring)
- Configuration: 2-Piece
- Weight: 2.8 oz per piece
- Base Cant: None
- Base/Receiver Screw Torque: 22 in-lbs (18 in-lbs on front two screws)
- Ring Top Screw Torque: 28 in-lbs
What’s Included
- 2-piece BackCountry integrated base/ring set for Browning X-Bolt
- Mounting screws (six 6-48 x .295" and two 6-48 x .255")
- Mounting instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Leupold BackCountry ringmount need a separate base?
No. This set integrates the base and rings into one unit that bolts directly to the Browning X-Bolt receiver. There's nothing extra to buy and no separate Picatinny or Weaver base to install first.
What size scope does this BackCountry mount fit?
It's built for riflescopes with a 30mm maintube. The rings are medium height, which gives roughly 1 inch of ring height and clears most standard objective bells comfortably.
What are the torque specs for installing the BackCountry ringmount?
Leupold calls for 22 inch-pounds on the base and receiver screws, with the front two screws set to 18 inch-pounds, and 28 inch-pounds on the ring top screws. Using a proper torque wrench keeps everything secure and helps your scope hold zero.
Will this fit any Browning X-Bolt?
This ringmount is machined specifically for the Browning X-Bolt receiver. It's always worth double-checking your exact model and action length against Leupold's base ring fit guide before ordering to make sure you're getting the right match.





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