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The 6.8 Western was built to deliver magnum-level energy out of a short action, and the XPR is one of the smartest ways to put that cartridge in your hands. Winchester took lessons learned from the legendary Model 70 and applied modern manufacturing to build a rifle that shoots well above its price point. This version wears a 24 inch barrel, which matters with the 6.8 Western since the extra length helps those heavy, high BC bullets reach full velocity for longer shots on elk, mule deer, and anything else out west.
The button-rifled chromoly barrel is free-floated and thermally stress relieved, then headspaced with a barrel nut for consistent accuracy from the factory. The bolt body wears a nickel Teflon coating, so it runs slick even after a dusty week in the backcountry. Winchester's M.O.A. Trigger System uses a 2:1 mechanical advantage to give you a clean break with minimal creep or overtravel, and it is one of the better factory triggers you'll find on a hunting rifle in this class. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, ready for the scope base of your choice, and sling swivel studs are already installed.
The matte black synthetic stock has textured grip panels that stay secure in rain, snow, or gloved hands, and the Perma-Cote metal finish knocks down glare while fighting off corrosion. An Inflex Technology recoil pad pulls the comb away from your cheek and soaks up a good chunk of the 6.8 Western's push, which you will appreciate at the bench. The two-position thumb safety works naturally with your firing hand, and a bolt release button up front lets you cycle rounds out of the chamber with the safety still on. A cocking indicator gives you status at a glance or by feel in low light.
The detachable single-stack polymer magazine holds three rounds for a 3+1 total capacity, and the recessed mag release keeps it from dropping free when you don't want it to. At roughly 7 pounds bare, it carries well for a full-size rifle and settles down nicely once you get a scope mounted and a sling attached.
No, there are no iron sights on this rifle and it does not ship with an optic. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so all you need is a scope base or rail and rings to mount the glass of your choice. Given what the 6.8 Western can do at distance, a quality scope is worth budgeting for.
The 6.8 Western pushes heavy, high ballistic coefficient bullets, and the longer barrel lets the cartridge build full velocity. That translates to flatter trajectories and more retained energy at longer ranges, which is exactly what this round was designed for. If your hunts involve open country and longer shots, the 24 inch tube is the way to go.
It was designed to deliver magnum-class power from a short action without a belted case, using heavy 6.8mm bullets with excellent downrange performance. That makes it a great fit for elk, mule deer, black bear, and other big game, especially where shots can stretch out. Recoil is stout but manageable, and the XPR's Inflex recoil pad helps take the edge off.
The M.O.A. Trigger System is a real strong point on this rifle. It uses a 2:1 mechanical advantage design that produces a crisp break with next to no creep or overtravel, and the internals are polished, hardened carbon steel. For a factory trigger on a working hunting rifle, it punches well above its class.
| UPC | 048702021176 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 535700299 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Finish | Blued Perma-Cote |
| Barrel Length | 24" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.8 Western |
| Capacity | 3 + 1 |
| Color | BLUED |
| Length | 50.9500 |
| Number of Magazines | 1 3 rd. |
| Package Height | 3.6 |
| Package Width | 9.7 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | Two-Position |
| Shipping Weight | 8.9 |
| Sights | Drilled & Tapped |
| Units per Box | 1 |
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