Description
The 300 Win Mag has earned its spot as the go-to magnum for elk, mule deer, and cross-canyon shots, and the Winchester XPR gives it a proper home without a custom-shop build. This right-hand model wears a green synthetic stock over matte blued chromoly steel, a low-glare setup that shrugs off rain, brush, and the scrapes that come with real hunting. The full 26 inch barrel matters here too, since the 300 Win Mag rewards extra tube length with the velocity it was designed to deliver.
What Makes the XPR 300 Win Mag Shoot
That barrel starts as solid chromoly bar stock, gets button rifled with a 1:10 twist, and is free-floated in the stock with a recessed target crown protecting the muzzle. The receiver is precision machined from bar stock as well, and the bolt carries a slick nickel Teflon coating so it runs smooth even when things get cold and dirty. Then there's the MOA Trigger System, borrowed straight from the Model 70 playbook. It's a three-lever design set at the factory around 3.5 pounds with essentially no take-up, creep, or overtravel, and it's one of the best triggers you'll find at this end of the market.
Built for the Field, Not the Safe
Feeding comes from a detachable single-stack box magazine holding three rounds, so topping off or unloading at the truck is quick and simple. The Inflex Technology recoil pad pulls real sting out of the 300 Win Mag, directing recoil down and away from your cheek, which makes range sessions before season a lot more pleasant. A two-position safety with a bolt release button lets you cycle rounds safely, the trigger guard opening is generous enough for gloved hands, and sling swivel studs come installed. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so mounting your glass is straightforward.
At around 7 pounds 4 ounces bare, it carries fine for a long-action magnum and settles nicely on sticks or a pack. If you want one rifle that can handle everything from whitetail to bull elk, this XPR is a smart place to land.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Winchester Repeating Arms
- Manufacturer Part Number: 535770233
- UPC: 048702024139
- Caliber: 300 Win Mag
- Action: Bolt Action, Long Action
- Capacity: 3+1, Detachable Box Magazine
- Barrel Length: 26 in
- Barrel: Free-Floated Chromoly Steel, Button Rifled, Recessed Target Crown
- Twist Rate: 1:10
- Trigger: MOA Trigger System, Factory Set at Approx. 3.5 lbs
- Stock: Green Synthetic with Inflex Recoil Pad
- Overall Length: 46.5 in
- Weight: Approx. 7 lbs 4 oz
- Length of Pull: 13.75 in
- Safety: Two-Position with Bolt Release Button
- Hand: Right Hand
What’s Included
- Winchester XPR bolt action rifle
- One 3-round detachable box magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Winchester XPR 300 Win Mag come with sights or a scope?
No, this model ships without iron sights or optics. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so all you need is a set of bases and rings to mount the scope of your choice. Most hunters pair a 300 Win Mag like this with a 3-9x or 4-12x hunting scope.
Is the trigger on the XPR adjustable?
Yes. The XPR uses Winchester's MOA Trigger System, a three-lever design based on the Model 70 trigger. It comes factory set at roughly 3.5 pounds with virtually zero take-up, creep, or overtravel, and pull weight can be adjusted if you prefer something different.
How bad is the recoil on this rifle in 300 Win Mag?
The 300 Win Mag is a stout cartridge, but this XPR handles it better than most. The Inflex Technology recoil pad directs recoil down and away from your face, and the rifle's 7 pound 4 ounce weight plus the 26 inch barrel help soak up some of the push. It's very manageable for practice sessions and you won't notice it at all on game.
Why does the Winchester XPR have a 26 inch barrel instead of 24?
The 300 Win Mag burns a lot of slow powder, and the extra two inches of barrel lets more of it work for you, typically adding meaningful velocity over a 24 inch tube. That means flatter trajectories and more retained energy at the longer ranges this cartridge is known for. It's the right barrel length for getting the most out of the caliber.




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