Description
The .22 Creedmoor has become one of the most talked about predator and varmint cartridges going, and Weatherby chambering it in the Mark V Backcountry 2.0 makes a lot of sense. You get a rifle that starts at 5.3 pounds, pushes fast .22 caliber bullets flat as a laser, and barely nudges your shoulder when the Accubrake ST is doing its job. For coyote hunters covering ground all day or anyone who wants a walking varmint rifle with real reach, this setup checks the right boxes.
What Makes the Backcountry 2.0 So Light
Most of the weight savings comes from the Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock, which weighs right around 19 ounces and ranks among the lightest production stocks you can buy. The fluted 22-inch barrel wears a #1 MOD contour and gets an extra 2 inches from the factory-installed Accubrake ST, a brake with 30 symmetrically spaced ports blended to match the muzzle profile. A 3DHEX recoil pad rounds things out, using 3D printed internal voids that collapse progressively to soften what little recoil the .22 Creedmoor generates in the first place. All the metal is sealed in Patriot Brown Cerakote, and the stock carries brown and green sponge accents over exposed carbon fiber that look right at home in sage country.
Mark V Backcountry 2.0 Accuracy You Can Count On
The classic Mark V action gives you that famously short 54-degree bolt lift for fast follow-ups, and the adjustable TriggerTech trigger breaks clean without creep. The 1:8 twist rate is the real story here, letting you run heavy-for-caliber bullets in the 75 to 88 grain range that hold velocity and buck wind way past where most .22 centerfires give up. Weatherby backs every Mark V with a sub-MOA guarantee of a 3-shot group under an inch at 100 yards with quality factory ammo.
Setting Up Your Backcountry 2.0 for the Field
The receiver comes drilled and tapped with no iron sights, so plan on a scope from day one. With 4+1 capacity, a 13.5-inch length of pull, and 1/2×28 threading if you'd rather run a suppressor than the brake, this rifle is ready to be built into whatever your hunts demand.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: MBC20N22CMR4B
- UPC: 747115459773
- Caliber: .22 Creedmoor
- Action: Bolt Action (Mark V, 54-degree bolt lift)
- Barrel Length: 22" fluted (24" with Accubrake ST installed)
- Twist Rate: 1:8
- Muzzle Thread: 1/2×28
- Capacity: 4+1
- Weight: 5.3 lbs
- Overall Length: 44.125"
- Stock: Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber, brown/green sponge accents
- Finish: Patriot Brown Cerakote
- Trigger: Adjustable TriggerTech
- Recoil Pad: 3DHEX 3D-printed pad
- Length of Pull: 13.5"
- Sights: None; receiver drilled and tapped
What’s Included
- Weatherby Mark V Backcountry 2.0 rifle
- Accubrake ST muzzle brake (factory installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the .22 Creedmoor good for in the Mark V Backcountry 2.0?
The .22 Creedmoor is a fast, flat-shooting .22 caliber centerfire that shines on coyotes, foxes, and long-range varmints. Paired with this rifle's 1:8 twist barrel, it stabilizes heavy bullets in the 75 to 88 grain range that fight wind far better than a .223 or .22-250 with standard twist rates. Some hunters also use it on deer-sized game where appropriate bullets are chosen.
Does the Backcountry 2.0 come with a scope or sights?
No, this rifle ships without sights. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so you just need to add a base or rail and rings for your optic. Given the flat trajectory of the .22 Creedmoor, a quality variable scope in the 4-16x range is a popular pairing.
How heavy is the Mark V Backcountry 2.0 and is it comfortable to shoot?
It weighs about 5.3 pounds bare, which makes it a joy to carry on long hikes. Recoil from the .22 Creedmoor is already mild, and the factory Accubrake ST with its 30 ports plus the 3DHEX recoil pad make it downright soft. You can spot your own hits through the scope without issue.
Can I run a suppressor on the Backcountry 2.0 in .22 Creedmoor?
Yes. The muzzle is threaded 1/2×28, and the Accubrake ST removes so you can mount a suppressor or direct-thread adapter instead. Keep in mind the listed 24-inch overall barrel measurement includes the 2-inch brake, so the actual barrel is 22 inches.



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