Long-range rifle shooting, especially in competition, is increasing in popularity year after year. One of the fastest growing segments is the National Rifle League Hunter Class. Here, equipment requirements center on a complete rifle weight of no more than 12 pounds including scope, mounts and bipod. The Browning MAX Competition Lite ably straddles the weight/performance gap by smartly placing weight where it matters and removing it where it is less effective.
The heavy sporter weight barrel is fluted and measures a mere 22″ in length for weight reduction. The other added advantage of the barrel length is that it is optimized for use with a sound suppressor (not included). The barrel is suppressor ready with 5/8″-24 SR threads and includes a Recoil Hawg muzzle brake that effectively reduces felt recoil for improved shooting comfort – a must in competition.
Smartly, the full-diameter receiver adds extra weight for improved stability and accuracy at longer ranges and has an alignment flat to aid in scope alignment/leveling. The recoil lug is pinned to the receiver to ensure perfect orientation if the barrel needs to be replaced. The included 20 MOA Picatinny optics rail is held in place with four oversize 8-40 screws and an additional steel pin that secures the rail to the receiver. The bolt features a longer handle to reduce opening force.
X-Bolt Target rifles feature the Xtra Capacity Magazine System that utilizes popular Accuracy International Chassis System (AICS) pattern magazines. These magazines are available in 5- and 10-round capacity. X-Bolt Target rifles ship with one MDT 10-round polymer box magazine. (For optimal feeding reliability we recommend MDT 10-round and Magpul® 5-round magazines.) The front of the magazine well is sturdy enough to be used as a barrier stop.
- Action : Bolt
- Caliber : 6mm Creedmoor
- Barrel Length : 22″
- Capacity : 10+1
- Trigger : Adjustable Target DLX
- Safety : Tang
- OAL : 42.13″
- Weight : 9 lbs
- Stock Description : Fixed Max Adjustable Comb