The BERETTA BRX1 represents a technical advancement in the straight-pull bolt action rifle segment, engineered for shooters who demand precision, rapid follow-up capability, and robust reliability in field conditions. KFF Defense assesses the BRX1 as a highly capable platform, integrating a durable design with features optimized for consistent performance across varied applications, from competitive shooting to demanding hunting scenarios.
Key Features
Straight-Pull Bolt Action
The BRX1 features a direct straight-pull bolt action, enabling significantly faster cycling compared to traditional turn-bolt designs. This mechanism utilizes a robust 16-lug bolt (8 lugs on standard calibers, doubled on magnum calibers for enhanced locking strength), ensuring secure lockup and consistent operation. The system is ambidextrous, allowing for quick and tool-free bolt handle reversal to accommodate left-handed shooters, maintaining operational efficiency without compromise.
Precision Barrel System
Equipped with a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel, the BRX1 is chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. The barrel is threaded (M14x1) for direct suppressor or muzzle device attachment, enhancing versatility. The system allows for quick barrel interchangeability, facilitating caliber changes or barrel replacement without specialized gunsmithing. This modularity ensures the rifle can adapt to diverse operational requirements, maintaining zero upon reinstallation.
Adjustable Trigger Mechanism
The user-adjustable trigger offers three distinct pull weights: 2.0 lbs (approximately 0.9 kg), 2.7 lbs (approximately 1.2 kg), and 3.3 lbs (approximately 1.5 kg). This feature allows the shooter to fine-tune the trigger feel to individual preference, optimizing shot break consistency and mitigating trigger-induced deviation.
Robust Chassis and Stock
Constructed with an anodized aluminum receiver, the BRX1 provides a rigid and stable platform for precision shooting. The rifle features a durable black synthetic stock and forend, designed for ergonomic handling and resistance to environmental elements. The stock configuration is engineered to provide a stable shooting platform, enhancing control and minimizing recoil perception.
Detachable Magazine System
The BRX1 incorporates a high-visibility orange polymer detachable box magazine with a 5-round capacity. Designed for rapid reloading and reliable feeding, the magazine sits flush with the stock profile, preventing snag hazards and maintaining the rifle’s streamlined aesthetics.
Technical Specifications
- **Caliber:** 6.5 Creedmoor
- **Barrel Length:** 22 inches
- **Capacity:** 5+1 rounds
- **Action:** Straight-Pull Bolt Action
- **Barrel Material:** Cold Hammer-Forged Steel
- **Receiver Material:** Anodized Aluminum
- **Stock Material:** Black Synthetic
- **Trigger:** User-Adjustable (2.0 lbs, 2.7 lbs, 3.3 lbs)
- **Muzzle Thread:** M14x1
- **Finish:** Matte Black
