Overview
The Mossberg Patriot series rifle, chambered in 30-06 Springfield, delivers a robust and reliable platform designed for consistent performance in diverse field conditions. This specific configuration integrates a stainless steel barrel with a protective Cerakote finish, paired with a durable synthetic stock, optimizing resistance to environmental factors while maintaining structural integrity and handling characteristics critical for demanding applications.
Key Features
Construction & Durability
Constructed for longevity and resilience, this Patriot rifle features a precision-machined stainless steel barrel. The stainless steel provides inherent corrosion resistance, which is further enhanced by a professionally applied Cerakote finish. This advanced ceramic coating offers superior protection against abrasion, chemical exposure, and moisture, ensuring the rifle maintains its operational integrity and aesthetic under harsh conditions. The synthetic stock minimizes weight and provides a stable, impervious platform, unaffected by temperature fluctuations or humidity, which is critical for consistent shot placement.
Precision & Performance
The core of the Patriot’s accuracy is its free-floated, fluted barrel. The fluting contributes to barrel rigidity and promotes efficient heat dissipation during sustained firing, mitigating barrel whip and maintaining point of impact consistency. An integral feature is Mossberg’s Lightning Bolt Action (LBA) user-adjustable trigger, allowing the operator to fine-tune pull weight to their preference, thereby optimizing trigger control and contributing to enhanced accuracy potential. The rifle operates via a smooth, spiral-fluted bolt, designed for positive lock-up and reliable cycling under various conditions. A detachable box magazine facilitates quick and secure reloads.
Ergonomics & Handling
The ergonomic design of the synthetic stock provides a secure grip and comfortable shooting posture. Its non-slip texture ensures positive control, even in adverse weather or when wearing gloves. The rifle’s overall balance and reduced weight, characteristic of synthetic stock configurations, improve maneuverability and reduce fatigue during extended periods of carry or shooting.
Technical Specifications
- **Caliber:** 30-06 Springfield
- **Action Type:** Bolt-Action
- **Barrel Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Barrel Finish:** Cerakote
- **Stock Material:** Synthetic
- **Trigger System:** LBA Adjustable Trigger
- **Magazine Type:** Detachable Box Magazine
- **Bolt:** Spiral-Fluted
