Overview
The Weatherby Mark V Backcountry 2.0 Ti represents an advancement in precision lightweight hunting rifle design. Utilizing a titanium Mark V action, this platform integrates refined engineering to deliver robust performance in demanding field conditions. Designed for the experienced enthusiast and competitive shooter who prioritize weight optimization without compromising structural integrity or ballistic precision.
Key Features
Action and Bolt
Built around the supremely lightweight and inherently strong titanium Weatherby Mark V action, the Backcountry 2.0 Ti incorporates critical updates for enhanced function. The bolt body features pronounced spiral fluting, which reduces bearing surface within the action for consistently smooth operation and contributes to weight optimization. The newly threaded bolt handle is equipped with a lightweight, skeletonized aluminum extended knob, providing positive manipulation and improved ergonomics under stress.
Barrel and Muzzle Device
A super-thin, lightweight fluted barrel is precision-contoured (#1 MOD or #2 MOD depending on chambering) to mitigate overall system weight while maintaining rigidity and thermal stability. The rifle integrates Weatherby’s highly effective Accubrake ST, precision-blended to match the muzzle profile. Featuring 30 symmetrically-spaced ports, this device effectively harnesses recoil energy, facilitating faster follow-up shots and enhancing shooter comfort, even with powerful cartridges.
Stock and Recoil Management
A significant functional update is the integration of the new Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock. These stocks are engineered for minimal mass, with the lightest configurations weighing under 20 ounces, significantly reducing the rifle’s overall footprint. Recoil mitigation is further addressed by the second-generation 3DHEX recoil pad, a pioneering production 3D-printed component. Internally, a series of interlocking voids progressively collapse during the recoil event, effectively expanding the time component of the recoil impulse and attenuating sharp felt kick.
Finishes and Ergonomics
The Mark V action is left in its raw titanium state, showcasing precision machining and inherent material properties. The barrel and bolt are sealed with a durable black ceramic Cerakote finish for enhanced environmental resistance and corrosion mitigation. The stock features a bare carbon fiber finish with a distinct white and grey pattern, complementing the barreled action’s aesthetic and functional design.
Technical Specifications
- **Action Type:** Weatherby Mark V Bolt Action
- **Receiver Material:** Titanium
- **Caliber:** .280 Ackley Improved
- **Barrel Length:** 24 inches
- **Barrel Contour:** #1 MOD or #2 MOD (Contour specific to chambering)
- **Barrel Fluting:** Lightweight Fluted
- **Stock:** Peak 44 Blacktooth Carbon Fiber
- **Recoil Pad:** 3DHEX (3D Printed)
- **Muzzle Device:** Weatherby Accubrake ST (30-Port, Muzzle Profile Blended)
- **Bolt:** Fluted, Threaded Bolt Handle with Skeletonized Aluminum Knob
- **Finish (Action):** Raw Titanium
- **Finish (Barrel/Bolt):** Black Ceramic Cerakote
- **Finish (Stock):** Bare Carbon Fiber with White/Grey Pattern
- **Overall Weight:** Starting at 4.7 lbs (General range; 4.9 lbs for magnum chamberings)
