The Weatherby Vanguard Sporter .30-06 Springfield bolt action rifle is engineered for consistent field performance and precision. This platform integrates core design principles with manufacturing methods to deliver a dependable and accurate firearm for experienced shooters and hunters.
Key Features
Precision Engineering
The Vanguard Sporter’s barrel is cold hammer forged, a manufacturing process known to enhance material density and grain structure, resulting in superior bore consistency and inherent accuracy. This critical construction detail directly contributes to the rifle’s performance. Weatherby backs this with a performance guarantee: all Vanguard rifles are guaranteed to achieve a 3-shot group of .99 inches or less at 100 yards (SUB-MOA) from a cold barrel when utilizing Weatherby factory or premium ammunition.
Enhanced Control & Safety
Operational control is refined through a three-position safety mechanism, allowing for secure handling and manipulation. The two-stage trigger system provides a predictable and crisp break, facilitating improved shot placement by minimizing pre-ignition movement.
Robust Action Design
The rifle’s action is built for durability and reliable cycling. It features a one-piece machined bolt body, ensuring structural integrity and smooth operation. A fully enclosed bolt sleeve contributes to the action’s robustness and helps protect internal components from debris. An integral recoil lug is machined directly into the receiver, optimizing the transfer of recoil forces and enhancing stock-to-action bedding stability. The hinged floorplate design allows for convenient unloading of the internal magazine.
Material & Finish
The Sporter model is equipped with a classic walnut stock, providing a traditional aesthetic and ergonomic handling. Metal surfaces feature a matte finish, reducing glare and offering a subdued profile suitable for field use.
Technical Specifications
- **Caliber:** .30-06 Springfield
- **Barrel Length:** 22 inches
- **Action Type:** Bolt Action
- **Barrel:** Cold Hammer Forged
- **Stock Material:** Walnut
- **Metal Finish:** Matte
- **Safety:** 3-Position
- **Trigger:** Two-Stage
- **Bolt:** One-piece machined, fluted bolt body, fully enclosed bolt sleeve
- **Recoil Lug:** Integral
- **Magazine:** Hinged Floorplate (internal capacity)
- **Accuracy Guarantee:** 0.99 inches or less at 100 yards (SUB-MOA) for 3-shot groups from a cold barrel with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition.
- **SKU:** TSW|165971
