Overview
The Weatherby Vanguard Sporter .308 Winchester bolt action rifle is engineered for consistent accuracy and robust field performance. Integrating precise manufacturing techniques with utility-driven design, this platform delivers reliable function and verifiable ballistic precision for demanding applications.
Key Features
Precision Engineering
The Vanguard Sporter integrates a cold hammer forged barrel, a manufacturing process proven to enhance material integrity and bore concentricity. This contributes directly to superior ballistic consistency and extended service life compared to alternative production methods. Performance is further substantiated by the manufacturer’s guarantee: a 3-shot group of 0.99 inches or less at 100 yards (SUB-MOA) from a cold barrel when utilizing Weatherby factory or premium ammunition. This establishes a verifiable benchmark for the rifle’s inherent precision.
Enhanced Control & Reliability
Operational safety is managed by a three-position safety mechanism, enabling secure handling and operational states. The two-stage trigger system provides a predictable pull, facilitating precise shot placement and control. A fluted bolt body reduces bearing surface friction, optimizing cycling efficiency and mitigating potential debris accumulation within the action.
Robust Construction
The rifle incorporates a one-piece machined bolt body and a fully enclosed bolt sleeve, contributing to increased structural rigidity and operational reliability under varied conditions. An integral recoil lug is designed for robust receiver-to-stock interface, effectively mitigating movement under recoil forces. The hinged floorplate allows for efficient and secure magazine unloading.
Technical Specifications
- **Model:** Vanguard Sporter
- **Caliber:** .308 Winchester
- **Barrel Length:** 22 inches
- **Barrel Construction:** Cold Hammer Forged
- **Stock Material:** Walnut
- **Finish:** Matte
- **Action Type:** Bolt Action
- **Safety:** 3-Position
- **Trigger:** Two-Stage
- **Bolt:** Fluted, One-Piece Machined Body, Fully Enclosed Sleeve
- **Recoil Lug:** Integral
- **Magazine System:** Hinged Floorplate
- **Precision Guarantee:** Sub-MOA (0.99″ or less at 100 yards for 3-shot group from cold barrel with factory/premium ammunition)
- **SKU:** TSW|165972
