The Winchester XPR Vortex Package in 6.5 PRC provides a robust, pre-configured long-range system designed for immediate operational deployment. This offering integrates Winchester’s proven XPR bolt-action platform with a factory-mounted Vortex optic, delivering a cohesive unit optimized for accuracy and reliability in varied field conditions. Chambered in 6.5 PRC, this rifle is engineered to leverage the cartridge’s flat trajectory and ballistic efficiency, suitable for extended-range applications.
Key Features
Integrated Optical System
This package includes a factory-mounted and bore-sighted Vortex optic, eliminating initial setup complexities. The optic is selected to complement the 6.5 PRC cartridge’s performance, providing a clear sight picture and reliable zero retention essential for precise shot placement at distance. This integration ensures the system is ready for immediate field use upon receipt.
XPR Action Design
The XPR utilizes a robust steel receiver, precisely machined for consistent bolt travel and cartridge feeding. Its three-lug bolt design cycles smoothly and offers a short, 60-degree throw, facilitating rapid follow-up shots without excessive movement. The rifle incorporates Winchester’s M.O.A. Trigger system, designed for zero creep and overtravel, delivering a crisp, clean break crucial for maintaining accuracy. A two-position thumb safety with a bolt-unlock button provides enhanced operational security and allows the chamber to be cleared with the safety engaged.
Barrel Construction
Featuring a 20-inch button-rifled, free-floating barrel constructed from chromoly steel, this XPR configuration is optimized for the 6.5 PRC cartridge. The barrel’s construction and finish contribute to consistent thermal stability and mitigate point-of-impact shift during sustained firing. The free-floated design isolates the barrel from stock influences, preserving harmonic consistency for repeatable accuracy.
Stock Configuration
The rifle is equipped with a durable, lightweight synthetic stock engineered for rugged use. Its ergonomic design provides a stable shooting platform, while the Inflex Technology recoil pad effectively directs recoil impulse down and away from the shooter’s face, significantly mitigating felt recoil and improving shot recovery. The stock’s textured gripping surfaces ensure secure handling in adverse conditions.
Technical Specifications
- Caliber: 6.5 PRC
- Barrel Length: 20 inches
- Barrel Material: Chromoly Steel
- Barrel Finish: Perma-Cote Matte Black
- Twist Rate: 1:8″ (Standard for XPR 6.5 PRC)
- Receiver Material: Steel
- Stock Material: Synthetic
- Magazine Type: Detachable Box Magazine
- Magazine Capacity: 3 rounds (Standard for XPR 6.5 PRC)
- Trigger System: M.O.A. Trigger (Adjustable)
- Safety: Two-position thumb safety with bolt-unlock button
- Optic: Factory-mounted Vortex optic (specific model may vary)
- Recoil Pad: Inflex Technology
- Overall Finish: Matte Black
