The Weatherby Vanguard Compact Hunter rifle in .22-250 Remington with a Tungsten Cerakote finish (brand part no. VYH222RR2B) is sized specifically for youth and smaller-framed shooters stepping into centerfire hunting. Weatherby cuts the 20-inch barrel to a 1-in-14-inch twist rate suited to varmint-weight .22-250 bullets, and Tungsten Cerakote covers all metal surfaces for corrosion resistance. The bi-tone synthetic stock uses a black base with orange and gray sponge-pattern accents, and a hinged floorplate feeds the 4+1 capacity. A recoil pad and swivel studs round out this compact, field-ready build. Among youth-sized bolt action rifles, this Vanguard Compact Hunter configuration favors younger or smaller-framed hunters starting out with centerfire calibers.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .22-250 Remington.
• The rifling twist rate is 1-in-14-inch.
• The barrel measures 20 inches.
• The capacity is 4+1 rounds fed from a hinged floorplate.
• The finish is Tungsten Cerakote on all metal surfaces.
• The stock is a bi-tone synthetic design, sized for youth and smaller-framed shooters.
• The safety is a three-position design.
• The rifle weighs 6.8 pounds.
• The overall length is 48.25 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle sized for younger shooters? Yes, it’s built as a compact, youth-sized rifle for smaller-framed shooters.

What protects this rifle’s metal parts? A Tungsten Cerakote finish applied across all metal surfaces.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Compact Hunter Rifle

A youth-sized frame and a durable Tungsten Cerakote finish make this Vanguard Compact Hunter a great starter centerfire rifle. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.