The Weatherby Vanguard 2 Sporter rifle in .243 Winchester with a Turkish A-grade walnut stock (brand part no. VDT243NR2T) pays tribute to Weatherby’s classic wood-stock heritage while backing every rifle with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee in a mild-recoiling chambering. Weatherby guarantees a 3-shot group of .99 inches or less at 100 yards when used with specified Weatherby factory or premium ammunition, and the 22-inch threaded barrel carries a 1:10-inch twist rate matched to standard .243 Winchester hunting bullets. A match-quality two-stage trigger adjusts down to 2.5 pounds, and the Monte Carlo walnut stock features a satin finish with a rosewood forend cap. A matte bead-blasted blued finish covers the barrel, receiver, and trigger guard, and a 3-position safety gives the shooter positive control. Among sub-MOA-guaranteed builds in the bolt action rifles category, this Vanguard 2 Sporter configuration favors hunters and new shooters who want a lighter-recoiling caliber.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .243 Winchester.
• Capacity of 5 rounds.
• The barrel measures 22 inches.
• The rifling twist rate is 1:10-inch.
• The barrel has a threaded.
• Weatherby backs this rifle with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee using specified ammunition.
• The trigger is a match-quality two-stage design, adjustable down to 2.5 pounds.
• The stock is Turkish A-grade walnut with a rosewood forend cap.
• The rifle ships without factory-installed sights, leaving a clean receiver for a scope mount.
• The safety is a 3 Position design.
• The rifle’s overall length is 48.25 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this rifle carry an accuracy guarantee? Yes, Weatherby guarantees a 3-shot group of .99 inches or less at 100 yards with specified ammunition.

Is .243 Winchester a good choice for lighter recoil? Yes, it’s a mild-recoiling cartridge popular for hunters and new shooters alike.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard 2, .243 Win

A mild-recoiling hunting rifle backed by a documented sub-MOA guarantee is exactly what this Vanguard 2 Sporter delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.