The Weatherby Vanguard Talon rifle in .308 Winchester with a threaded barrel and included brake (brand part no. VTE308NR4B) brings the lightweight design of Weatherby’s Backcountry 2.0 family into the Vanguard lineup, built around the Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock that weighs just 19 ounces, one of the lightest production stocks on the market. Weatherby fits the rifle with a 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel in Tungsten Cerakote, and the included Accubrake ST with a 3DHEX recoil pad manages recoil extremely well. The Talon cuts over a full pound of weight compared to other Vanguards, starting at 6.2 pounds, and every Vanguard is guaranteed to shoot a 3-shot, sub-MOA group at 100 yards from a cold barrel with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition. A two-stage match-grade trigger, fluted bolt body, and three-position safety round out a rifle built for the shot that has to count 10 miles from the truck. Among ultralight bolt action rifles, this Vanguard Talon configuration favors backcountry hunters who want a versatile .308 without the extra weight.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .308 Winchester, a versatile round for hunting and general-purpose shooting.
• The barrel measures 22 inches, cold hammer-forged in Tungsten Cerakote, threaded with an included brake.
• The magazine capacity is 4 rounds.
• The stock is the Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock, weighing just 19 ounces.
• The rifle includes an Accubrake ST and 3DHEX recoil pad to manage recoil.
• The trigger is a two-stage, match-grade design.
• Every Vanguard is guaranteed sub-MOA accuracy with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition.
• Shipping weight of approximately 7.7 pounds.
• The action is bolt-action, manually cycled for reliable, repeatable accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this rifle weigh? It starts at 6.2 pounds, over a full pound lighter than other Vanguard models.

Is there an accuracy guarantee? Yes, every Vanguard is guaranteed to shoot a 3-shot, sub-MOA group at 100 yards with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Talon Rifle, .308

A versatile .308 in an ultralight carbon fiber build is exactly what this Vanguard Talon delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.