The Weatherby Vanguard Talon .243 Winchester rifle (brand part no. VTE243NR4B) pairs a featherweight carbon fiber stock with genuine sub-MOA accuracy for hunters who count every ounce on a long stalk. Weatherby builds the Talon around a cold hammer-forged barrel and a two-stage match-grade trigger, then wraps it in a Peak 44 Blacktooth stock finished with green and white sponge accents for a distinctive, grippy feel in the field. A threaded AccuBrake ST and 3D Hex recoil pad work together to tame recoil, keeping the rifle comfortable to shoot even in flat-shooting calibers. Starting at just 6.2 pounds, it is built for hunters who climb ridgelines and cover ground rather than shoot from a bench.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .243 Winchester, a flat-shooting, mild-recoiling round popular for deer and varmint hunting.
• The 22-inch cold hammer-forged barrel improves barrel life and consistency compared to button-rifled barrels.
• A 1-in-10-inch rifling twist stabilizes a wide range of .243 bullet weights.
• Weatherby backs the rifle with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee for confidence at extended range.
• The two-stage match-grade trigger breaks cleanly for improved shot placement.
• A threaded AccuBrake ST reduces felt recoil, making follow-up shots faster and more comfortable.
• The 3D Hex recoil pad further absorbs felt recoil at the shoulder.
• The Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon fiber stock keeps overall weight down without sacrificing rigidity.
• A starting weight of about 6.2 pounds makes this rifle easy to carry on long hunts.
• The 5+1 capacity gives hunters a quick follow-up shot when it counts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the magazine capacity? The Vanguard Talon in .243 Winchester holds 5+1, five in the magazine plus one in the chamber.

Is this rifle threaded for a muzzle brake or suppressor? Yes, it ships with a threaded AccuBrake ST installed on the muzzle.

How accurate is the Vanguard Talon? Weatherby backs it with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, meaning it is built and tested to shoot inside one minute of angle with quality ammunition.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Talon .243 Winchester Bolt-Action Rifle

Backcountry hunters looking for a rifle they can carry all day and trust at the shot will find the Vanguard Talon hard to beat. Weatherby built it for exactly this kind of hunt, mile after mile with a rifle slung over the shoulder. Explore more of our bolt action rifles and order yours from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.