The APF Varmint 2.0 .243 Win FDE is a semi-automatic AR-10 rifle from APF (brand part no. RI262FDE), assembled in Alexandria, Minnesota for varmint and predator hunting. It carries a 1-in-10-inch twist for the .243 Winchester chambering and a Butcher-16 muzzle brake to tame recoil on follow-up shots. The action runs a high-pressure nickel boron bolt carrier group and a drop-in 3.5-pound single-stage flat trigger, with a Magpul PRS-Lite stock and MOE grip on the furniture side. A Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish distinguishes this version from the OD Green .243 build.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .243 Winchester, one of the calibers APF builds the Varmint 2.0 around for long-range hunting.
• Rate of twist is 1-in-10-inch, matched to the .243 Winchester chambering.
• The muzzle device is a Butcher-16 muzzle brake, which tames recoil so you can stay on the glass for follow-up shots.
• The bolt carrier group is high-pressure nickel boron, which helps the action cycle cleanly and wipe down easily.
• The trigger is APF’s 3.5-pound single-stage flat drop-in, giving a crisp, repeatable break.
• The stock is a Magpul PRS-Lite, a rifle stock with a comfortable cheek weld for long sessions behind the glass.
• The finish is Flat Dark Earth Cerakote, a durable coating for field use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this rifle built for? APF designed the Varmint 2.0 for long-range varmint and predator hunting, with a flat-shooting stainless barrel and a drop-in 3.5-pound trigger.

Does it come with a muzzle brake? Yes. APF fits a Butcher-16 muzzle brake to reduce recoil.

What twist rate does this .243 Win rifle have? The Varmint 2.0 in .243 Winchester uses a 1-in-10-inch rate of twist.

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