The Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO (brand part no. VBS223RR18B) is a bolt-action rifle built around a compact 16-inch barrel with a 1:8-inch twist suited to a wide range of .223 bullet weights. Weatherby equips the Vanguard with a three-position safety for load, carry, and unload control, giving the shooter a compact, easy-handling rifle for varmint and predator work. The rifle feeds with 5-round capacity. Among varmint rifles in the bolt action rifles category, the Vanguard Black Hills favors shooters who want a compact, affordable .223 bolt gun.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO.
• Cut with a 1:8-inch rate of twist.
• Built on the Vanguard bolt-action receiver.
• Features a three-position safety for load, carry, and unload control.
• The 16-inch barrel keeps the rifle compact and easy to handle.
• Feeds with 5-round capacity.
• Includes a factory two-stage trigger, adjustable down to 2.5 pounds.
• The bolt uses an M16-style extractor for positive case control.
• The Peak 44 Monte Carlo stock adds a raised comb for consistent cheek weld.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of safety does this rifle use? A three-position safety, letting the shooter load, carry, or unload without cycling the bolt.

What is the magazine capacity? It holds 5 rounds of .223 Rem.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills .223 Rem

A compact, affordable .223 bolt gun built for varmint and predator hunting. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.