The Weatherby Vanguard Shadow .223 Remington Threaded Rifle (brand part no. VC38223RR4T) pairs a Carbon Gray Cerakote-finished, threaded 24-inch barrel with a Monte Carlo-style stock accented in gray and white, giving varmint hunters a flat-shooting rifle ready for a suppressor or brake. Weatherby’s Vanguard line has built a reputation for genuine sub-MOA accuracy at an accessible price point, backed by a drilled-and-tapped receiver ready for scope mounting. The .223 Remington/5.56 NATO chambering keeps ammunition costs low while still delivering the flat trajectory varmint hunters demand. A five-round capacity and the threaded muzzle round out a rifle built for extended range sessions.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, a low-cost, flat-shooting varmint cartridge.
• Barrel measures 24 inches and is threaded for muzzle devices.
• Rate of twist is 1:8 inches, matched to a wide range of .223-caliber bullets.
• Capacity of 5+1 rounds via a detachable box magazine.
• Metal finished in Carbon Gray Cerakote for corrosion resistance.
• Receiver is drilled and tapped, ready for scope mounting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add a suppressor or brake? Yes, the threaded 24-inch barrel accepts standard muzzle devices.

Is the receiver ready for a scope? Yes, it ships drilled and tapped for standard scope mounting.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Shadow .223 Remington Threaded Rifle, Carbon Gray 24-inch

Sub-MOA accuracy at an accessible price makes the Vanguard Shadow a proven choice for serious varmint hunters. Order it from our Weatherby bolt-action rifles lineup at our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.