The Browning BAR MK4 Speed (brand part no. 039012211) brings Browning’s proven gas-operated autoloading action to a modern, fast-handling hunting rifle chambered in .243 Winchester. This Speed variant wears an OVIX Bronze Cerakote finish over its receiver and barrel for a rugged, camo-toned look built for the field rather than the display case. A flat-shooting cartridge and a light, quick-pointing profile make it a natural fit for varmint and deer hunters covering ground on foot. Like every BAR MK4, it relies on Browning’s action bar/inertia block system to keep recoil and barrel vibration in check.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .243 Winchester, a flat-shooting, mild-recoiling round popular for deer and varmint hunting.
• Built around a 22-inch barrel for a balance of reach and fast handling in the field.
• Rifled with a 1:10-inch twist for consistent accuracy across common .243 bullet weights.
• Feeds from a 4+1 capacity detachable box magazine, with one 4-round magazine included.
• Finished in OVIX Bronze Cerakote over the receiver and barrel for a modern camo-inspired look and added corrosion resistance.
• Ships with no factory sights, leaving the receiver clear for a hunting optic.
• Runs on Browning’s gas-operated semi-automatic action, built for quick, reliable follow-up shots in the field.
• Uses the action bar/inertia block connection shared across the BAR MK4 line to minimize barrel vibration.
• Fitted with an Inflex recoil pad to soften felt recoil on the shoulder.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OVIX finish? It is Browning’s camo-toned Cerakote treatment applied to the BAR MK4 Speed’s receiver and barrel for a modern field-ready look.

Does the BAR MK4 Speed include sights? No, it ships without iron sights so the receiver is ready for a scope mount.

Is .243 Winchester a good beginner hunting caliber? Yes, its light recoil and flat trajectory make it a popular choice for both new and experienced deer hunters.

Buy the Browning BAR MK4 Speed Rifle

Order the Browning BAR MK4 Speed in .243 Win from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your local FFL. Browning built the Speed series for hunters on the move, and it’s part of our full semi-auto rifles lineup. Add a lightweight hunting scope and you’re ready for opening day.