The Browning X-Bolt 2 Hunter Composite Two-Tone Rifle, .243 Winchester, 22-Inch Threaded Barrel with Muzzle Brake (brand part no. 036079211) is a two-tone bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in .243 Winchester on a short action. A matte gray stainless steel receiver sits under a 22-inch sporter contour barrel with a non-reflective matte blued finish, set into a black composite Vari-Tech stock with gray overmolded grip surfaces. The muzzle is threaded M13x0.75 for the included stainless radial muzzle brake, and a thread protector cap comes with the rifle. The Vari-Tech stock adjusts for comb height, length of pull and grip angle, and the spiral fluted bolt has an ergonomic knob and handle. For a hunter who wants a rifle that looks different from the standard all-black field gun, this Browning two-tone in .243 Winchester delivers it with the full X-Bolt 2 feature set.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .243 Winchester, fed through a short action.
• The barrel is a 22-inch sporter contour with a non-reflective matte blued finish that contrasts with the gray action.
• The twist rate is 1:10 inches, the rifling pitch that spins the bullet for stability.
• The detachable rotary magazine holds 4 rounds, feeding from the center of the magazine for straight-to-chamber feeding.
• The muzzle is threaded M13x0.75, which accepts the included brake, the thread protector cap or an optional Browning Recoil Hawg Sporter brake.
• A stainless steel radial muzzle brake ships with the rifle to reduce felt recoil, and the thread protector is included.
• The receiver is stainless steel in matte gray, which sets off the blued barrel and resists weather.
• The stock is a black composite Vari-Tech with adjustable comb, length of pull set by internal spacers, and interchangeable grip modules.
• The DLX trigger is a three-lever design preset at 3.5 pounds and adjustable down to 3.0 pounds, with no creep, take-up or overtravel.
• A top-tang safety is easy to reach, and the Bolt Unlock Button works with it for added safety during checking and unloading.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the barrel length and twist rate on the .243 Winchester version? This rifle has a 22-inch barrel with a 1:10-inch twist, and its magazine holds 4 rounds.

Does this rifle come with a muzzle brake? Yes. The muzzle is threaded M13x0.75 and an included radial muzzle brake reduces felt recoil, with a thread protector cap for when it is off. Browning also lists an optional Recoil Hawg Sporter brake for the same thread.

Is the rifle drilled and tapped for a scope? Yes. The receiver is drilled and tapped, and Browning’s X-Lock scope mounting system uses four screws per base. Scopes, rings and bases shown with the rifle are not included unless specifically listed.

Buy the Browning X-Bolt 2 Hunter Composite Two-Tone Rifle, .243 Winchester, 22-Inch Threaded Barrel with Muzzle Brake

A gray stainless action, an included muzzle brake and an adjustable stock give this rifle its own look without costing any function. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more bolt action rifles while you are here.