The Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot One-Piece Base for the Browning X-Bolt 2 long action (part no. 188018) mounts a scope in a package that adds almost nothing to the rifle’s weight. Leupold machines the base from 7075-T6 aluminum at just 2.4 ounces, and the compact 1.972-inch footprint accepts both Picatinny and Weaver rings without adding unnecessary length to the receiver area. The base ships in a choice of 0 MOA or 20 MOA elevation, and a specified 22 in-lbs receiver screw torque keeps clamp force consistent. Among scope bases for the X-Bolt 2 long action, this BackCountry mount is the featherweight, fitted choice.

Key Specifications

• The base is machined from 7075-T6 aluminum, giving a high strength-to-weight ratio.
• The mount uses a one-piece configuration, promoting rigid alignment between optic and receiver.
• The design fits long-action receivers, matching that footprint.
• The finish is matte black, reducing glare and offering corrosion resistance.
• The rail accepts Picatinny and Weaver rings, keeping ring choice flexible.
• The base weighs just 2.4 ounces, keeping added mass minimal for hunting setups.
• Recommended receiver screw torque is 22 in-lbs, providing consistent clamp force.
• The footprint measures 1.972 inches, minimizing added length over the receiver.
• The base is offered with 0 or 20 MOA elevation options, suiting different trajectory needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit the short-action X-Bolt 2? No, it is machined for the long-action receiver footprint.

Should I choose 0 MOA or 20 MOA? 0 MOA suits standard hunting distances; 20 MOA frees up scope elevation travel for shooters dialing long range.

Buy the Leupold BackCountry Base for X-Bolt 2

At 2.4 ounces, this base barely registers on the rifle’s overall weight, and that’s exactly the point for an X-Bolt 2 built to be carried far. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast.