The Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO (brand part no. VTX223RR16T) trims down to a short 16-inch threaded barrel, giving predator and varmint hunters a compact, maneuverable bolt gun ready for a suppressor. Weatherby cuts a fast 1:8-inch twist to stabilize a wide range of .223 bullet weights and pairs the action with a 3-position safety for load, carry, and unload control. The rifle feeds from a 5-round detachable magazine, and the short barrel keeps overall length down for blinds, brush, and vehicle carry. Among rifles in the bolt action rifles category, the Vanguard Obsidian favors predator and varmint hunters who want a compact, threaded-barrel .223.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO.
• Cut with a 1:8-inch rate of twist.
• Built on a bolt-action receiver.
• Equipped with a 3-position safety.
• A 16-inch threaded barrel is ready for a brake or suppressor.
• Feeds from a detachable 5-round magazine (5+1 capacity).
• The barrel measures 16 inches.
• Runs a two-stage adjustable trigger, tunable down to 2.5 pounds for a clean break.
• Backed by Weatherby’s sub-MOA accuracy guarantee (three-shot groups at 100 yards).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, the 16-inch barrel is threaded for a brake or suppressor.

What does the 3-position safety do? It allows the shooter to load, carry, or unload the rifle without cycling the bolt.

Buy the Weatherby Vanguard Obsidian .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle

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