The Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Capra 6.5 Weatherby RPM rifle is a bolt-action hunting rifle (Weatherby part no. MBP01N65RWR3B). The Backcountry Capra is one of the lightest production rifles offered, with a titanium 6-lug short action, a double-spiral-fluted thin barrel and a Peak 44 carbon fiber stock. This 6.5 Weatherby RPM rifle carries a 21-inch barrel, threaded 1/2-28 and fitted with a muzzle brake, and it feeds 2+1 from the magazine. Weatherby backs every Mark V with a published sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. It is built for hunters who count every ounce on a long mountain climb.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is 6.5 Weatherby RPM, the cartridge that sets this Backcountry Capra apart from the other chamberings in its line.
• Barrel length is 21 inches measured without the muzzle brake, which adds 2 inches to the overall barrel assembly.
• The muzzle is threaded 1/2-28, the pitch the maker lists for this chambering.
• A muzzle brake is fitted, listed by the maker on this chambering, which cuts felt recoil on a rifle that starts at about 4 pounds.
• Magazine capacity is 2+1, the maker figure for this chambering counting one in the chamber.
• Rifling twist is 1:8, the rate the maker lists for this chambering.
• Listed weight is 4.4 pounds, the maker figure for this chambering.
• Overall length is 41.25 inches, the maker figure for this chambering.
• The stock is a modified Peak 44 Bridger exposed carbon fiber design with grey, white and rust sponge pattern accents.
• The barrel, receiver, bolt, bolt knob and safety wear Graphite Black Cerakote, the maker finish for the whole rifle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the barrel made of? The barrel is a thin-contour design with double-spiral fluting that forms a double helix, cutting weight while adding rigidity.

Does this rifle come with a muzzle brake? Yes. The maker fits a muzzle brake and lists the barrel as 23 inches overall, which is the 21-inch barrel plus the 2-inch brake.

What is the magazine capacity? The maker lists 2+1 for this chambering, which is the magazine plus one in the chamber.

Buy the Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Capra 6.5 Weatherby RPM Rifle, 21-Inch Threaded Barrel with Muzzle Brake

This is the Backcountry Capra for hunters who want a Mark V in 6.5 Weatherby RPM and a factory brake. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and browse more bolt-action rifles while you are here.