The Winchester XPR Hunter in 6.8 Western (brand part no. 535771299) pairs a modern, heavy-bullet-focused cartridge with a rugged rifle finished in Mossy Oak DNA camouflage over a durable Perma-Cote matte coating. Winchester free-floats the precision button-rifled 24-inch barrel for consistent accuracy, and the M.O.A. Trigger System lets a shooter tune the pull for a cleaner break. A two-position thumb safety with a bolt unlock button keeps operation simple in the field. 6.8 Western was designed around heavy-for-caliber bullets with high ballistic coefficients, giving hunters excellent downrange energy retention on elk and other large game at extended distances.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 6.8 Western, engineered for heavy, high-BC bullets with strong downrange energy.
• The barrel is 24 inches, button-rifled, and free-floating, finished in Black Perma-Cote.
• Rate of twist is 1-in-8 inches, matched to stabilize heavy 6.8 Western bullets.
• The trigger is the M.O.A. Trigger System, adjustable for a cleaner break.
• The stock is finished in Mossy Oak DNA camouflage composite for concealment in the field.
• Magazine capacity is 3+1 rounds from a detachable box magazine.
• Equipped with a Two-Position safety for straightforward, intuitive operation.
• The receiver is drilled and tapped, ready for a scope mount without extra gunsmithing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 6.8 Western built for? It uses heavy, high-ballistic-coefficient bullets for strong energy retention on large game at distance.

Is the trigger adjustable? Yes, the M.O.A. Trigger System allows the pull weight to be tuned.

What finish is on the stock? Mossy Oak DNA camouflage over a composite stock for concealment in the field.

Buy the Winchester XPR Hunter 6.8 Western Rifle

Elk hunters looking for a modern, heavy-bullet cartridge with real downrange energy will find it in this 6.8 Western XPR Hunter. It stands out in our bolt action rifles lineup for serious big-game hunters. Reserve yours through our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and we will get it moving to your FFL as soon as it’s ready to ship.