The Winchester XPR Extreme VSX 6.8 Western rifle (Winchester part no. 535800299) is a short-action hunting rifle with a 24-inch barrel and a threaded muzzle brake included. It pairs a steel receiver and barrel in Tungsten Cerakote with a composite stock in TrueTimber VSX camouflage, the M.O.A. trigger system and a detachable box magazine that holds three rounds. The 24-inch barrel and 1-in-8 twist are matched to the 6.8 Western short-action cartridge. It is part of the XPR line from Winchester, a rifle for hunters who want a brake-equipped, weather-ready rig at a working-rifle price.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is 6.8 Western, a short-action cartridge in a rifle built for hunting.
• The barrel is 24 inches of button-rifled, free-floated steel with a recessed target crown.
• Rifling twist is 1 in 8 inches, the rate Winchester specifies for this chambering.
• The threaded muzzle brake is included, on a muzzle threaded 9/16×24, to tame recoil and leave room for other muzzle devices.
• The detachable box magazine holds 3 rounds, so a spare magazine speeds up reloading.
• The receiver and barrel are finished in Tungsten Cerakote, a durable coating that holds up to weather and handling.
• The composite stock wears a TrueTimber VSX camouflage finish with textured grip panels, and the receiver is drilled and tapped.
• A two-position thumb safety sits within reach of the shooting hand.
• The M.O.A. trigger system is a three-lever design with no take-up, creep or overtravel.
• The rifle weighs 7 pounds and measures 44 inches overall, with an Inflex 1 recoil pad and sling swivel studs installed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this rifle come with a muzzle brake? Yes. Winchester lists a threaded muzzle brake as included, and the muzzle is threaded 9/16×24 so you can fit another device if you prefer.

Can I mount a scope on it? Yes. The steel receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, so bases bolt straight on.

How many rounds does the magazine hold? The detachable box magazine holds three 6.8 Western cartridges.

Buy the Winchester XPR Extreme TrueTimber VSX 6.8 Western Rifle, 24-Inch Threaded Barrel with Muzzle Brake

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