The Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint (brand part no. 535727212) is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .243 Winchester and built by Winchester for varmint and predator shooters who want a stable, repeatable platform for extended range sessions. Its thumbhole black and grey laminate stock provides a long, consistent surface for a repeatable sight picture whether shooting from a rest or off a bipod, and the solid laminate construction resists warping and flex that can throw off accuracy over time. A vented forearm helps the 24-inch barrel cool between strings of fire, and two sling swivel studs let shooters mount both a sling and a bipod. A threaded muzzle with a thread protector rounds out a rifle built for serious varmint work.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .243 Winchester, a flat-shooting cartridge well suited to varmint and predator work.
• The barrel measures 24 inches.
• Rifled at a 1:10-inch twist.
• The barrel finish is blued Perma-Cote, chosen for corrosion resistance.
• Feeds from a 3-round magazine, sized for the deliberate pace of varmint shooting.
• Built with a black and grey laminate thumbhole stock, resisting warping for consistent accuracy shot after shot.
• Includes a vented forearm, helping the barrel shed heat during extended strings of fire.
• Fitted with two sling swivel studs, allowing both a sling and a bipod to be mounted.
• Ships with a threaded muzzle and thread protector cap, ready for a brake or suppressor.
• Uses a two-position safety, giving simple, fast operation from a rest or a stalk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the XPR Thumbhole Varmint chambered in? It is chambered in .243 Winchester, a flat-shooting round suited to varmint hunting.

What is the stock made from? It uses a black and grey laminate thumbhole stock built to resist warping.

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, it ships with a threaded muzzle and a thread protector cap installed.

Buy the Winchester XPR Thumbhole Varmint .243 Win Rifle

Consistent, repeatable accuracy starts with a stable stock, and the XPR Thumbhole Varmint’s laminate build delivers exactly that in .243 Win. Order this Winchester rifle from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and check out our full selection of bolt action rifles.