Browning X-Bolt 2 WST HNT SPL LR .300 Win Mag

The Browning X-Bolt 2 WST HNT SPL LR .300 Win Mag is a field-ready bolt-action rifle built for hunters who demand magnum reach without dragging a custom gun safe into the backcountry. Chambered in .300 Winchester Magnum, this variant delivers the velocity and energy needed for elk, moose, and extended-range shots, while the X-Bolt 2 action keeps lock time crisp and cycling smooth. Per manufacturer specs, the rifle weighs 7.2 lbs empty, making it a practical carry for mountain stalks. This is a production rifle that punches above its price point for anyone serious about connecting at distance.

Key Features

• X-Bolt 2 Action: The updated bolt design reduces lock time by 15% compared to the original X-Bolt, giving you a faster ignition window at 800 yards.
• .300 Win Mag Chambering: With 190-grain ELD-X loads, you’re pushing 2,950 fps at the muzzle, which translates to 1,200 ft-lbs of energy still on target at 500 meters—enough for clean kills on heavy game.
• Sporter Contour Barrel: 24-inch barrel with a 1:10 twist rate stabilizes 180- to 200-grain projectiles, balancing weight savings with enough rigidity for consistent sub-MOA groups.
• Detachable Rotary Magazine: Holds 3+1 rounds and feeds without rim-lock issues common in magnum calibers—critical when a follow-up shot is on the clock.
• Inflex 2 Recoil Pad: Reduces felt recoil by 35% versus standard pads, keeping you on target for quick second shots without flinching.

Who It’s For

This rifle is for the hunter who spots a bull elk at 400 yards across a canyon and needs a magnum cartridge that drops the hammer without a 12-pound rig. It’s also for the precision shooter who wants a production gun that can hang with factory ammo at 1,000 yards on steel. If you’re a reloader chasing .300 Win Mag accuracy nodes, the X-Bolt 2’s free-floated barrel and adjustable trigger give you a solid platform to work from.

Pros / Cons

• Pro: Sub-MOA accuracy guarantee out of the box—verified with match-grade factory loads.
• Pro: Lightweight enough for all-day carry at 7.2 lbs.
• Con: The synthetic stock flexes under heavy bipod pressure; a chassis upgrade helps if you’re bench-resting regularly.
• Pro: Adjustable trigger breaks clean at 3.5 lbs with zero creep.

Comparison

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Last updated: April 2026

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