Weatherby Mark V Backcountry 2.0 6.5-300 Weatherby Mag
About this product
The Weatherby Mark V Backcountry 2.0 is a next-generation lightweight bolt-action rifle engineered for long-range backcountry hunting and mountain applications. It uses the Mark V action with updates to reduce weight, including a Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon-fiber stock and pronounced spiral fluting on the bolt. The rifle features Weatherby’s Accubrake ST muzzle device and a TriggerTech trigger for consistent operation. It is drilled and tapped for optics and configured for right-hand operation.
Key Specifications
- The rifle is chambered in 6.5×300 Weatherby Mag.
- The action is a Bolt Action on the Mark V platform.
- The listed weight is 6.20 lbs.
- The overall length is 48 inches.
- The magazine capacity is 3+1.
- The muzzle device is Accubrake ST.
- The stock is a Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon-fiber design with brown and green sponge-pattern accents.
- The trigger is a TriggerTech.
- The rate of twist is 1:8.
- The receiver is drilled & tapped for scope mounting.
Built to minimize carry weight while retaining the Mark V’s proven action, the Backcountry 2.0 is aimed at hunters and shooters who need a durable, lightweight package for extended outings. Its carbon-fiber stock, fluted bolt features, Accubrake ST muzzle device, and TriggerTech trigger combine to deliver reliable, repeatable performance in field conditions where low weight and long-range capability matter.
Specs at a glance
Key attributes
| upc | 747115448487 |
| manufacturer | Weatherby |
| manufacturer part number | MBC20N653WR8B |
| action | Bolt Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel length | 26" |
| caliber/gauge | 6.5x300 Weatherby Mag |
| capacity | 3 + 1 |
| length | 48.25 |
| package height | 2.75 |
| package width | 6.0 |
| product type | Rifle |
| safety | Thumb |
| shipping weight | 7.9 |
| sights | No Sights |