New for 2023: Browning X-Bolt Stalker LR

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posted on January 17, 2023
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Browning X Bolt Stalker Long Range Lead

For 2023, Browning has introduced its new X-Bolt Stalker Long Range (LR), designed specifically for long-range shooting, featuring a high-strength steel receiver, heavy sporter contour barrel, removable muzzle brake, removable magazine, top-tang thumb safety, extended bolt handle and composite stock with an adjustable comb.

Browning X-Bolt Stalker Long Range bolt action rifle.

The X-Bolt Stalker LR is a great rifle choice for hunting in all weather conditions, as the stock is made from durable, composite material that can take a beating. It is textured for a secure grip from forearm to pistol grip, and has a comfortable palm swell. This long-range model also includes an adjustable comb system that makes it easy to place your eye in correct scope alignment with larger, long-range optics.

Browning X-Bolt Stalker LR adjustable comb on rifle stock.

The barrel, bolt and receiver are finished in a flat, durable non-glare surface. This is a rifle with all the deluxe features of the X-Bolt family, but rugged enough for the demanding hardcore deer, elk and sheep hunters.

X-Bolt Stalker LR Features:
• 26” heavy sporter contour barrel with threaded muzzle brake on ⅝"-24 TPI suppressor threads (thread protector included)
• Adjustable comb system with 1" of vertical movement
• New Recoil Hawg muzzle brake reduces felt recoil up to 76 percent (thread protector included)
• Composite matte black colored stock
• Extended bolt handle
• Non-reflective matte blued finish
• Weight: 7 lbs., 10 ozs.
• Available calibers: 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, 6.8 Western, .308 Win., .280 AI, 7mm Rem. Mag., 28 Nosler, .300 Win. Mag., .300 PRC

Browning X-Bolt Stalker LR top view of bolt action.

Standard X-Bolt Features:
• Free-floated barrel that is bedded in the front and the rear of the action for stability and to help maintain barrel-to-stock spacing for consistent accuracy.
• Bolt unlock button works in conjunction with the top-tang safety to provide an added measure of safety during checking and unloading of the chamber.
• Short 60° bolt lift is fast cycling and allows you to work the bolt quickly 
• Detachable rotary magazine
• Three-lever Feather Trigger
• X-Lock scope mount features a four screw per base
• Inflex Recoil Pad

The X-Bolt Stalker LR has an MSRP of $1,129.99-$1,179.99. For more information, visit browning.com.

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