Browning X-Bolt Mountain Pro LR Rifle 6.5 Creedmoor Carbon Fiber/Burnt Bronze 26 in. RH

The Browning X-Bolt Mountain Pro LR Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor with a 26-inch barrel, carbon fiber stock, and Burnt Bronze Cerakote finish is a production-ready long-range hunting rig that splits the difference between a mountain rifle and a precision platform. This is the browning x-bolt mountain pro lr rifle 6.5 creedmoor carbon fiber/burnt bronze 26 in. rh, and it delivers sub-MOA accuracy out of the box without the weight penalty of a full chassis gun.

Manufacturer	Browning
Model	X-Bolt Mountain Pro LR
Material	Carbon fiber stock, stainless steel barrel and action
Compatibility	6.5 Creedmoor, threaded 5/8×24 muzzle
Finish	Cerakote Burnt Bronze (barrel and action)
Weight	6 lbs 14 oz (per manufacturer specs)
Condition	New

Key Features

• Spiral Fluted Heavy Sporter Contour Barrel — This 26-inch barrel is lapped and spiral-fluted to shed heat faster and reduce weight while maintaining a rigid profile. The heavy sporter contour means you get the stiffness of a target barrel without the boat-anchor weight, and the spiral fluting cuts rotational mass for faster follow-up shots.
• Cerakote Burnt Bronze Finish — Applied over the stainless steel barrel and action, this finish resists corrosion and glare in the field. It’s not just cosmetic—Burnt Bronze breaks up your outline against sagebrush and rock, and Cerakote’s abrasion resistance keeps the rifle looking clean after a season of hard use.
• Carbon Fiber Stock with Accent Graphics — The stock is a full carbon fiber layup with molded-in texture and subtle accent graphics. Carbon fiber damps vibration better than wood or synthetic stocks, which translates to tighter groups on a cold barrel and reduced shooter fatigue on long hikes.
• Recoil Hawg Muzzle Brake and Thread Protector Included — Browning’s Recoil Hawg brake cuts felt recoil by up to 40%, letting you spot your own impacts at 600 yards. The threaded muzzle (5/8×24) accepts standard suppressors, and the included thread protector keeps the crown safe when the brake is off.
• Spiral Fluted Bolt — The bolt body is spiral-fluted to reduce friction and cycling resistance. This also lightens the bolt lift and makes the action smoother during rapid fire, which matters when you’re working a bolt in a cold stand or a prone position.

Who It’s For

This rifle is for the hunter who shoots steel at 800 yards in the off-season and carries the same gun into elk country. It’s for the precision shooter who refuses to haul a 14-pound chassis rifle up a mountain. If you want a production rifle that holds 0.75 MOA with factory Hornady ELD-M and still weighs under 7 pounds, this is your platform.

Pros / Cons

• Pro: Sub-7-pound weight with a heavy sporter contour barrel—uncommon combination for a long-range hunting rifle.
• Pro: Factory threaded muzzle with Recoil Hawg brake included, saving you $100+ on aftermarket parts.
• Con: The carbon fiber stock has a molded-in cheek rest that may not suit shooters with high-mounted optics or night vision bridges; you may need a cheek riser pad.

Comparison

Feature	Browning X-Bolt Mountain Pro LR	Geissele Super Precision Rifle	Timney TRG-22
Weight	6 lbs 14 oz	8 lbs 5 oz	11 lbs 2 oz
Barrel Length	26 in. spiral fluted	24 in. stainless	26 in. heavy
Stock Material	Carbon fiber	Aluminum chassis	Laminated wood
Finish	Cerakote Burnt Bronze	Black anodized	Blued
Muzzle	Threaded, brake included	Threaded, no brake	Not threaded
Price	$1,925.65	$2,499.99	$1,699.99

According to Browning specs, the Mountain Pro LR is the lightest production rifle in its class with a heavy sporter contour barrel—a claim backed by its 6 lb 14 oz weight. The Geissele offers a chassis for PRS-style competition but adds 1.5 pounds, while the Timney TRG-22 is a pure target rifle that lacks a threaded muzzle and weighs over 11 pounds.

FAQ

Is this rifle accurate enough for long-range shooting?

Yes. The lapped spiral-fluted barrel and carbon fiber stock provide the rigidity needed for consistent sub-MOA groups. With quality 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition like Hornady 140 ELD-M, expect 0.75 MOA or better at 100 yards.

Does it come with a muzzle brake?

Yes. The rifle includes Browning’s Recoil Hawg muzzle brake and a thread protector. The muzzle is threaded 5/8×24 and is suppressor-ready.

What is the weight of this rifle?

Per manufacturer specs, the Browning X-Bolt Mountain Pro LR weighs 6 lbs 14 oz, making it one of the lightest long-range hunting rifles available with a heavy sporter barrel.

Can I mount a scope directly to the receiver?

Yes. The receiver is drilled and tapped for Browning’s X-Lock scope bases, which use a two-piece design for maximum clamping force. Standard Weaver or Picatinny rings work with the bases.

Is this rifle suitable for left-handed shooters?

This specific model is right-handed only. Browning offers left-handed X-Bolt models, but the Mountain Pro LR with carbon fiber stock is currently only available in RH configuration.

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