Browning X-Bolt 2
Browning Arms Company · Rifle · In Production · 2024
Also known as: X-Bolt 2, X-Bolt II
Overview
The Browning X-Bolt 2 is the second-generation evolution of Browning's popular X-Bolt bolt-action hunting rifle, introduced in 2024. It retains the proven X-Bolt action architecture - a 60-degree short-throw bolt with three locking lugs engaging a barrel extension and the proprietary X-Lock four-screw scope mounting system - while adding significant refinements. Chief among them is the new DLX trigger, a three-lever design with zero take-up, zero creep and zero overtravel that comes factory-set around 3.5 pounds and adjusts down to roughly 3 pounds, plus a redesigned patented rotary detachable magazine that loads and feeds more smoothly than the original. Many configurations feature the new Vari-Tech modular stock system, which offers tool-adjustable length of pull and comb height along with interchangeable sporter and vertical grip modules to tailor fit. Offered across a broad range of popular hunting cartridges from .243 Winchester through .300 Winchester Magnum and the 6.8 Western, the X-Bolt 2 is positioned as a do-everything modern hunting rifle.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3062 g (108.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1067 mm (42.01") |
| Barrel Length | 559 mm (22.01") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 16 N (3.6 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Rotary |
| Muzzle Velocity | 860 m/s (2822 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3592 J (2649 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 1000 m (1094 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Composite |
| Finish | Cerakote |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary · 7.62x51mm NATO — also known as .308 Win, 7.62x51mm
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5 CM, 6.5mm Creedmoor
- .30-06 Springfield — also known as .30-06, 7.62x63mm
- .270 Winchester — also known as .270 Win
- .243 Winchester — also known as .243 Win
- .300 Winchester Magnum — also known as .300 Win Mag, .300 WM
- 7mm Remington Magnum — also known as 7mm Rem Mag
- 6.8 Western — also known as 6.8 Western
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Tang Safety, Bolt Unlock Button, Top Tang Safety
- Features: Dlx Trigger, Adjustable Trigger, Vari Tech Stock, Adjustable Length Of Pull, Adjustable Comb, Interchangeable Grip Modules, Rotary Detachable Magazine, X Lock Scope Mounting, 60 Degree Bolt Lift, Three Lug Bolt, Free Floating Barrel, Threaded Barrel
Variants
- Browning X-Bolt 2 Speed — Ovix Camo Cerakote
- Browning X-Bolt 2 Speed SPR — Suppressor Ready
- Browning X-Bolt 2 Hunter — Walnut Blued
Base model
Service history
Operators
- United States Civilian Market
Production
Production years: 2024-present
Manufactured by Miroku Firearms in Kochi, Japan; second-generation successor to the 2008 X-Bolt.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Specifications reflect a representative short-action X-Bolt 2 Speed: 22 in (559mm) barrel, ~6 lb 12 oz (3062g) empty; barrel lengths range 22-26 in and weights ~6 lb 12 oz to 7 lb 2 oz by caliber and configuration. DLX trigger preset ~3.5 lb (16N), adjustable to ~3 lb. Magazine capacity 3-4 rounds depending on cartridge. Twist rate varies by caliber (e.g. ~1:8 to 1:10). Manufactured by Miroku in Japan. Successor to the original X-Bolt.
Background
Browning launched the X-Bolt 2 at SHOT Show 2024 alongside a 20-gauge A5, with the new DLX trigger and Vari-Tech adjustable stock headlining the upgrades - a rare ground-up refresh of a platform that had already become one of the best-selling hunting bolt-actions in North America.