Husqvarna Model 246
Husqvarna Vapenfabrik · Rifle · Discontinued · 1939
Also known as: Husqvarna 246, HVA 246
Overview
The Husqvarna Model 246 is a rare Swedish bolt-action sporting rifle built by Husqvarna Vapenfabrik on the full-size FN commercial Mauser 98 action imported from Fabrique Nationale in Belgium. Introduced in 1939 and chambered in the powerful 9.3x62mm Mauser big-game cartridge, it was one of the first Husqvarna sporters produced after the company switched from the Swedish m/96 action to the stronger FN M98 design. With controlled round feed, a wing safety, a hinged floorplate, ramp front and adjustable rear sights and a checkered walnut sporter stock, only around 207 examples were made before production ended in 1942, making it highly sought after by collectors.
Specifications
| Barrel Length | 610 mm (24.02") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 720 m/s (2362 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 4808 J (3546 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 250 m (273 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- 9.3x62mm Mauser · primary — also known as 9.3x62mm
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Internal Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Wing Safety, Controlled Round Feed
- Features: Fn Commercial Mauser 98 Action, Controlled Round Feed, Hinged Floorplate, Ramp Front Sight, Adjustable Rear Sight, Sporter Stock
Service history
Operators
- Swedish civilian hunters
Production
Estimated total produced: 207 · Production years: 1939-1942
Rare civilian sporting rifle; roughly 207 examples produced on the FN commercial Mauser 98 action.
Origin
Country of origin: Sweden
Discontinued: 1942
Notes
The Model 246, alongside the Models 146 and 640, was among the first Husqvarna sporters built on the FN Mauser 98 action after Husqvarna began importing FN actions in 1939. Barrel length (roughly 24 inches) and weight varied between individual rifles; the 246 is distinguished by its dedicated 9.3x62mm chambering.
Background
When Husqvarna could no longer rely on the surplus Swedish m/96 military action, it turned to its Belgian rival FN for Mauser 98 actions in 1939 - and with only around 207 built in 9.3x62mm before wartime production ended in 1942, the Model 246 became one of the scarcest of the early FN-actioned Husqvarna sporters.