Weatherby Vanguard Outfitter
Weatherby, Inc. · Rifle · In Production · 2019
Also known as: Vanguard Outfitter
Overview
The Weatherby Vanguard Outfitter is an all-weather bolt-action hunting rifle built on the Howa 1500 (Vanguard) action. Aimed at backcountry hunters, it pairs a spiral-fluted, cold hammer-forged barrel threaded 1/2x28 and capped with an Accubrake muzzle brake, a full Graphite Black Cerakote finish over the barreled action, and a tan polymer Monte Carlo stock hand-painted with a brown and white sponge camo pattern. It uses a match-quality two-stage adjustable trigger, a three-position safety, and carries Weatherby's sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. Chambered here in the high-velocity .257 Weatherby Magnum.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3289 g (116.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1232 mm (48.50") |
| Barrel Length | 660 mm (25.98") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Adjustable Two Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 11 N (2.5 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 3 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Fixed Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1113 m/s (3652 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 4210 J (3105 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 550 m (601 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Synthetic |
| Finish | Graphite Black Cerakote |
Calibers
- .257 Weatherby Magnum · primary — also known as .257 Wby Mag, .257 WM
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Internal Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Three Position Safety
- Features: Howa 1500 Action, Spiral Fluted Barrel, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Threaded Muzzle 1-2x28, Accubrake Muzzle Brake, Cerakote Finish, Monte Carlo Stock, Sponge Paint Camo Stock, Adjustable Match Trigger, Sub Moa Guarantee
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Civilian hunters and sport shooters
Production
Production years: 2019-present
Part of the Weatherby Vanguard family; a 2023 refresh updated the Outfitter's stock and specifications.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: Weatherby / Howa (Vanguard/1500 action)
Notes
Offered in roughly 15 chamberings; the .257 Weatherby Magnum version uses a 26-inch barrel with a 1:10 twist. Weight ranges 6.75-7.25 lbs across the line depending on caliber and barrel length.
Background
Weatherby, founded by Roy Weatherby in 1945, built its reputation on high-velocity belted magnum cartridges. The .257 Weatherby Magnum was Roy Weatherby's personal favorite, and it remains one of the fastest quarter-bore cartridges in production.