Overview
Benelli LUPO BE.S.T. .308 Win 22" Charred Timber / Matte Gray Bolt-Action Rifle | 15304
The Benelli LUPO BE.S.T. 15304 is a .308 Winchester bolt-action hunting rifle built around accuracy, customizable fit, and serious protection from the elements. This configuration combines a 22-inch free-floating Crio barrel, Charred Timber synthetic stock and forend, Matte Gray BE.S.T. finish, detachable magazine, adjustable trigger, and factory optics-mounting system.
The LUPO has a very different feel from a traditional hunting rifle. Benelli designed the platform around a rigid chassis-style action and an unusually adjustable stock system, giving the shooter more control over fit without requiring a custom stock or extensive aftermarket work.
Charred Timber & Matte Gray BE.S.T. Configuration
The 15304 pairs a Charred Timber stock and forend with Benelli's Matte Gray BE.S.T. surface treatment. The webbed synthetic furniture gives the rifle a distinctive field-oriented appearance while the BE.S.T. treatment is engineered to provide added resistance to corrosion and abrasion.
For hunters who regularly deal with rain, snow, moisture, and changing field conditions, that surface protection is one of the most practical differences between this model and a standard-finish LUPO.
22" Free-Floating Crio Barrel
The .308 Winchester 15304 uses a 22-inch free-floating Crio-treated barrel. The free-floating design minimizes contact between the barrel and stock, helping maintain consistent barrel harmonics and supporting the LUPO's accuracy-focused design.
The muzzle is threaded 5/8x24 for compatible muzzle accessories, giving the rifle more flexibility without requiring the barrel to be modified after purchase.
Benelli Perfect Fitting System
One of the LUPO's strongest features is how extensively the rifle can be adjusted to the shooter. Benelli's fitting system allows changes to length of pull, drop, cast, and trigger reach to create a more natural shoulder position and trigger-finger placement.
Stock spacers allow length of pull to be adjusted from approximately 13.8 to 14.75 inches, while separate trigger-reach spacers help fine-tune the shooter's hand position.
Progressive Comfort Recoil Management
Benelli integrates its Progressive Comfort recoil-management system into the LUPO stock. The system is designed to reduce felt recoil while preserving the clean lines and handling characteristics of the rifle.
A Combtech cheek pad works alongside the recoil system to help reduce the impact transferred to the shooter's cheek during firing, making extended range sessions and repeated field shots more comfortable.
60-Degree Bolt Throw
The LUPO uses a sculpted bolt with three large locking lugs and a 60-degree bolt lift. The shorter rotation gives the shooter additional clearance around a mounted scope and reduces the amount of movement required to cycle the action.
That makes the bolt quick to operate while keeping the handle clear of the optic during follow-up shots.
Adjustable Trigger
The LUPO trigger is adjustable from approximately 2.2 to 4.4 pounds, allowing the shooter to select a pull weight that better matches personal preference and intended use.
Because trigger reach can also be adjusted separately, the rifle offers more fitting flexibility than many conventional factory bolt-action designs.
Detachable Magazine & Optics-Ready Receiver
The .308 Winchester LUPO uses a detachable box magazine, making loading and unloading straightforward in the field.
The rifle is also configured for optics mounting, giving hunters a factory-ready foundation for installing a compatible scope without having to modify the receiver.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Benelli
- Model: LUPO BE.S.T.
- Manufacturer Part Number: 15304
- UPC: 650350153040
- Caliber: .308 Winchester
- Action: Bolt Action
- Barrel Length: 22"
- Barrel: Free-Floating Crio-Treated
- Muzzle Thread: 5/8x24
- Magazine: Detachable Box Magazine
- Stock: Charred Timber Synthetic
- Finish: Matte Gray BE.S.T.
- Trigger: Adjustable 2.2–4.4 lbs.
- Bolt: 3 Locking Lugs with 60-Degree Bolt Throw
- Length of Pull: Adjustable 13.8"–14.75"
- Recoil System: Progressive Comfort
- Cheek Pad: Combtech
- Optics Mount: Factory Picatinny Rail System
- Weight: Approximately 7.2 lbs.
For hunters who want a .308 bolt gun with more adjustability and weather protection than a traditional factory rifle, the Benelli LUPO BE.S.T. 15304 is a particularly complete setup. The Charred Timber furniture, Matte Gray BE.S.T. treatment, free-floating Crio barrel, adjustable trigger, Progressive Comfort system, and customizable stock geometry give the rifle a refined field-ready configuration without unnecessary complexity.
