Browning X-Bolt Max Varmint/Target 6.5 CM 4+1 26" MB

Browning X-Bolt Max Varmint/Target 6.5 Creedmoor 26" Bolt-Action Rifle - 035483282

The Browning X-Bolt Max Varmint/Target 035483282 is a precision-oriented 6.5 Creedmoor bolt-action rifle built around a 26-inch fluted stainless steel bull barrel, adjustable MAX stock, threaded muzzle, and Browning's Recoil Hawg muzzle brake. The result is a rifle configured for varmint hunting, target shooting, and other applications where a stable shooting position and repeatable rifle fit matter more than minimum carry weight.

Unlike a conventional lightweight hunting rifle, the Max Varmint/Target emphasizes barrel rigidity, stock adjustability, and supported shooting. The adjustable comb helps establish consistent eye alignment behind a scope, while the broad forearm and integrated Picatinny rail provide a solid interface for bipods and other supported shooting setups.

26-Inch Stainless Bull Barrel

This 6.5 Creedmoor configuration uses a 26-inch stainless steel bull barrel with fluting to reduce some weight while retaining the rigidity of a heavy barrel profile. Browning free-floats the barrel and beds the action at the front and rear to help maintain consistent barrel-to-stock spacing.

The 1:7 right-hand twist is notably fast for 6.5 Creedmoor and is intended to provide adequate stabilization for longer, heavier projectiles commonly used in long-range shooting.

Recoil Hawg Muzzle Brake

The barrel is threaded 5/8x24 and supplied with Browning's Recoil Hawg muzzle brake. Browning states that the Recoil Hawg can reduce felt recoil by up to 73 percent, helping the shooter stay more comfortable during extended range sessions and making it easier to maintain position between shots.

A thread protector is also included for shooters who prefer to remove the brake or use another compatible muzzle device where legally permitted.

Adjustable MAX Stock

The composite MAX stock is designed around repeatable positioning behind an optic. Its height-adjustable comb allows the shooter to dial in cheek position for better eye-to-scope alignment, while included 1/4-inch and 2/3-inch spacers provide additional length-of-pull adjustment.

The more vertical target-style grip promotes a comfortable trigger-hand position from prone, bench, and other supported shooting positions. Textured grip panels provide additional control without relying on aggressive external hardware or unnecessary bulk.

Browning X-Bolt Action

The X-Bolt uses a short 60-degree bolt lift, providing generous clearance beneath a mounted optic and allowing the action to be cycled with less bolt-handle movement than a traditional 90-degree design. An extended bolt handle further improves access when operating the rifle from supported positions.

A bolt-unlock button works in conjunction with the top-tang safety, allowing the chamber to be opened and unloaded while the safety remains engaged.

Feather Trigger

Browning's three-lever Feather Trigger is designed to provide a clean break with minimal take-up and overtravel. On a rifle intended for deliberate target and varmint shooting, consistent trigger characteristics help the shooter concentrate on sight picture and follow-through rather than working around a heavy or inconsistent trigger pull.

Detachable Rotary Magazine

The rifle feeds from Browning's detachable rotary magazine with a listed four-round capacity. The rotary design keeps cartridges aligned within the magazine body while allowing the magazine to sit relatively flush with the bottom of the stock.

Built for Bipod and Supported Shooting

A Picatinny rail is integrated into the bottom of the forearm for mounting a compatible bipod. Browning also includes two sling swivel studs, giving the rifle multiple attachment options for field or range use.

The combination of a bull barrel, adjustable comb, target-style grip, extended bolt handle, and bipod rail makes this configuration particularly well suited to shooters who spend significant time behind the rifle from prone or bench positions.

Key Features

• 6.5 Creedmoor bolt-action rifle
• 26-inch fluted stainless steel bull barrel
• 1:7 right-hand twist rate
• Free-floating barrel
• Action bedded at the front and rear
• 5/8x24 threaded muzzle
• Browning Recoil Hawg muzzle brake
• Thread protector included
• Composite MAX stock
• Height-adjustable comb
• 1/4-inch and 2/3-inch length-of-pull spacers included
• Target-style vertical grip
• Extended bolt handle
• Short 60-degree bolt lift
• Top-tang safety with bolt-unlock button
• Three-lever Feather Trigger
• Detachable rotary magazine
• Four-round magazine capacity
• Forearm Picatinny rail for bipod mounting
• Inflex recoil pad
• Drilled and tapped receiver for scope mounting

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Browning
• Model: X-Bolt Max Varmint/Target
• MPN: 035483282
• UPC: 023614738725
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
• Action: Bolt Action
• Action Length: Short Action
• Barrel Length: 26"
• Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
• Barrel Contour: Bull
• Barrel Finish: Satin Gray
• Twist Rate: 1:7 RH
• Muzzle Thread: 5/8x24
• Muzzle Device: Recoil Hawg Muzzle Brake
• Magazine: Detachable Rotary
• Magazine Capacity: 4 Rounds
• Stock: Composite MAX Stock
• Stock Finish: Matte Black
• Comb: Height Adjustable
• Receiver: Steel
• Receiver Finish: Matte Black
• Trigger: Browning Feather Trigger
• Recoil Pad: Inflex 2
• Length of Pull: 13.75" plus included adjustment spacers
• Overall Length: 46.125"
• Weight: Approximately 9 lbs. 2 oz.
• Scope Mounting: Drilled and Tapped for X-Lock Bases

Who Is the X-Bolt Max Varmint/Target 6.5 Creedmoor For?

The X-Bolt Max Varmint/Target is intended for shooters who want the handling and operating features of Browning's X-Bolt platform in a heavier, more adjustable configuration. Its bull barrel, adjustable comb, bipod rail, extended bolt handle, threaded muzzle, and 6.5 Creedmoor chambering make it particularly appropriate for varmint shooting, long-range range work, and precision-oriented field applications.

For buyers comparing 6.5 Creedmoor target and varmint rifles, the 035483282 offers a useful combination of a heavy stainless barrel, fast 1:7 twist, adjustable stock geometry, short-throw X-Bolt action, and factory muzzle brake without moving into a dedicated competition-only chassis rifle.

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