Franchi Momentum Varmint Elite .308 Win 24" 1:11 Bbl TrueTimber Prairie/Midnight Bronze 8+1 Rifle 41714

Franchi Momentum Varmint Elite .308 Win 24" TrueTimber Prairie/Midnight Bronze Rifle - 41714

The Franchi Momentum Varmint Elite 41714 is a .308 Winchester bolt-action rifle configured for varmint, predator, and longer-range hunting applications. It combines a 24-inch heavy-contour, spiral-fluted barrel with Franchi's adjustable Relia Trigger, three-lug Dependa Bolt, removable box magazine system, and an adjustable Ergonom-X synthetic stock.

This configuration pairs a TrueTimber Prairie camouflage stock with a Midnight Bronze Cerakote barreled action. More than a cosmetic treatment, the rifle's layout is designed around supported shooting positions, optic use, and repeatable shot placement in the field.

24-Inch Heavy-Contour Free-Floating Barrel

The Momentum Varmint Elite uses a 24-inch heavy-contour barrel that is free-floated ahead of the action. The additional barrel mass provides a more stable platform during extended shooting sessions, while spiral fluting removes material without giving up the heavy-profile design.

This .308 Winchester model uses a 1:11 right-hand twist rate. The muzzle is threaded 5/8x24 and supplied with a radial muzzle brake, giving the shooter the option to use the factory brake or another compatible muzzle device where legally permitted.

Franchi 1-MOA Accuracy Guarantee

Franchi backs the Momentum Varmint Elite with a 1-MOA accuracy guarantee when used with qualifying premium factory ammunition. The barrel, action, trigger, and adjustable stock system are designed to work together to provide the consistent interface needed for accurate field shooting.

Adjustable Relia Trigger

The single-stage Relia Trigger can be adjusted from approximately 2 to 4 pounds. This allows the shooter to tailor trigger weight to personal preference while maintaining the clean, predictable break expected from a precision-oriented hunting rifle.

Three-Lug Dependa Bolt

Franchi's Dependa Bolt uses three locking lugs and a short 60-degree bolt throw. The reduced bolt lift provides additional clearance beneath a mounted optic and allows the action to be cycled without the longer movement associated with traditional 90-degree bolt designs.

The bolt also features a spiral-fluted profile and hardened chrome finish to support smooth operation and reliable cycling.

Adjustable Ergonom-X Stock

The synthetic Ergonom-X stock is designed around shooting comfort and repeatable positioning. A removable cheek piece helps establish proper eye alignment with a mounted optic, while the removable, more vertically oriented checkered polymer grip provides a controlled hand position for prone, bench, and supported field shooting.

The broad beavertail-style forend is particularly useful when shooting from a bipod, pack, shooting bag, rock, or other improvised field rest. Integrated recessed attachment points provide additional options for sling and bipod use without unnecessarily adding bulk to the stock.

TSA Recoil Pad

Franchi equips the Momentum Varmint Elite with its TSA recoil pad system, which the manufacturer states can reduce felt recoil by up to 50 percent. On a .308 Winchester rifle intended for extended shooting sessions, the recoil pad can make the rifle more comfortable during both practice and field use.

Optics-Ready Configuration

A factory-installed one-piece Picatinny rail provides a straightforward mounting surface for a riflescope or other compatible optic. Combined with the adjustable cheek piece and 60-degree bolt throw, the system is designed to accommodate the optic-heavy setups commonly used for varmint and longer-range hunting.

Key Features

• .308 Winchester bolt-action rifle
• 24-inch heavy-contour, spiral-fluted, free-floating barrel
• 1:11 right-hand barrel twist
• 5/8x24 threaded muzzle
• Factory radial muzzle brake
• Franchi 1-MOA accuracy guarantee with qualifying premium factory ammunition
• Adjustable single-stage Relia Trigger with approximately 2-4 lb. adjustment range
• Three-lug Dependa Bolt with short 60-degree throw
• Spiral-fluted, hardened chrome bolt
• Removable box magazine system
• Extended 8-round magazine configuration
• One-piece Picatinny optics rail
• Removable cheek piece
• Removable checkered polymer grip
• Broad beavertail-style forend for supported shooting
• Integrated QD sling and bipod mounting points
• Franchi TSA recoil pad
• TrueTimber Prairie camouflage synthetic stock
• Midnight Bronze Cerakote finish

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Franchi
• Model: Momentum Varmint Elite
• MPN: 41714
• UPC: 650350417142
• Caliber: .308 Winchester
• Action: Bolt Action
• Barrel Length: 24"
• Barrel Profile: Heavy Contour, Spiral Fluted, Free-Floating
• Twist Rate: 1:11 RH
• Muzzle Thread: 5/8x24
• Muzzle Device: Radial Muzzle Brake
• Trigger: Relia Single-Stage, Adjustable 2-4 lbs.
• Bolt: Dependa Bolt, Three Locking Lugs, 60-Degree Throw
• Magazine: Removable Box Magazine
• Extended Magazine Capacity: 8 Rounds
• Optics Mount: One-Piece Picatinny Rail
• Stock: Synthetic Ergonom-X with Removable Cheek Piece and Grip
• Stock Finish: TrueTimber Prairie
• Barreled Action Finish: Midnight Bronze Cerakote
• Overall Length: 46.75"
• Weight: Approximately 9 lbs.
• Handedness: Right Hand

Who Is the Momentum Varmint Elite .308 For?

The Momentum Varmint Elite is designed for shooters who place a higher priority on stability, adjustability, and precision than minimum rifle weight. The heavy free-floating barrel, adjustable trigger, customizable cheek position, vertical-style grip, Picatinny rail, and supported-shooting-friendly forend make this configuration particularly appropriate for predator hunting, varmint shooting, range work, and hunting situations where shots may be taken from a bipod or other stable rest.

Chambered in .308 Winchester, the 41714 also gives the platform broader hunting utility than a dedicated small-caliber varmint rifle. The result is a precision-oriented bolt-action rifle that combines Franchi's Momentum ergonomics with the barrel, trigger, stock, and optics-mounting features needed for deliberate shooting at distance.

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