WEATHERBY VANGUARD COMPACT HUNTER 223 REM 22" WITH BRAKE

Weatherby Vanguard Compact Hunter .223 Rem 22" with Brake – Lightweight Precision for the Field

The Weatherby Vanguard Compact Hunter .223 Remington 22" is a versatile, lightweight bolt-action rifle designed for hunters who demand accuracy, reliability, and reduced recoil in a compact platform. Featuring a 22-inch barrel fitted with a factory muzzle brake, this rifle delivers smooth shooting performance and excellent control in the field.

Built on the proven Vanguard action, it offers Weatherby’s renowned accuracy guarantee and rugged dependability for Australian conditions.

Key Features

• Calibre: .223 Remington

• Barrel Length: 22”

• Muzzle Device: Factory Fitted Muzzle Brake

• Action: Weatherby Vanguard Bolt Action

• Stock: Compact Synthetic or Walnut (model dependent)

• Trigger: Adjustable Two-Stage Trigger

• Magazine: Internal Box Magazine

• Safety: Three-Position Safety

Compact & Lightweight Design

The Compact Hunter configuration is ideal for:

• Smaller-framed shooters

• Youth or new licence holders

• Hunters wanting a lighter carry rifle

• Fast handling in scrub or tight terrain

The shorter length of pull improves comfort and control while maintaining full ballistic performance from the 22-inch barrel.

.223 Remington – Efficient & Versatile

The .223 Rem is one of Australia’s most popular calibres for:

• Fox and feral pest control

• Small to medium game (where appropriate)

• Property and farm use

• Range and target shooting

It offers low recoil, excellent accuracy, and wide ammunition availability.

Factory Muzzle Brake Advantage

The fitted muzzle brake helps:

• Reduce felt recoil

• Minimise muzzle rise

• Improve shot-to-shot recovery

• Enhance control during extended sessions

This makes the rifle comfortable to shoot and ideal for developing confidence and precision.

Proven Vanguard Performance

The Weatherby Vanguard action is known for:

• Smooth bolt operation

• Strong dual locking lugs

• Reliable feeding and extraction

• Sub-MOA accuracy with quality ammunition

Built tough and engineered for consistency, it’s a rifle you can rely on season after season.

Why Choose the Weatherby Vanguard Compact Hunter .223?

✔ Lightweight and easy to handle
✔ Reduced recoil with factory brake
✔ Ideal for youth and smaller shooters
✔ Accurate and dependable Weatherby platform
✔ Perfect for Australian pest control applications

Available Now at Grampians Outdoors

The Weatherby Vanguard Compact Hunter .223 Rem 22" with Brake is a practical, accurate, and easy-handling rifle ready for Australian hunting conditions.

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Firearms Licence Required. All purchases subject to Australian state and federal regulations.