# Weatherby Mark V Backcountry: 6.5-300 Mag Precision Bolt Rifle

**Brand:** Weatherby
**Category:** Bolt-Action Rifles
**Caliber:** 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum
- **Barrel Length:** 28"
- **Capacity:** 3 rounds
- **Finish:** McMillan Tan Cerakote
- **Weight:** 100.8 oz
- **Overall Length:** 48"
- **UPC:** 747115441501
- **SKU:** UCD9VcFkT

## Description

The Mark V Backcountry is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum, built around a carbon fiber stock and Cerakote-finished steel action. At 6.3 lb with a 28" fluted barrel, it's light enough to carry all day in the backcountry without sacrificing the rigidity needed for long-range work.

### Key Specifications
- **Series/Collection:** Mark V Backcountry
- **Action:** Bolt
- **Stock Type:** Fixed
- **Trigger Type:** TriggerTech Field
- **Muzzle Type:** Accubrake ST Muzzle Brake
- **Magazine Capacity:** 3+1 rounds
- **Caliber/Gauge:** 6.5-300 Weatherby Magnum
- **Twist Rate:** 1:8"
- **Orientation:** Right-handed
- **Receiver Material:** Steel
- **Stock Material:** Carbon Fiber
- **Barrel Finish:** McMillan Tan Cerakote
- **Receiver Finish:** McMillan Tan Cerakote
- **Stock Finish:** Green and Tan Sponge Pattern Accent
- **Barrel Length:** 28"
- **Length of Pull:** 13½"
- **Overall Length:** 48⅛"
- **Weight:** 6.3 lb
- **Drop at Heel:** 0.325"
- **Drop at Comb:** 5/8"
- **Barrel Type:** Fluted

### Features
The TriggerTech Field trigger breaks cleanly with minimal creep, which matters when you're shooting from awkward field positions. The Accubrake ST muzzle brake tames recoil from the magnum cartridge noticeably. Follow-up shots stay on target. Fluting on the barrel sheds weight and helps dissipate heat during extended strings. The McMillan Tan Cerakote on both barrel and receiver holds up well against moisture and rough handling in the field.

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

The Mark V Backcountry in 6.5-300 Mag draws a consistent crowd: hunters who want to shoot far and carry light. Most owners point to its accuracy at distance as the headline quality, with the 6.5-300 cartridge delivering flat trajectory and plenty of retained energy on big game.

The lightweight build, made possible by the carbon fiber stock, gets repeated praise from backcountry hunters covering difficult terrain. A few shooters note that the lighter weight makes the magnum recoil more felt, and less experienced shooters may want to spend time on the brake before a hunt.

Build quality gets generally positive marks: the fit, finish, and Cerakote durability are what buyers expect at this price tier. Price is the recurring caveat. It sits at the higher end, and some compare it to other precision hunting rifles that come in cheaper. That said, most owners seem to feel the weight savings and accuracy justify what they paid.

## Pricing

**2 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Buds Gun Shop | $2114.99 |
| Guns Com | $2195.99 |

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