The Benelli LUPO is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5mm Creedmoor, aimed at hunters and precision shooters who want meaningful adjustability without a lot of fuss. The Optifade Open Country camo finish is a practical choice for hunters who need to break up their silhouette in open terrain. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: LUPO 
• Caliber: 6.5mm Creedmoor 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 5 rounds (detachable box-type magazine) 
• Weight: 7.1 lbs. 
• Finish: Optifade Open Country (camo) 
• Overall Length: 46.625 inches 
• Twist Rate: 1 in 8 
• Threaded Barrel: Yes (5/8 x 24 threads) 
• Length of Pull Adjustable: 13.8 to 14.75 inches 
   

Features 

 
The bolt uses three large locking lugs with a 60-degree throw, which keeps the cycling motion short and smooth. Benelli's free-floating Crio barrel is a cold-hammer-forged design that also has a cryogenic treatment — it's allowed to vibrate without contact from the stock, which contributes to the rifle's known accuracy at distance. 
 
The trigger is adjustable from 2.2 to 4.4 lbs., and trigger reach spacers let shooters dial in the fit. The Combtech cheek pad absorbs recoil at the face, which matters over a long session. Length of pull adjusts from 13.8 to 14.75 inches, so the rifle can fit a range of body types without aftermarket additions. 
 
The threaded 5/8x24 muzzle allows suppressor or muzzle device attachment. The 1:8 twist handles heavier 6.5mm projectiles well. 
 

Practical Use 

 
For hunting, the 24-inch barrel and 6.5mm Creedmoor chambering are a good match for open-country shots at deer-sized game. The adjustable stock helps when shooting from field positions. At the range it works for precision target work — the adjustable trigger and free-floating barrel give you real tools to improve groups. At 7.1 lbs. it's not ultralight, but it's reasonable for a rifle with this feature set.

Benelli LUPO owners in 6.5mm Creedmoor tend to be positive overall, with build quality and accuracy cited most often as the standout qualities. The bolt cycles smoothly, and reported groupings at distance are consistently good for this category.

The Optifade camo finish gets positive marks from hunters — it's a real pattern designed for open terrain, not just a generic print.

The adjustable stock and trigger come up frequently as practical strengths. Shooters appreciate being able to tune the fit and pull weight without sending the rifle out or buying aftermarket parts.

The main recurring criticism is price. The LUPO sits at the higher end of the bolt-action market, and some buyers feel there are alternatives that get close in performance for less money. Magazine capacity and magazine availability also come up occasionally as minor frustrations depending on intended use.

Overall the LUPO has a solid reputation among buyers who prioritize fit, finish, and out-of-box accuracy and are willing to pay for it.