The Bergara Premier Series MG Micro Lite is a bolt-action rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor, built around keeping weight down without cutting into accuracy. At 5.90 lbs with an 18" carbon fiber barrel and a 37" overall length, it's one of the lighter options in this caliber class. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Bergara 
• Model: MG Micro Lite 
• Type: Bolt Action Rifle 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Barrel Length: 18 inches 
• Overall Length: 37 inches 
• Weight: 5.90 lbs 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds (includes one AICS magazine) 
• Trigger Type: Standard TriggerTech Trigger 
• Stock Type: Adjustable XLR Atom Stock 
• Finish Color: Graphite Black Cerakote 
• Barrel Twist Rate: 1 in 8 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

The No. 6 C6 Carbon Fiber Barrel is the main reason this rifle stays under 6 lbs. Carbon fiber cuts mass without the accuracy penalty of a very light contour steel barrel. The TriggerTech trigger has a clean, consistent break, which matters at the distances 6.5 Creedmoor is typically used. The XLR Atom stock adjusts for length of pull and cheek height, letting different shooters dial in a proper fit. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. 
 

Target Audience 

This rifle fits hunters who carry their gun more than they shoot it (mountain hunts, long-day backcountry trips), and competitive shooters who want a light package for events where they move between stages. The 6.5 Creedmoor caliber and 18" barrel combination trades some muzzle velocity against a more packable overall length. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Long-range hunting: The weight and caliber are a practical match for stalking game at distance. 
• Competitive Shooting: Light enough not to wear you out, accurate enough to stay competitive. 
• Tactical applications: The adjustable stock and clean trigger action adapt to different shooting positions.

The Bergara Premier MG Micro Lite in 6.5 Creedmoor gets consistent praise for its weight and accuracy combination. Buyers who carry their rifle all day, hunters especially, come back noting that sub-6-pound bolt guns in this caliber are genuinely rare, and this one still shoots well out of the box. Build quality and Bergara's attention to fit and finish draw positive comments, and the smooth bolt action gets mentioned as a practical plus during extended use.

On the critical side, the price point is the most common friction point. Most buyers accept it as reasonable for the category, but a few feel it's high compared to other options. Availability and some feature requests come up occasionally as well.

Overall the feedback is strongly favorable, and most owners recommend it for anyone wanting a serious 6.5 Creedmoor bolt gun that won't wear them out in the field.

The light weight makes this a particularly handy rifle for carrying through mountain country. I have used mine in the Smokies, and it has also proven durable enough to handle an accidental tumble without becoming a concern. The gentler recoil of 6.5 Creedmoor is another part I appreciate, along with being able to find the caliber more readily than some of the less common alternatives.