The Bergara Premier MG Micro Lite is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 PRC, designed specifically for hunters and shooters who need to keep pack weight down without giving up long-range capability. At 5.90 lbs with an 18" barrel, it's genuinely light for what it does. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: MG Micro Lite 
• Caliber: 6.5 PRC 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 18 inches 
• Overall Length: 37 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 5.90 lbs 
• Finish: Graphite Black Cerakote 
• Stock Material: Aluminum (Magnesium Micro Chassis) 
• Twist Rate: 1-in-8 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

The barrel is a #6 contour carbon fiber/steel composite, which keeps weight low while maintaining the rigidity needed for consistent accuracy. The 1-in-8" twist rate handles the heavier 6.5 PRC projectiles that perform well at distance. 
 
The TriggerTech trigger has a short, clean pull with minimal creep. It's one of the better factory triggers on any production rifle in this class. The adjustable XLR Atom chassis lets shooters set stock length and cheek height independently, so the fit works across different body types and shooting positions. 
 
Graphite Black Cerakote on the metal surfaces holds up in wet and abrasive field conditions.

Owners of the Bergara Premier MG Micro Lite in 6.5 PRC (Gen 3) are generally enthusiastic, and that enthusiasm is well-founded.

The weight is the first thing most buyers mention: 5.90 lbs for a 6.5 PRC rifle with real accuracy capability is a meaningful achievement. Hunters who carry rifles in mountains or backcountry specifically seek this rifle out for that reason.

Accuracy is the second consistent positive. Bergara barrels have a solid track record, and the MG Micro Lite reportedly performs well from the box without needing a break-in period or significant load development to shoot groups worth talking about. The TriggerTech trigger gets called out regularly as a standout factory component.

Bolt smoothness comes up in nearly every first-range report. The action cycles cleanly without the gritty feel common on cheaper bolt guns.

Price is the main friction point. The MG Micro Lite sits at the higher end for production bolt-action rifles, and some buyers question whether the cost difference over a standard Bergara is justified. Recoil from the 6.5 PRC out of a 5.90 lb rifle is real. It comes up in discussions, though most owners add that a good muzzle brake or suppressor brings it to a manageable level.

Overall, the rifle draws strong recommendations from those who prioritize weight and accuracy together.