The Browning X-Bolt 2 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .243 Winchester with a 22-inch sporter contour barrel. The receiver is steel with drilled and tapped holes and an X-Lock scope mount system. The stock is AA Maple with a satin finish, and the barrel has a matte blued finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: X-Bolt 2 
• Caliber: .243 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 in 
• Capacity: 4+1 
   

Detailed Features 

• 22-inch sporter contour barrel, matte blued 
• Steel receiver, drilled and tapped with X-Lock mount 
• AA Maple fixed wood stock with satin finish 
• 4-round capacity

The X-Bolt 2 in .243 Winchester draws buyers who want a hunting or varmint rifle with a traditional wood stock. The AA Maple version appeals to those who prefer the look and feel of a wood-stocked rifle over synthetic options. Owners generally praise the fit and finish of the Maple stock as a standout detail.

The X-Lock scope mount system is well-regarded for rigidity compared to standard two-piece rings, and most owners find the drilled and tapped receiver a practical feature. The trigger is considered one of the X-Bolt 2's stronger attributes, though some shooters with different hand sizes find the factory grip shape requires adjustment.

The .243 Winchester chambering is practical for dual use on varmints and deer-sized game, and owners who use it for both applications appreciate the versatility. The common criticism is that the 4-round magazine capacity feels limiting in the field for some applications. Overall reception of the X-Bolt 2 Hunter Maple is positive, with the stock aesthetics and trigger being the most frequently cited strengths.