The Browning X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR SPR is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with an 18-inch heavy sporter threaded barrel. The receiver is matte black steel, drilled and tapped, and it pairs with a Flat Dark Earth adjustable synthetic stock. Capacity is 4+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Browning 
• Model: X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR SPR 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 
• Barrel Length: 18 in 
• Color/Finish: Flat Dark Earth / Matte Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• 18-inch heavy sporter profile barrel with threaded muzzle 
• Matte black steel receiver, drilled and tapped for optic mounting 
• Flat Dark Earth adjustable synthetic stock 
• 4+1 round capacity 
• Compact overall length for a .308 Win bolt gun

Owners of the X-Bolt 2 Special Max LR SPR in .308 Win comment on the compact feel the 18-inch barrel creates. For a full-power rifle cartridge in a bolt gun, the shorter barrel is a genuine trade-off that owners debate: some value the handy size, while others note a meaningful velocity difference compared to longer-barreled .308 Win rifles.

The FDE stock and matte black metalwork combination draws positive remarks for its appearance in the field. The threaded barrel is consistently called out as a practical feature. The adjustable stock is appreciated by those who take time to fit it, though initial out-of-box adjustments can feel stiff.

At this price tier, buyers see the X-Bolt 2 as a capable mid-range bolt gun. The 4+1 capacity is standard for the platform. Some owners report wanting more from the trigger without modification, and the matte black finish on the steel requires attention in wet conditions to prevent rust.