The Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range McMillan is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5mm Creedmoor with a 26-inch heavy sporter contour barrel. The stock is a McMillan Game Scout in A-TACS AU camo with textured grip panels, and the barrel wears a Cerakote Burnt Bronze exterior. The rifle holds 4 rounds and weighs 7.7 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: X-Bolt HC LR 
• Caliber: 6.5MM Creedmoor 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 4 Rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Weight: 7.7 lbs. 
• Finish: Camo 
   

Features 

The 26-inch barrel in a heavy sporter contour is the core of this rifle's long-range capability. The longer tube gives the 6.5 Creedmoor more velocity, and the heavier profile reduces harmonic movement under heat. Browning's Feather Trigger is adjustable for pull weight, and the chamber is polished to improve extraction and consistency. 
 
The McMillan Game Scout stock is a fiberglass composite that holds its geometry in temperature swings and moisture. The top tang safety sits naturally under the thumb. The Cerakote Burnt Bronze on the barrel and action protects against corrosion without requiring special maintenance. 
 

Usage 

This configuration is aimed at long-range hunting — open-country mule deer, pronghorn, and elk at distance where 6.5 Creedmoor's ballistic coefficient and wind resistance matter. At 7.7 lbs it's practical to carry into the field, though the 26-inch barrel makes it less convenient in tight terrain. Precision match shooting is also a reasonable application given the barrel contour and trigger adjustability.

The Browning X-Bolt HC LR in 6.5 Creedmoor draws consistently positive feedback, particularly from hunters and long-range shooters who have run it in the field.

Accuracy gets the most consistent praise. The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge in a 26-inch barrel is already a capable long-range combination, and owners report the X-Bolt's barrel and trigger deliver tight groups at 300-500 yards without significant work. Several buyers note shooting sub-MOA factory loads from the bench during initial zero sessions.

Build quality comes up frequently. The McMillan stock is a notable differentiator — it's a serious fiberglass chassis rather than a factory injection-molded piece, and owners recognize the difference in feel and rigidity. The Cerakote finish holds up through wet hunting conditions.

Ergonomics get positive marks from most shooters. The stock fits a wide range of builds and the comb height works well with most scope heights for prone or bench use.

Weight is occasionally mentioned as a consideration. At 7.7 lbs before optics, it is on the moderate-to-heavy side for a walking rifle but acceptable for most hunting applications.

Recoil with 6.5 Creedmoor is described as mild and manageable, which many owners list as a practical advantage for extended range sessions or for shooters who want to observe their own impacts.

Price is the main friction in buyer discussions. This rifle sits at the upper end of the production bolt-gun market, and the McMillan stock is the primary justification. Most buyers who choose it conclude the stock and barrel quality are worth the premium; others land on comparable platforms at lower price points.