The Mossberg Patriot Carbine is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Winchester with a 16.25-inch threaded bull barrel. It has a 5-round capacity, matte blued barrel and receiver, a Picatinny rail receiver, and a black fixed synthetic stock. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Mossberg 
• Model: Patriot Carbine 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 
• Barrel Length: 16.25" 
• Color/Finish: Matte Blued / Black Synthetic 
   

Detailed Features 

• 16.25-inch threaded bull barrel with matte blued finish 
• Picatinny rail receiver for optic mounting 
• Black fixed synthetic stock 
• Compact carbine-length configuration in .308 Win 
• 5-round capacity

Owners of the Mossberg Patriot Carbine in .308 Win tend to highlight the compact 16.25-inch barrel as the main selling point, making the rifle easy to handle in tight spaces or from a vehicle. The threaded bull barrel and Picatinny rail are seen as practical additions that help justify the price over bare-bones alternatives.

The fixed black synthetic stock is functional but some owners note it offers no length-of-pull adjustment, which can be an issue for shooters at the extremes of the size range. The matte blued finish is generally regarded as durable, though it shows wear faster than cerakote options.

At its price point, the Patriot Carbine in .308 competes well for a hunting-oriented bolt gun. The aftermarket for Mossberg Patriot triggers and stocks is modest but growing. Most owners run the rifle largely stock and find it accurate enough for its intended use.