The Weatherby Vanguard CTG (Compact Truck Gun) is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .22-250 Remington with a 20-inch barrel and a muzzle brake. It has a 4+1 capacity and is built for a compact, portable configuration. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Weatherby 
• Model: Vanguard CTG 
• Caliber: .22-250 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

• 20-inch barrel with muzzle brake 
• Compact Truck Gun (CTG) configuration 
• 4+1 magazine capacity 
• Vanguard bolt-action platform 
• Chambered in .22-250 Remington for varmint and predator use

Owners of the Weatherby Vanguard CTG in .22-250 Remington tend to use it as a vehicle gun for predator and varmint control, and the compact length gets consistent praise for fitting behind a seat or in a shorter case. The 20-inch barrel is considered a sensible compromise between portability and maintaining .22-250's velocity.

The Vanguard CTG's muzzle brake is a genuine feature for a lighter-weight compact rifle, and most owners report it meaningfully reduces felt recoil. Some note it adds noise and blast at the sides, which matters when hunting in pairs or from a blind.

The Vanguard platform's trigger is viewed as acceptable but not exceptional. A portion of owners replace it for precision varmint work, while hunters using it in field conditions tend to leave it as-is. Build quality is considered consistent for Weatherby's mid-tier line, and the CTG designation attracts buyers who want function over aesthetics.