Mark V® Hunter Bronze™ – Caliber .240 Weatherby Magnum

The Mark V® Hunter Bronze™ chambered in .240 Weatherby Magnum represents the ultimate solution for precision shooters and hunters seeking a compact, durable, and high-performance rifle platform. Built upon the legendary Mark V® action, this rifle combines the proven strength and reliability required to handle magnum cartridges with a modern stock design and a rugged, corrosion-resistant Cerakote finish engineered for harsh field conditions.

Key Features and Mechanical Advantages

• Mark V® 6-Lug Bolt Action with a 54° bolt lift: engineered for rapid cycling, enhanced safety, and compatibility with both standard and lightweight magnum calibers, ensuring smooth operation under demanding hunting scenarios.
• Deeply Fluted Steel Bolt with removable bolt knob: reduces overall bolt weight, facilitates debris clearance, and improves cycling efficiency, critical for maintaining consistent shot cadence during extended field use.
• 24-inch Threaded Barrel (1/2×28) finished in durable Burnt Bronze Cerakote: provides superior wear resistance against environmental elements and supports the attachment of suppressors or muzzle brakes without compromising barrel integrity.
• Hunter Bronze™ Polymer Stock featuring a Smoke & Burnt Bronze Speckle finish, flat fore-end design for stable shooting platforms, ambidextrous swell panels, and an integrated aluminum bedding pillar for enhanced action stability and recoil management.
• TriggerTech™ Adjustable Trigger: externally tunable with a frictionless mechanism, delivering a crisp, clean break and consistent pull weight customization to optimize shot precision and shooter confidence.
• Sub-MOA Accuracy Guarantee: verified 3-shot groups under 1 inch at 100 yards using premium Weatherby factory ammunition, underscoring the rifle’s precision engineering and load compatibility.

Technical Specifications

Ballistic and Hunting Advantages of the .240 Weatherby Magnum

The .240 Weatherby Magnum is a high-velocity 6mm cartridge renowned for its exceptional muzzle velocities exceeding 3,800 feet per second with lightweight projectiles, delivering a flat trajectory and minimal wind drift. This caliber excels in varmint hunting and medium game applications at short to moderate ranges, providing hunters with effective terminal performance on foxes, roe deer, and similar game under challenging environmental conditions. Its moderate recoil and efficient powder burn make it ideal for precision shooters prioritizing rapid follow-up shots and extended shooting sessions.

Maintenance and Operational Guidelines

1. Optics Mounting: Install a lightweight scope (3–9× magnification recommended) using rings compatible with the flat-top receiver and stock design to maintain zero and balance.
2. Trigger Adjustment: Utilize the external TriggerTech adjustment system to fine-tune trigger pull weight and travel, adapting to individual shooting preferences and ensuring consistent shot release.
3. Barrel and Thread Cleaning: Employ a fiber or coated cleaning rod to remove fouling from the bore and threaded muzzle after each shooting session, preserving accuracy and thread integrity.
4. Cerakote Finish Care: Wipe down the barrel and action with a soft cloth; avoid harsh solvents that could degrade the protective coating and compromise corrosion resistance.
5. Bolt Inspection: Regularly check the fluted bolt channels for obstructions, corrosion, or debris accumulation to ensure smooth cycling and reliable lockup.
6. Storage Recommendations: Store the rifle in a dry, padded case with light lubrication applied to metal surfaces; monitor for humidity infiltration that could affect the polymer stock and metal components.

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