The Benelli LUPO: A Revolution in Bolt-Action Rifle Design

The Benelli LUPO represents a pivotal advancement in bolt-action rifle design, marking Benelli's triumphant entry into this competitive segment with a firearm meticulously engineered for superior performance. Deriving its name from the Italian word for wolf, the LUPO embodies a predatory precision and an unwavering pursuit of excellence, destined to command the terrestrial landscape just as Benelli's renowned Super Black Eagle dominates the skies for waterfowl hunters.

For discerning hunters and precision shooters who demand sub-MOA accuracy right out of the box, coupled with unparalleled ergonomic comfort, the Benelli LUPO in 6.5 Creedmoor is an unequivocal answer. This rifle isn't just an evolution; it's a revolution in chassis-style hunting rifles, solving the common dilemma of balancing pinpoint precision with shooter comfort and adaptability. Whether you're a seasoned big-game hunter seeking to extend your ethical range, a competitive shooter aiming for tighter groups, or an enthusiast simply wanting the finest blend of modern technology and reliable performance, the LUPO is designed to meet and exceed these expectations.

Why the Benelli LUPO Stands Out: A Hunter's and Shooter's Companion

In the realm of modern sporting firearms, the question often arises: "What is the best bolt-action rifle for achieving consistent sub-MOA accuracy without sacrificing comfort or adaptability?" The Benelli LUPO provides a compelling response. Its design philosophy centers around delivering predictable, repeatable accuracy through a rigid, modular chassis, while simultaneously revolutionizing the shooting experience with its innovative Progressive Comfort stock system. This rifle is engineered to address the very real-world challenges faced by shooters – from mitigating felt recoil during long sessions to ensuring perfect eye alignment for rapid target acquisition.

Unpacking the Benelli LUPO's Advanced Engineering

• Sub-MOA Accuracy Guarantee: Every Benelli LUPO rifle is rigorously tested and guaranteed to deliver sub-MOA (Minute of Angle) accuracy with quality ammunition. This isn't merely a claim; it's a testament to the precision of its components, particularly the Crio-treated, free-floating barrel. The cryogenic treatment process enhances the barrel's molecular structure, minimizing internal stress and improving its harmonics, which translates directly into superior shot consistency and tighter groups. Paired with the robust aluminum chassis, which ensures the barreled action is bedded perfectly, stability is maximized, virtually eliminating any external influences on barrel vibration. This is what enables shooters to confidently take precise shots, whether on game or on paper.
• Revolutionary Ergonomics: The Progressive Comfort Stock System: One of the most significant innovations of the LUPO is its proprietary Progressive Comfort stock. This system employs strategically placed, interlocking shock-absorbing buffers within the stock, which progressively collapse under recoil. The result is a dramatic reduction in felt recoil, making even magnum calibers feel manageable and allowing for faster follow-up shots with less fatigue.
  • Combtech Cheek Pad: Complementing the stock is the Combtech cheek pad. Made from a soft, anti-recoil material, the Combtech pad significantly dampens vibrations transmitted to the shooter's face, enhancing comfort and reducing "cheek slap" often associated with powerful cartridges. This thoughtful addition ensures that maintaining a consistent cheek weld is comfortable, shot after shot, which is critical for accuracy.
  • Unprecedented Adjustability: The LUPO is built with the shooter in mind, offering unparalleled adjustability to achieve a custom fit. This includes a modular buttstock that allows for the fine-tuning of the Length of Pull (LOP) using included spacers, and an innovative trigger reach spacer that enables shooters to adjust the distance to the trigger for optimal finger placement. This adaptability ensures that the rifle fits a wide range of body types and shooting styles, promoting natural pointability and reducing shooter error.
• The Chassis-Style Foundation: Unlike traditional rifle stocks, the Benelli LUPO features a robust, rigid aluminum chassis that cradles the barreled action. This chassis design provides a stable, unyielding platform for the rifle's core components, ensuring consistent alignment and minimizing flex. The result is improved accuracy and enhanced durability, particularly beneficial in demanding field conditions where reliability is paramount. This modern approach to rifle architecture ensures that the LUPO performs consistently, regardless of environmental factors.
• The Heart of the Rifle: Adjustable Trigger & Smooth Action: The LUPO's trigger is a crisp, two-stage adjustable unit, allowing shooters to fine-tune the pull weight from 2.2 lbs to 4.4 lbs. This customizability is crucial for precision shooting, enabling a clean, predictable break that minimizes shooter-induced movement. The bolt itself features a 3-lug system for a fast 60-degree throw, ensuring rapid cycling and ample scope clearance. Its nickel-plated treatment ensures exceptionally smooth operation, even in adverse conditions, providing reliability when it matters most.
• The Versatility of 6.5 Creedmoor: The choice of 6.5 Creedmoor for this particular Benelli LUPO (UPC 650350119039) is highly strategic. This modern cartridge has rapidly gained popularity for its exceptional ballistic efficiency, low recoil, and excellent performance at extended ranges. Its high ballistic coefficient (BC) bullets maintain energy and resist wind drift effectively, making it an outstanding choice for deer, elk, and other medium to large game, as well as for precision target shooting competitions. The 1:8" barrel twist rate is optimized for stabilizing a wide range of popular 6.5 Creedmoor bullet weights, ensuring optimal accuracy with various ammunition types.

Key Features and What They Mean for You

• Barrel: A 24-inch, threaded Crio-treated barrel (5/8 x 24 threads) ensures superior accuracy and allows for the easy attachment of muzzle brakes or suppressors. The 1:8" twist rate perfectly stabilizes common 6.5 Creedmoor bullet weights for optimal precision.
• Receiver Finish: A durable matte, blued finish provides excellent corrosion resistance and a non-reflective surface, ideal for hunting environments.
• Trigger: Fully adjustable trigger pull from 2.2 lbs to 4.4 lbs, allowing for a personalized and crisp break that enhances accuracy.
• Stock: The revolutionary Progressive Comfort black synthetic stock system significantly reduces felt recoil and improves shooting comfort.
• Cheek Pad: The Combtech cheek pad minimizes facial vibration, ensuring comfortable and consistent eye alignment with your optics.
• Magazine Capacity: A 5-round detachable box magazine offers quick and easy reloading, providing ample capacity for hunting or range use.
• Overall Length: At 46.225 inches, the rifle balances maneuverability in the field with sufficient barrel length for ballistic performance.
• Avg. Weight: Weighing in at a manageable 7.1 lbs (unloaded), the LUPO is light enough for extended carry during hunts but substantial enough to mitigate recoil and aid in stable shooting.
• Included Accessories: Comes complete with stock spacers for LOP adjustment, a trigger reach spacer for ergonomic customization, and a 2-piece Picatinny rail for easy optic mounting, meaning it's ready for your chosen scope right out of the box.

Real-World Applications: Where the Benelli LUPO Excels

• Big Game Hunting: The 6.5 Creedmoor chambering, combined with the rifle's inherent accuracy and comfortable shooting dynamics, makes the LUPO an ideal choice for hunting deer, elk, pronghorn, and other medium to large game species, particularly where longer shots might be encountered.
• Long-Range Target Shooting: Its sub-MOA guarantee, Crio barrel, and adjustable trigger system make it a formidable contender for precision shooting at extended distances, allowing enthusiasts to push their limits on the range.
• Precision Competitions: Shooters looking for a high-performance, factory-built rifle that can hold its own in various precision rifle disciplines will find the LUPO's features highly beneficial.
• General Purpose Shooting: For anyone seeking a versatile, reliable, and exceptionally accurate bolt-action rifle that can handle a variety of shooting scenarios with ease and comfort.

Answering Common Questions About the Benelli LUPO

• "How accurate is the Benelli LUPO?" The Benelli LUPO is guaranteed to achieve sub-MOA accuracy at 100 yards with quality ammunition, meaning it is capable of producing groups smaller than 1 inch. This level of precision is typically found in custom-built rifles, making the LUPO an outstanding value.
• "Is the Benelli LUPO comfortable to shoot, especially in 6.5 Creedmoor?" Absolutely. The revolutionary Progressive Comfort recoil reduction system significantly tames felt recoil, while the Combtech cheek pad absorbs vibrations, ensuring a remarkably comfortable shooting experience even during extended range sessions or with the relatively light recoil of the 6.5 Creedmoor.
• "Can I customize the Benelli LUPO to fit me?" Yes, extensive modularity is a hallmark of the LUPO. It includes multiple stock spacers for adjusting the Length of Pull (LOP) and a trigger reach spacer, allowing you to tailor the rifle's fit precisely to your body type and shooting posture for optimal comfort and control. The included Picatinny rail also allows for easy optic mounting.
• "What type of hunting is the Benelli LUPO in 6.5 Creedmoor suitable for?" The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge is incredibly versatile, making the LUPO an excellent choice for a wide range of North American and international medium to large game, including deer, elk, moose, caribou, and black bear. Its flat trajectory and energy retention also make it ideal for open-country hunting.
• "What kind of ammunition works best with the 6.5 Creedmoor Benelli LUPO?" Due to the 1:8" barrel twist rate, the Benelli LUPO in 6.5 Creedmoor is optimized for a broad spectrum of bullet weights commonly available for this caliber, typically ranging from 120-grain to 147-grain. Experimenting with various quality match-grade or hunting-specific ammunition types is recommended to find the load that your rifle prefers for the best possible accuracy.

The Benelli LUPO is more than just a rifle; it's a precision instrument designed to elevate your shooting experience. Its blend of sub-MOA accuracy, groundbreaking ergonomics, and robust chassis construction positions it as a top-tier choice for serious hunters and shooters alike, offering a level of performance and comfort rarely seen in a production firearm. Available through trusted dealers like DEGuns, the Benelli LUPO is ready to redefine your expectations of a modern bolt-action rifle.

Feature	Description	Value
Caliber	Optimal for hunting & long-range shooting	6.5 Creedmoor
Barrel	Precision Crio-treated & threaded	24" Threaded Crio Barrel
Threads	Standard for muzzle devices	5/8 x 24 Threads
Barrel Twist	Ideal for various bullet weights	1:8"
Receiver Finish	Durable & non-reflective	Matte, Blued
Trigger	Customizable for crisp break	Adjustable 2.2-4.4 lbs
Stock System	Revolutionary recoil reduction	Progressive Comfort
Stock Finish	Robust and practical	Black Synthetic
Cheek Pad	Enhances comfort & eye alignment	Combtech
Magazine Capacity	Ample for hunting/range	5 Rounds
Overall Length	Balanced for maneuverability & performance	46.225"
Average Weight	Manageable for carry, aids stability	7.1 lbs
UPC	Unique Product Identifier	650350119039
Included Items	Customization & immediate use	Stock Spacers, Trigger Reach Spacer, 2-Piece Picatinny Rail