Unlock Unrivaled Precision: The Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range

For the dedicated long-range shooter, every shot counts. Whether you're a seasoned competitor aiming for the smallest groups on paper, an ethical hunter seeking to extend your effective range, or simply an enthusiast who lives for the satisfying clang of lead hitting steel at distances exceeding a thousand yards, your rifle is your most critical tool. If you’re searching for a firearm engineered to deliver consistent, repeatable accuracy in challenging conditions, then the Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range in 6.5 Creedmoor is designed specifically for your ambitions. Available at DEGuns, this rifle represents the pinnacle of long-range performance, blending innovative design with legendary Browning reliability.

What makes a rifle truly excel at extreme distances? It's a combination of meticulous engineering, premium materials, and thoughtful ergonomics. The Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range is not just a firearm; it's a precision instrument built to push the boundaries of your shooting capabilities, ensuring you have the confidence to take that crucial shot, every time.

The Foundation of Accuracy: Heavy Fluted Sporter Barrel

At the core of this rifle's long-range prowess is its free-floating, fluted, heavy barrel with a sporter contour and a target crown. Why are these features so vital for precision shooting?

• Free-Floating Design: This crucial design element ensures that the barrel does not touch the stock along its length. This eliminates any potential pressure points that could otherwise induce harmonics or vibrations, negatively impacting barrel consistency and, ultimately, shot accuracy. A truly free-floating barrel allows the barrel to vibrate uniformly with each shot, leading to tighter groups.
• Heavy Barrel Profile: A heavier barrel adds rigidity, which is essential for minimizing barrel whip and heat distortion during extended firing sessions. As a barrel heats up from successive shots, it can expand and flex. A heavier profile resists these changes more effectively, maintaining consistent point of impact.
• Fluting for Performance: The fluting on the barrel serves multiple purposes. Firstly, it significantly reduces the overall weight of the rifle without sacrificing the barrel's stiffness. This is a critical advantage for a long-range rifle, making it more manageable for transport or extended periods in the field. Secondly, the increased surface area provided by the flutes enhances heat dissipation, allowing the barrel to cool more rapidly between shots. This prevents heat buildup, which can cause accuracy degradation and premature barrel wear. Lastly, the fluting adds an appealing aesthetic touch to the rifle.
• Sporter Contour: While a "heavy" barrel, its sporter contour ensures a balance between sufficient weight for stability and a profile that remains practical for hunting or dynamic shooting scenarios. It’s a versatile design that doesn't feel overly cumbersome.
• Target Crown: The target crown is a precision-machined recess at the very end of the barrel's muzzle. This protects the delicate rifling from damage, which could otherwise compromise projectile flight and accuracy. A perfectly concentric target crown ensures that gases exit the barrel uniformly around the bullet, preventing any yaw or instability as the bullet leaves the muzzle.
• Suppressor-Ready Muzzle Brake: The rifle comes equipped with a suppressor-ready muzzle brake, complete with a thread protector. This feature offers immediate benefits:
  • Recoil Reduction: The muzzle brake redirects propellant gases to counteract rearward recoil, significantly taming the kick of the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge. This allows for faster follow-up shots, improved shooter comfort, and reduced fatigue during long practice sessions.
  • Muzzle Rise Mitigation: By directing gases upwards, the brake also helps to minimize muzzle rise, allowing the shooter to maintain sight picture and spot impacts more easily, even at extreme ranges.
  • Suppressor Compatibility: The threaded muzzle (standard pitch for 6.5 Creedmoor) means you can easily attach a compatible sound suppressor, reducing noise pollution and recoil even further, an excellent feature for both range and field use where sound reduction is desired or required.

The X-Bolt Action: Engineered for Reliability and Speed

Browning's X-Bolt action is renowned for its smooth operation, robust construction, and innovative features that enhance both safety and performance.

• Short-Throw Bolt with 60-Degree Bolt Lift: This design is a favorite among precision shooters. A 60-degree bolt lift means the bolt handle only needs to be lifted 60 degrees to cycle the action, as opposed to the traditional 90 degrees found on many other bolt actions. This allows for faster, smoother cycling and provides ample clearance for large objective rifle scopes, preventing the bolt handle from interfering with the scope’s ocular bell. This translates to quicker follow-up shots and an unhindered shooting experience.
• Bolt Unlock Button: This clever feature allows the shooter to cycle the action and unload the chamber while the rifle's tang safety remains engaged. This adds a crucial layer of safety during handling or when checking the chamber, ensuring the rifle cannot accidentally discharge while the bolt is being manipulated.
• Adjustable Feather Trigger: The Browning Feather Trigger is a masterclass in trigger design, providing a crisp, clean break with virtually no creep or overtravel. Crucially, it is user-adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the pull weight to your exact preference. A lighter, more predictable trigger pull significantly contributes to accuracy by minimizing shooter-induced movement during the critical moment of firing. This precision trigger is often likened to the "gold standard" for factory triggers, contributing directly to sub-MOA capabilities.
• Detachable Rotary Magazine with Inline Cartridge Feed: The X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range utilizes a unique detachable rotary magazine. This design feeds cartridges straight into the chamber, virtually eliminating feeding issues and ensuring reliable cycling. The compact, four-round capacity (4+1 total) is ample for most long-range applications, whether hunting or target shooting, and the rotary design keeps the magazine flush with the stock, maintaining a sleek profile.

Ergonomics and Durability: The McMillan Game Scout Stock

The interface between the shooter and the rifle is critical for consistent performance, and the McMillan Game Scout stock on this model exemplifies this principle.

• McMillan Game Scout Stock: McMillan stocks are synonymous with rigidity, durability, and ergonomic excellence in the precision shooting world. This stock, crafted from high-quality synthetic materials, provides an incredibly stable platform for the action and barrel, minimizing flex and vibration that could impair accuracy.
• Vertical Pistol Grip and High Comb: The "Game Scout" profile features a more vertical pistol grip, which promotes a natural and relaxed wrist angle, reducing muscle fatigue during extended shooting sessions. This grip design is favored by precision shooters as it allows for better trigger finger placement and control. The high comb provides consistent cheek weld, ensuring proper eye alignment with your optic, shot after shot. This consistency is paramount for long-range accuracy.
• A-TACS AU (Arid/Urban) Camouflage: The stock is finished in A-TACS AU camouflage, a highly effective pattern designed to blend seamlessly into various arid and urban environments. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this camouflage offers practical benefits for hunters or tactical shooters, aiding in concealment.
• DuraTouch Armor Coating: Applied over the camouflage, Browning's DuraTouch Armor Coating provides a superior, non-slip grip and feel, even in wet or cold conditions. This soft-touch coating enhances control and comfort, ensuring the rifle stays firmly in your grasp when it matters most.
• Inflex Recoil Pad: The Inflex Technology Recoil Pad is designed to absorb and direct recoil energy away from your cheek and shoulder. Its proprietary design significantly reduces felt recoil, making the powerful 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge surprisingly comfortable to shoot, even during high-volume practice. This advanced recoil pad contributes to reduced shooter fatigue and allows for faster target re-acquisition after each shot.

The Cartridge of Choice: 6.5 Creedmoor

The selection of the 6.5 Creedmoor chambering for this long-range rifle is no accident. It has rapidly become one of the most popular and respected cartridges for precision shooting and ethical long-range hunting for several compelling reasons:

• Exceptional Ballistics: The 6.5 Creedmoor excels with high ballistic coefficient (BC) bullets, meaning they are very aerodynamic and resist wind drift and retain energy exceptionally well over long distances. This translates to flatter trajectories and less wind compensation needed, simplifying long-range calculations.
• Manageable Recoil: Despite its impressive long-range performance, the 6.5 Creedmoor generates relatively mild recoil, especially when paired with the rifle's muzzle brake and Inflex recoil pad. This makes it an enjoyable cartridge to shoot for extended periods without fatigue, fostering better shooting habits and consistency.
• Versatility: While a long-range king, the 6.5 Creedmoor is also an excellent choice for hunting medium-sized game like deer, pronghorn, and even elk within reasonable ethical distances. Its energy retention ensures clean, humane kills.
• Optimized Twist Rate: The 1:8" twist rate of the barrel is perfectly optimized to stabilize a wide range of popular 6.5mm bullet weights, including the heavier, high-BC projectiles preferred for long-range precision.

Unwavering Protection: Cerakote Burnt Bronze Metal Finish

The metal components of the Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range are finished with Cerakote in a distinctive Burnt Bronze color. Cerakote is an advanced ceramic-based coating known for its exceptional properties:

• Superior Corrosion Resistance: This finish provides an incredibly durable barrier against rust, moisture, and corrosive elements, making the rifle ideal for use in all weather conditions and harsh environments.
• Enhanced Abrasion Resistance: Cerakote is highly resistant to scratches, chips, and wear, ensuring your rifle maintains its pristine appearance even after rigorous use in the field or at the range.
• Non-Reflective Surface: The matte Burnt Bronze finish is non-reflective, reducing glare and making the rifle less conspicuous, a benefit for hunters or tactical users.

Why Choose the Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range from DEGuns?

If you're asking, "What's the best rifle for precision long-range shooting that combines advanced features with rugged reliability?" or "How can I improve my consistency at 1000 yards and beyond?", the answer often points directly to this Browning masterpiece.

• Precision Redefined: From the heavy, fluted barrel to the crisp Feather Trigger, every component is geared towards achieving sub-MOA accuracy. This rifle is designed to hit small targets at extreme ranges, repeatedly.
• All-Weather Performance: The Cerakote finish and synthetic McMillan stock ensure the rifle stands up to the toughest conditions, maintaining its performance regardless of rain, snow, or extreme temperatures.
• Shooter Comfort: The combination of the Inflex Recoil Pad, muzzle brake, and ergonomic stock dramatically reduces felt recoil and improves shooting comfort, allowing you to focus on fundamentals and extend your range sessions.
• Built for Purpose: This rifle isn't just a general-purpose hunting rifle; it's a specialized tool for the discerning long-range shooter, ready out of the box to take on challenging shots.
• Unmatched Value: For the features and performance offered, the Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range represents an outstanding investment for any serious precision shooter or hunter.

This rifle is more than just a collection of specifications; it's a testament to Browning's commitment to excellence, providing shooters with the tools they need to achieve their long-range aspirations. Whether you're dialing in your precision loads, preparing for a long-range match, or gearing up for an ethical long-distance hunt, the Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range is your dependable partner for unwavering accuracy. Discover the difference at DEGuns.

Product Specifications Overview

Feature	Description	Detail
Action Type	Bolt Action	Smooth, short-throw 60-degree lift
Caliber	6.5 Creedmoor	Ideal for long-range precision
Barrel Length	26 inches	Optimized for velocity and stability
Capacity	4+1 Rounds	Detachable rotary magazine
Trigger System	Adjustable Feather Trigger	Crisp, clean, user-adjustable break
Safety Mechanism	Top Tang Safety	Easy access, includes bolt unlock button
Overall Length	46 inches	Balanced for long-range applications
Weight	7.7 lbs	Optimized for portability without sacrificing stability
Stock Material/Finish	Synthetic A-TACS AU	McMillan Game Scout with DuraTouch
Metal Finish	Burnt Bronze Cerakote	Superior corrosion and wear resistance
Barrel Twist Rate	1:8" Right-Hand	Optimized for 6.5 Creedmoor bullet stabilization
Barrel Type	Heavy Fluted Sporter	Free-floating, target crown, suppressor-ready
Receiver Material	Steel	Drilled and tapped for optics
Sights	None	Designed for scope mounting
UPC	023614442073	Browning X-Bolt Hell's Canyon Speed Long Range 6.5 Creedmoor