Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot Scope Base for Browning A-Bolt Long Action: Unleash Your Long-Range Potential

For serious shooters, the foundation of any accurate rifle system lies in its scope mounting solution. The Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot Scope Base, specifically engineered for Browning A-Bolt Long Action rifles, represents the pinnacle of lightweight, rugged, and precision-enhancing design. This isn't just a piece of metal; it's a critical component designed to unlock your rifle's full long-range capabilities, ensuring your optics remain steadfast and your shots land true, even under the most demanding conditions.

Are you a long-range enthusiast seeking to push the boundaries of your shooting? Do you own a Browning A-Bolt Long Action rifle and need a rock-solid, reliable mount that accommodates both Picatinny and Weaver rings? Are you looking to gain a competitive edge in precision shooting or ensure your hunting shots are ethically placed at extended distances? The Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot base with its integrated 20 MOA cant is precisely engineered to meet these challenges, offering a superior mounting platform that professional shooters and dedicated outdoorsmen trust.

Engineered for Excellence: Why Choose the Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot Base?

Leupold’s legacy in optical excellence extends far beyond just scopes. Their mounting solutions are crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail and commitment to performance. The BackCountry series is a testament to this, blending innovative materials with practical design to deliver an unparalleled user experience. This particular base (Leupold 171347) is a prime example, offering a blend of strength, minimal weight, and critical elevation advantage.

Unrivaled Strength and Minimal Weight: The Power of 7075-T6 Aluminum

At the core of the Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot base's exceptional performance is its construction from aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum. This isn't just any aluminum; 7075-T6 is renowned for its outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, making it an ideal material for critical firearm components. When shooters ask, "What is the best material for a durable yet lightweight scope mount?", the answer often points to alloys like 7075-T6.

• Lightweight Advantage: Weighing in at approximately 2 ounces, this base adds negligible bulk to your rifle system. This is crucial for hunters who trek miles through rugged terrain and for competitive shooters where every ounce matters for quick transitions and reduced fatigue. Lighter mounts contribute to a more balanced rifle, enhancing handling and maneuverability without compromising stability.
• Exceptional Durability: Despite its light weight, 7075-T6 aluminum offers superior tensile strength and resistance to fatigue, ensuring the base can withstand repeated recoil, harsh environmental conditions, and the inevitable bumps and scrapes of field use. Unlike steel mounts which can add unnecessary weight, this aluminum alloy provides comparable rigidity for maintaining zero, making it a favorite among those who demand absolute reliability. It resists corrosion and maintains its structural integrity through extreme temperatures, from freezing mountains to scorching deserts.

The 20 MOA Advantage: Elevate Your Long-Range Precision

One of the most significant features of this Leupold BackCountry base is its integrated 20 MOA (Minutes of Angle) slope. For anyone serious about shooting at extended distances—be it 500 yards, 1000 yards, or beyond—a 20 MOA cant is not just an option; it's a necessity.

• Understanding MOA for Long-Range: When a bullet travels over long distances, gravity causes it to drop. Your scope's internal elevation adjustment has a finite range to compensate for this drop. A standard "flat" (0 MOA) base positions your scope parallel to the bore, meaning a significant portion of your scope's internal elevation adjustment is "used up" just to zero at typical short-to-medium ranges.
• How 20 MOA Helps: A 20 MOA base subtly tilts your scope downwards towards the muzzle. This effectively "pre-loads" your scope's elevation adjustment, allowing you to utilize more of your scope's upward adjustment range to compensate for bullet drop at much longer distances.
• Practical Benefits:
  • Extended Range Capability: You gain precious MOA of elevation adjustment, enabling you to dial in for targets that were previously out of reach or required excessive holdover.
  • Optimized Optical Performance: By using less of your scope's internal adjustment to compensate for basic drop, you keep your scope's erector system closer to its optical center. This often results in clearer images, reduced chromatic aberration, and improved overall optical clarity, especially at higher magnifications.
  • Reduced Holdover: For shooters who prefer to "dial" their turrets rather than use holdovers, a 20 MOA base provides the necessary mechanical adjustment range. This simplifies complex long-range shots and improves accuracy under pressure.

When considering questions like "Do I need a 20 MOA base for my long-range rifle?" or "What's the best scope base for shooting past 600 yards?", the Leupold BackCountry 20 MOA base for Browning A-Bolt Long Action rifles consistently emerges as a top recommendation.

Versatile Compatibility: Picatinny and Weaver Friendly Cross-Slots

The Leupold BackCountry base features a cross-slot design that offers exceptional versatility, accepting both Picatinny and Weaver-style scope rings. This design addresses the common query, "Will my existing scope rings fit this base?"

• Picatinny System: The Picatinny rail (MIL-STD-1913) is an industry standard known for its precisely spaced and dimensioned slots, ensuring consistent and secure mounting of accessories. This base fully supports Picatinny rings, providing a robust, repeatable mounting solution favored by tactical and precision shooters.
• Weaver System: The Weaver system, while similar, has wider, less precisely spaced slots than Picatinny. This Leupold base's cross-slots are designed to accommodate the slight differences, allowing seamless integration with a wide variety of existing Weaver rings.
• Enhanced Security: The cross-slot design provides multiple points of contact for the scope rings, ensuring maximum clamping force and resistance to movement under recoil. This translates directly to superior zero retention, meaning your point of impact remains consistent shot after shot, critical for both hunting and competitive shooting where follow-up shots depend on unwavering accuracy.

Designed Specifically for Your Browning A-Bolt Long Action Rifle

Precision mounting requires a perfect fit between the base and the rifle receiver. This Leupold BackCountry base (UPC: 030317012038) is meticulously designed for a seamless, secure fit on Browning A-Bolt Long Action rifles. The "Long Action" designation is crucial, as rifle actions vary in length depending on the cartridge they chamber (e.g., .30-06 Springfield, .270 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum).

• Perfect Alignment: The precise machining ensures optimal alignment between the base and the rifle's receiver, creating a true and stable platform for your optics. This eliminates potential stresses on the scope tube, which can lead to tracking errors or reduced optical performance.
• Simplified Installation: The base comes as a single piece, simplifying the installation process. Included mounting hardware ensures you have everything you need for a straightforward setup directly onto your Browning A-Bolt Long Action receiver. For those asking "How do I mount a scope base on my Browning A-Bolt?", this Leupold design streamlines the process.
• Integrated Aesthetics: Finished in a durable matte black, the base seamlessly blends with most rifle finishes, maintaining the sleek, functional appearance of your Browning A-Bolt.

The Leupold Difference: Trust and Performance

Leupold has been a cornerstone of the shooting sports industry for over a century, consistently delivering products that are rugged, reliable, and optically superior. When you choose a Leupold mount, you're investing in more than just a piece of hardware; you're investing in a commitment to precision and performance that has been field-tested by generations of shooters.

• Rigorous Testing: Every Leupold product, including their scope mounts, undergoes rigorous testing in their state-of-the-art facilities. This includes impact testing, temperature cycling, and extensive recoil simulations, ensuring the base will perform flawlessly under the most extreme conditions you might encounter in the field or at the range.
• American Craftsmanship: Leupold products are designed, machined, and assembled in their Beaverton, Oregon, facility, reflecting a dedication to American manufacturing and quality control. This commitment to domestic production contributes to the consistent excellence seen across their entire product line.
• The Leupold Lifetime Guarantee: While specific to their optics, Leupold's overall philosophy of standing behind their products with unwavering support extends to their mounts. This reflects their confidence in the durability and performance of their engineering.

Real-World Applications and User Outcomes

The Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot 20 MOA Base for Browning A-Bolt Long Action is a go-to solution for a variety of shooting disciplines where precision and reliability are paramount.

• Long-Range Hunting: For hunters pursuing big game across vast landscapes, the ability to make an ethical shot at extended distances can be critical. This base provides the necessary elevation adjustment for long-range engagements while its lightweight design reduces overall rifle weight, a significant advantage during long stalks. It ensures your zero holds true, even after a tough hunt.
• Precision Rifle Series (PRS) / Long-Range Competitions: In competitive shooting, every detail matters. The 20 MOA cant allows competitors to maximize their scope's elevation for targets at varying distances, reducing the need for holdovers and simplifying adjustments under the clock. The robust 7075-T6 construction ensures unwavering stability during rapid fire and challenging barricade stages.
• Tactical and Training Applications: For tactical shooters or those engaged in professional training, a reliable scope mount is non-negotiable. The Picatinny/Weaver compatibility offers flexibility, and the base's durability ensures it can withstand the rigors of intensive training and demanding operational environments.
• Recreational Long-Range Shooting: Even for the dedicated enthusiast who simply enjoys pushing their limits at the range, this base provides the confidence that their mounting system is not the weak link in their pursuit of sub-MOA groups at distance.

Considerations for Your Setup

While the Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot base is a foundational component, selecting the right scope rings to pair with it is equally important. Ensure your chosen rings are of high quality, match your scope's tube diameter, and are specifically designed for Picatinny or Weaver compatibility. Leupold offers an extensive line of scope rings designed to perfectly complement their bases, ensuring a comprehensive, high-performance mounting solution.

Installing your scope base correctly is crucial for maximizing its performance. Always follow the manufacturer's torque specifications for the mounting screws to ensure a secure fit without over-tightening. Proper installation contributes directly to maintaining your rifle's zero and extending the life of both your base and your scope. For optimal results, consider using a high-quality thread locker on the mounting screws to prevent them from loosening due to recoil.

Achieve Unwavering Accuracy with Leupold

In the pursuit of precision, every component matters. The Leupold BackCountry Cross-Slot 20 MOA Base for Browning A-Bolt Long Action rifles provides a rock-solid, lightweight, and intelligently designed foundation for your optics. Its 7075-T6 aluminum construction offers a superior blend of strength and minimal weight, while the integrated 20 MOA slope ensures you have the necessary elevation adjustment for extreme long-range engagements. Compatible with both Picatinny and Weaver rings, this single-piece base simplifies mounting and guarantees unwavering stability for your scope.

Whether you're dialing in for a challenging long-range hunt, competing for top honors, or simply perfecting your precision at the range, the Leupold BackCountry base is an indispensable upgrade for your Browning A-Bolt Long Action rifle. This commitment to quality and performance is why shooters consistently turn to Leupold for their critical rifle accessories. Find this exceptional mount, the Leupold 171347, and other essential shooting gear to complete your setup at DEGuns.

Product Specifications and Features Overview

Feature	Specification	Detail / Benefit
Brand	Leupold	Trusted leader in optics and mounting solutions
Model	BackCountry	Lightweight, rugged series
Series	Cross-Slot Base	Versatile Picatinny/Weaver compatible design
Firearm Fit	Browning A-Bolt	Precision engineered for specific rifle model
Action	Long	Designed for Browning A-Bolt Long Action receivers
Material	7075-T6 Aluminum	Aerospace-grade for strength and minimal weight
MOA	20	Integrated cant for enhanced long-range elevation
Color	Matte Black	Non-reflective finish, blends with rifle aesthetics
Mount Type	To Receiver	Secure, direct attachment to rifle
Pieces	1	Single-piece design for strength and ease of install
Weight	2 oz	Ultra-lightweight for reduced rifle bulk
Length	6.70"	Optimized for Browning A-Bolt Long Action
Includes	Mounting Hardware	Everything needed for immediate installation
Rings Included	No	Allows selection of preferred Leupold or other rings
Firearm Type	Rifle	Specifically for precision rifle applications
UPC	030317012038	Unique Product Code for identification
MPN	171347	Manufacturer Part Number
SKU	101059	Stock Keeping Unit