Weatherby's Vanguard rifles are guaranteed to shoot a 3-shot group of .99" or less at 100 yards (SUB-MOA) from a cold barrel when used with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition. Vanguard rifles are equipped with a match quality, two-stage trigger (adjustable down to 2.5 lbs.) and a 3-position safety, with the middle position allowing the shooter to work the action while safety is still engaged. The Vanguard action incorporates a one-piece machined bolt body, fluted for reduction in weight and bearing surface area, while eliminating binding for smooth action. Three gas ports allow high-pressure gases to escape laterally in the event of an accidental case rupture, and the massive M-16-style extractor ensures reliable and positive extraction. Vanguard rifles have a one-piece machined receiver featuring an integral recoil lug for the utmost in strength and structural integrity, along with a one-piece trigger guard with a hinged floorplate for easy access to unfired cartridges in the magazine. The Vanguard Accuguard model is designed for long range performance. The hand-laminated, raised comb Monte Carlo, composite stock has a full-length aluminum bedding block, matte gel coat finish, and spiderweb accents. The The 410 series stainless steel metalwork has a bead blasted matte finish, including the free-floated, fluted, cold hammer-forged barrel. This model has a 26" free-floated, cold hammer-forged barrel with a #2 contour.
Brand Weatherby
Category Rifles
Caliber 6.5 PRC
Model Vanguard
Series S2
Stock Finish Black w / Gray Webbing
Action Bolt
Sights None
Capacity 3+1
Muzzle Recessed Target Crown
Hand Right
Length of Pull 13.50"
Oal 46.50"
Receiver Finish Matte Blued
Receiver Material Steel
Safety Three Position
Stock Description Fixed Monte Carlo Griptonite
Stock Finish Group Black
Stock Material Synthetic
Trigger Adjustable Two-Stage Match
Twist 1:8"
Weight 8 lbs
Barrel Description #2 Contour
Barrel Finish Matte Blued
Barrel Length 26"
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
The 6.5 Precision Rifle Cartridge (PRC) is one of the newest cartridges from a major manufacturer, introduced by Hornady in 2017. Based on Hornady's .375 Ruger/Ruger Compact Magnum unbelted case, the 6.5 PRC requires a .532-inch bolt face, same as standard belted magnums. With a 2.030-inch case it can be housed in short bolt actions, and case length allows use of long-for-caliber 6.5mm bullets. Obviously it trades on the success of the 6.5mm Creedmoor, and also on the renewed interest in the ranging abilities of the 6.5mm (.264-inch) bullet diameter. Interestingly, ballistics are similar to the old .264 Win Mag introduced back in 1958 with a 140-grain bullet at almost 3000 fps It is thus faster than the Creedmoor and .260 Rem, but much slower than new super-fast 6.5mms like the 26 Nosler and 6.5-300 Weatherby Mag With its modern case design it is seems almost certain to find favor with the growing number of long-range shooters!
Utilizing moderate powder charges that result in repeata — Craig Boddington
