Mossberg Patriot Combo, Bolt Action .243 Win, Centerfire, 3-9x40mm Scope

• Series/Collection: Patriot
• Action: Bolt
• Magazine Type: Drop Box
• Stock Type: Fixed Classic Style
• Trigger Type: Adjustable LBA
• Muzzle Type: Recessed Crown
• Magazine Capacity: 5+1
• Caliber/Gauge: 243 Winchester
• Twist Rate: 1:10"
• Orientation: Right
• Safety: 2-Position
• Receiver Material: Steel
• Stock Material: Synthetic
• Barrel Finish: Matte Blue
• Stock Finish: Black
• Barrel Length: 22"
• Length of Pull: 13-3/4"
• Overall Length: 42-3/4"
• Weight: 7.5 lb
• Barrel Type: Fluted

Introduced in 1955, the 243 Winchester is by far and away one of the most popular and effective cartridges ever designed. The cartridge is a 308 necked down for a 6mm (243) bullet, which can be loaded at 105 grains for bigger bodied animals like deer and elk, or down to 55 grains for a screaming 4000 fps of varmint vaporizing velocity. For coyotes and similar-sized predators I prefer the 75 grains Hornady V-Max paired with the Mossberg Patriot, which along with a lightning bolt action (LBA) trigger offers tack-driving accuracy easily out to 400 yd. It does require the right optic to make long-range shots effective, which is why my Patriot is currently topped by Swarovski's 2-16x50 Z8i riflescope. The .243 has the capability to conquer long ranges and high winds, and it's reasonably light on recoil. It's also versatile enough to tackle everything from furbearing predators to deer and elk, which is another reason I keep mine handy in the truck year round.

Features:

• Standard patriot features include - drop box magazine, recessed crowns, fluted barrels, spiral fluted bolt, patented LBA, user-adjustable trigger (2 to 7 lb), and streamlined bolt handle