Browning X-Bolt Target Max
- Category
- Sniper Rifle
- Barrel
- 660 mm
- Weight, empty
- 4.45 kg
- Introduced
- 2023
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max is a precision competition rifle from one of America's most storied firearms manufacturers, designed to bring Browning's engineering heritage to the growing precision rifle and long-range shooting market. Built on the proven X-Bolt action with a 60-degree bolt throw, the Target Max features a 26-inch stainless steel bull barrel that is fluted to reduce weight and increase surface area for faster heat dissipation during extended shooting sessions. The matte-blue steel receiver pairs with the stainless barrel for a distinctive two-tone appearance. The Browning Target Deluxe trigger is factory-set at 2 pounds 6.4 ounces with an adjustable pull, providing the clean break competitive shooters demand. A 20-MOA Picatinny rail comes pre-installed for optimal scope mounting, and the 10-round detachable box magazine provides ample capacity for competition stages. The black composite stock features a vertical pistol grip and textured grip panels for a secure hold. At 9 pounds 14 ounces, the Target Max provides the heft needed for stable precision shooting from bench, prone, or barricade positions. The X-Bolt action's bolt unlock button allows the bolt to be operated with the safety engaged, a useful feature for safely unloading between competition stages.
The X-Bolt Target Max represents Browning's answer to the precision rifle boom, applying the company's century-plus legacy of firearms innovation to a market segment dominated by boutique manufacturers. Named NRA American Rifleman Gun of the Week, the Target Max proved that a major manufacturer could deliver competition-grade precision at a price point that makes long-range shooting accessible to a wider audience.
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max was introduced in 2023 as Browning's entry into the precision competition market. The Competition Heavy variant adds additional barrel mass, while the Competition Lite and Target Lite Max variants offer reduced weight. The X-Bolt platform has been Browning's flagship bolt-action rifle since 2008. MSRP is $1,730, positioning it as an accessible entry point for precision rifle competition. The rifle is manufactured by Miroku in Japan for Browning.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Browning Arms Company
- Category
- Sniper Rifle
- Country
- United States
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2023
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 660 mm
- Overall length
- 1189 mm
- Weight, empty
- 4.45 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Bolt action
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Trigger pull
- 10.7 N
- Capacity
- 10
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Steel
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Stock
- Composite
- Finish
- Matte blue receiver stainless barrel
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 820 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 3046 J
- Effective range
- 1000 m
- Maximum range
- 2200 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Stainless bull barrel
Fluted barrel
Free floating barrel
Threaded muzzle
20 moa picatinny rail
Browning target deluxe trigger
Adjustable trigger
X bolt action
60 degree bolt throw
Detachable rotary magazine
Textured grip panels
Vertical pistol grip
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 40 6.5mm Creedmoor sniper rifles | 4.45 kg | 4.48 kg | Near the median |
| Overall lengthAmong 41 6.5mm Creedmoor sniper rifles | 1189 mm | 1118 mm | Longer than about 90% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 44 6.5mm Creedmoor sniper rifles | 660 mm | 610 mm | Longer than about 90% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 44 6.5mm Creedmoor sniper rifles | 10 | 10 | Holds more rounds than about 70% |
Answers
Questions about the Browning X-Bolt Target Max
How much does the Browning X-Bolt Target Max weigh?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max weighs 4.45 kg (9.81 lb) empty.
What caliber is the Browning X-Bolt Target Max?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max is chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, and 6mm Creedmoor.
How many rounds does the Browning X-Bolt Target Max hold?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max holds 10 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Browning X-Bolt Target Max?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max is 1189 mm (46.8 in) long overall, with a 660 mm (26.0 in) barrel.
Who makes the Browning X-Bolt Target Max?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max is made by Browning Arms Company (United States).
When was the Browning X-Bolt Target Max introduced?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max was introduced in 2023.
How does the Browning X-Bolt Target Max operate?
The Browning X-Bolt Target Max uses a bolt action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
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Provenance
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Provenance
Confidence in this record
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API
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