Built from the ground up for production class competition and long-range precision shooting, the Browning X-Bolt Target Max Competition Heavy 26in Bolt Action Centrefire Rifle represents Browning's most serious foray into the practical precision and target shooting market. Chambered in .308 WIN and wearing a 26 inch (66.04cm) heavy bull fluted stainless barrel, this rifle is engineered to deliver consistent, repeatable accuracy from the bench, the bipod, or any supported position on a precision rifle stage. At 5.47kg ready to go, it carries the kind of substantial weight that competition shooters actively seek out, helping to absorb recoil and anchor the platform during rapid follow-up shots. Every major system on this rifle, from the receiver to the trigger to the stock, has been rethought and upgraded specifically to meet the demands of shooters who measure success in sub-MOA groups and stage times.

Browning X-Bolt Target Max Competition Heavy 26in Bolt Action Centrefire Rifle - 10rnd Mag Key Features

• Calibre: Chambered in .308 WIN, one of the most widely supported and ballistically proven cartridges in precision and long-range target shooting in Australia.
• Action: New, beefier X-Bolt bolt action engineered for accuracy-enhancing stiffness, with a receiver up to 200% thicker than the original X-Bolt action. The full-diameter receiver design dramatically reduces flex under load for more consistent shot-to-shot performance.
• Barrel: 26 inch (66.04cm) heavy bull contour, fluted stainless steel barrel with a satin grey finish. Fluting reduces overall barrel weight and significantly increases surface area to promote faster heat dissipation during extended strings of fire.
• Twist Rate: 1:10 inch (1:25.4cm) right-hand twist, well suited to stabilising a broad range of .308 WIN projectile weights commonly used in target and long-range competition.
• Trigger: Target DLX adjustable trigger with zero creep, zero take-up, and zero overtravel, delivering a clean, glass-like break. Factory set at 2.5 lbs (1.13kg) and user-adjustable between 2 lbs (0.91kg) and 3.3 lbs (1.50kg) to suit individual preference.
• Muzzle Brake: Tunable Recoil Hawg Competition muzzle brake reduces felt recoil by up to 76%, threaded at 5/8 inch-24 SR (15.875mm) for compatibility with a wide range of aftermarket suppressors and devices.
• Picatinny Rail: Receiver is milled and pinned for a robust 20 MOA Picatinny rail, secured with four oversize 8x40 screws. The built-in 20 MOA inclination provides long-range elevation adjustment headroom when using most modern optics. A flat milled surface atop the rear receiver bridge accommodates a spirit level.
• Forearm Rail: Picatinny rail included on the underside of the forearm for direct attachment of precision rail-mounted bipods without adapters.
• ARCA/Swiss Compatibility: Factory-installed ARCA/Swiss rail mounting points are integrated into the stock for fast bag and rest adjustment on the competition stage (ARCA/Swiss rail sold separately).
• Stock: Max composite stock with a nylon-reinforced synthetic construction, vertical pistol grip, and fully adjustable comb. Length of pull is adjustable from 13.75 to 15 inches (34.93cm to 38.10cm) using the included 1/4 inch (6.35mm) and 1/2 inch (12.7mm) spacers, with a 1-1/4 inch (31.75mm) Inflex recoil pad fitted as standard.
• Free-Floated Barrel: The foreend is fully free-floated around the large-diameter fluted barrel, eliminating pressure point contact that can shift point of impact.
• Bottom Metal and Magazine: Skeletonised aluminium bottom metal accepts AICS-pattern magazines with a push-button release, providing a sturdy, consistent feed interface. Ships with a 10-round magazine, and the Plus Magazine System provides additional cartridge capacity.
• Bolt: 60-degree bolt lift for fast cycling with minimal scope clearance issues. The safety locks the bolt closed when engaged, with a dedicated bolt unlock button allowing the chamber to be cleared without disengaging the safety.
• Recoil Lug: Pinned directly to the receiver to maintain precise, repeatable orientation, critical if the barrel is ever re-barrelled or swapped.
• Overall Specifications: Overall length 46.13 inches (117.17cm), weight 5.47kg, matte blued receiver finish, satin grey barrel finish.

For licensed shooters competing in production class precision rifle events or pursuing serious long-range target shooting at the range, the X-Bolt Target Max Competition Heavy is a factory-ready platform that arrives with the hardware and adjustability typically reserved for custom builds. It is a rifle that rewards disciplined shooters and holds nothing back right out of the box.