{"product_id":"sako-s20-hunter-fluted-6-5prc-24-mt-d18-bolt-action-centrefire-rifle","title":"Sako S20 Hunter Fluted 6.5PRC 24in MT D18 Bolt Action Centrefire Rifle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: normal !important;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinnish precision engineering meets serious field performance in the \u003cstrong\u003eSako S20 Hunter Fluted 6.5PRC 24in MT D18 Bolt Action Centrefire Rifle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Built around Sako's modular S20 platform, this rifle is chambered in 6.5 PRC, one of the most capable long-range hunting cartridges currently available, delivering flat trajectories and outstanding terminal performance at extended distances. The S20 Hunter is purpose-built for the serious Australian hunter and sport shooter who demands a rifle that can transition seamlessly from the field to the range without compromise. With a full aluminium chassis system, match-grade barrel, and a host of user-adjustable features, this is a rifle designed from the ground up to be configured precisely to the shooter behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSako S20 Hunter Fluted 6.5PRC 24in MT D18 Bolt Action Centrefire Rifle Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chambered in 6.5 PRC (Precision Rifle Cartridge), offering a high-BC cartridge well suited to long-range hunting and target shooting, with greater velocity and energy retention than many comparable 6.5mm offerings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatch-Grade Cold Hammer Forged Fluted Stainless Steel Barrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 24 inch (609.6mm) barrel is cold hammer forged for exceptional bore consistency and long-term accuracy. Fluting reduces overall barrel weight while maintaining stiffness. Stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance in harsh Australian field conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCerakote Barrel Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Cerakote coating over the stainless barrel provides an additional layer of protection against moisture, abrasion, and environmental exposure, critical for hunters operating in variable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRate of Twist:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1-in-8 inch (1-in-203.2mm) twist rate is optimised for stabilising the heavier, high-BC projectiles commonly used in 6.5 PRC for long-range applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuzzle Thread Pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded at 5\/8x24 TPI, the muzzle is ready to accept a suppressor or muzzle brake without additional gunsmithing, catering for licensed use in applicable Australian states and territories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Lug 60° Bolt Throw:\u003c\/strong\u003e The three-lug push-feed bolt design reduces the bolt-lift angle to just 60 degrees compared to a traditional 90-degree two-lug action. This allows faster cycling, greater clearance for low-mounted optics, and strong, consistent lockup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Aluminium Chassis with High-Impact Polymer Stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e The stock is constructed from high-impact-resistant fibre-reinforced polymer around a full-length aluminium chassis, providing a rigid bedding platform that eliminates the accuracy variables associated with traditional stock flex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Trigger:\u003c\/strong\u003e The trigger is user-adjustable for both pull weight and blade position, allowing shooters to configure a crisp, consistent break suited to their shooting style without the need for a gunsmith.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Stage Safety with Firing Pin Block:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two-position safety incorporates a firing pin block for an added layer of mechanical security, ensuring the rifle cannot fire unless the safety is fully disengaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceiver-Integrated Picatinny Rail:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-length Picatinny rail is machined directly into the receiver, providing a solid and repeatable mounting platform for scopes and other optics without the need for separate bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Cheekpiece and Length of Pull:\u003c\/strong\u003e The numbered quick-adjust cheekpiece allows repeatable comb height settings to align the shooter's eye correctly with their chosen optic. Length of pull is adjustable via spacers at the buttpad, accommodating a wide range of shooter builds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge+ Double-Stacked Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5-round Cartridge+ magazine features a double-stack design with a longer maximum cartridge length, accommodating the overall length requirements of premium 6.5 PRC handloads and factory ammunition alike. The magazine feeds reliably and detaches quickly for reloading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The S20 platform supports interchangeable rearstocks and forends, allowing the rifle to be reconfigured for different applications or shooter preferences over time, protecting the long-term investment value of the platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick-Detach Sling Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambidextrous QD sling attachment points are built into both sides of the stock, enabling quick and secure sling attachment for field carry without the need for aftermarket hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft-Touch Grip Inserts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubberised soft-touch inserts on the forend and pistol grip improve purchase and reduce fatigue during extended sessions in the field or on the range, particularly in wet or cold conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length and Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 1142mm (45 inches) overall and a weight of 3.5 to 3.7 kg depending on configuration, the S20 Hunter balances field-worthy portability with the mass needed for stable, recoil-managed shooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sako S20 Hunter Fluted in 6.5 PRC is a well-resolved, specification-rich rifle that delivers genuine long-range capability in a modular, field-ready package. 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