The lightest/fastest hunting rifle on the market
The next generation of the ground-breaking Backcountry™ family, the Backcountry 2.0 builds on the classic steel Weatherby® Mark V® action — with some key updates. Still equipped with a super thin and lightweight fluted barrel, it is contoured at a #1 MOD or #2 MOD depending on the chambering.
The most noticeable upgrade is the new carbon fiber Peak 44™ Blacktooth™ stock, the lightest versions of which tip the scales at under 20 ounces.
Also grabbing the eye is the second generation 3DHEX® recoil pad, the first production 3D printed pad the firearms world has seen. Hidden inside the pad are a series of interlocking voids that progressively collapse during recoil, expanding the time component of the recoil impulse and deadening the sharp kick of magnum chamberings.
More pronounced spiral fluting on the bolt body not only trims a little weight, it also reduces bearing surface within the action and results in even smoother function. The newly-threaded bolt handle is equipped with a lightweight aluminum extended and skeletonized knob.
Fit with Weatherby’s highly-effective Accubrake® ST, this brake is blended to match the profile of the muzzle. With 30 symmetrically-spaced ports that help harness the recoil, it tames even magnum chamberings and makes them pleasant to shoot.
Starting at just 5.2 lbs and 5.4 lbs in magnum chamberings, the Backcountry 2.0 also sports an updated paint scheme, with action and barrel protected by a Cerakote® shell of Patriot Brown, with the stock carrying a brown and green pattern over exposed carbon fiber.
Built to be the lightest possible rifle and chambered in some of the world’s fastest cartridges, the Backcountry 2.0 is a worthy successor to the throne.
Austin Royer –
Just got one of these Backcountry 2.0’s in 6.5-300 Wby Mag. I managed to make it halfway through the break-in procedure yesterday evening, made it 9 shots in before it got dark on me. Had three different loads to try; the 130 Scirocco, 127 LRX and the 129 Hammers. The Hammers produced the tightest 3-shot 100 yard group, about .75MOA. I suspect as I continue the break-in this will only get tighter. Very pleased so far! She is a Sub MOA shooter.
I’ll admit when I was considering this rifle, I had convinced myself that all the hype around the 3D Hex recoil pad was just that; hype. Marketing nonsense. I was convinced that even with the accubrake ST this lightweight rifle was still going to rock my world. Boy, was I wrong. It is more like a push than a hard kick. Very soft shooting rifle for only being 7.6 pounds scoped. I really enjoyed it on the bench.
I have it setup with a Leupold Backcountry base and Backcountry rings with a Leupold VX-5HD 3-15×44 CDS-ZL2 atop, and I could not be happier so far.
If I ever get the chance to go West and chase Mule Deer and Elk, this will be the rifle I pack. For now she is limited to Missouri Whitetails but I’ll get out to the Rockies with her one day!
You guys at Weatherby really build something special. Keep up the good work!
Grant Andrew –
I’ve owned two weatherby mark 5 light weights for guiding and loved them – so I took the step and bought a weatherby backcountry titanium in 308.
It’s my favourite calibre and this way I get to use it more.
I have two loads – 168 grain sierra tmk doing 2923 and very accurate, but only good for lighter deer.
I switched bullets to 168 accubonds and to be honest it took me around 100 rounds to finally get them to shoot.
I am using 46.2 varget and ogive finally was long 2.301. Speed 2800
Had three bullets touching today at 500 yards
But typically not waiting for barrel cools I get 2 touch and the third .5 inch.
It’s a very light right so it is critical to hold Correctly 🙂
James T Smith –
I bought a Mark V backcountry .270 Win when they were first made in Wy. (not the new 2.0). It is the first rifle I have ever owned that shoots factory loaded Nosler Partition bullets well. It consistently shoots 3 shot groups in the .6-inch range with both the 130 and 150 grain bullets. Thanks to all the American workers at Weatherby for their dedication to precision work. Kudos! I noticed on the website that the .270 Win. is no longer offered. Too bad. I’m glad I got mine!!!
Andrew M –
The Backcountry 2.0 is an incredible hunting rifle. Mine is a LH 338 RPM. The stock has a perfect LOP and cheek weld, allowing for comfortable and rapid target acquisition without snagging on layers, etc.
The 18″ barrel of the 338 RPM pairs perfectly with the short-form Omega 36M suppressor. My entire hunting setup (rifle, scope, rings, sling, suppressor, and 4 rounds in the mag) weighs 6lbs 10oz, and is perfectly balanced. It’s extremely accurate with two different loads, and the fit and finish is exceptional.
Jon –
I bought a Backcountry 2.0 in .280 Ackley Improved for an upcoming elk hunt with my son. It will be the first elk hunt for both of us. I called the factory and asked a ton of questions. The representative was super helpful.
The gun itself has great out of the box accuracy. The 3D Hex recoil pad makes a significant difference and makes it a pleasure to shoot even in such a lightweight package. Always wanted to own a Weatherby and this gun lived up to my expectations.
Steven Roberts –
Love my 300 light weight manageable recoil and plenty of power for the kenai peninsula in Alaska where I live after 30 days in the field this season there is a little rust but this season was really cold and wet rain mixed with a little snow only a couple nice days this year
Craig –
Love my 6.5 rpm easily shoots moa with retumbo and eldx, hammer or Barnes bullets.
Craig –
The rifle is really great. With retumbo powder both 143 eldx and 127 Barnes long range are easily capable of half inch groups at 100 yards. Wonderful to carry in the field. Love my rpm.
Pistol Pete –
Awesome rifle! Balances great with a Swarovski Z6 3-18×50, solid combo. Use in box blind, high rack and spot & stalk.