{"id":167753,"date":"2022-10-03T12:36:22","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T16:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=167753"},"modified":"2025-11-13T05:33:40","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T11:33:40","slug":"hunt365-brownings-wildly-popular-x-bolt-hells-canyon-speed-rifle-has-a-new-name-and-a-completely-new-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/hunt365-brownings-wildly-popular-x-bolt-hells-canyon-speed-rifle-has-a-new-name-and-a-completely-new-look\/","title":{"rendered":"Browning\u2019s Wildly Popular X-Bolt Hell\u2019s Canyon Speed Rifle Has a New Name – And a Completely New Look"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"Browning\u2019s
The new X-Bolt Speed rifle has new finishes on the stock, barrel, and action.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Browning\u2019s flagship X-Bolt hunting rifle, introduced in 2008 as a completely new design, was intended to be more accurate and deliver better long-range performance than its predecessor, the A-Bolt. Browning succeeded admirably with the new design and the X-Bolt line chugged along until 2016 when the firm introduced the Hell\u2019s Canyon Speed X-Bolt. That model quickly became the most popular rifle in the lineup, and sales took off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In keeping with Browning\u2019s penchant for continuously improving the X-Bolt line, that model has now evolved into the new X-Bolt Speed rifle, which delivers all the features of the Hell\u2019s Canyon Speed rifle in what is, to my eye, a more attractive package at a relatively affordable price compared to top-of-the-line X-Bolt models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
The rifle performed flawlessly in testing, delivering the excellent accuracy X-Bolt rifles have become known for. They have a completely redesigned action from the one used on Browning’s predecessor A-Bolt rifle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you\u2019ll notice about the X-Bolt Speed rifle is its new look. The rifle has entirely new finishes on both the stock and metal. The composite stock is dipped in Browning\u2019s proprietary new signature Ovix camo. Ovix is an abstract, directional pattern that makes use of a wide range of colors, including tan, light tan, gray, light gray, and dark green. The pattern blends well in almost any environment and nicely complements a new, smoked bronze Cerakote finish on the rifle\u2019s barrel and action. The only thing shiny on this rifle is Browning\u2019s ubiquitous gold-plated trigger. Otherwise, the rifle conveys an all-business appearance with an overall look of subdued elegance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stock has clean, straight lines executed in the classic style, but in a nod to contemporary tastes, the forend has mildly sculpted recesses where the thumb and fingers of the supporting hand rest. Stippling in the pistol grip and forend help ensure a solid grip in wet conditions. The stock has blued-steel sling swivel studs fore and aft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
Weighing just six pounds, five ounces, the X-Bolt Speed rifle is chambered for 16 popular hunting cartridges.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The rifle, available in both long- and short-action versions, is offered in no less than 16 different chamberings ranging from 243 Win<\/a> to 300 Rem. Ultra Mag. Depending on chambering, barrel length may be 22, 23, 24, or 26 inches. Rifles chambered for rounds such as 6.5 Creedmoor or 308 Win. have 22-inch barrels, while guns chambered for 7 mm Rem. Mag., 28 Nosler, 300 Win. Mag., 300 PRC<\/a>, and 300 Rem. Ultra Mag. have 26-inch barrels to maximize bullet velocity. Similarly, weight varies from 6 lbs., 5 oz. to 6 lbs., 13 oz. It\u2019s not an ultra-light rifle, but with a scope and rings attached, the total weight is about where I like it for all-purpose hunting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from varying weight and barrel lengths, all of the X-Bolt Speed rifles share the same features that make X-Bolt rifles one of the best factory production rifles on the market. The rifles are equipped with fluted, sporter-contour barrels to help keep the rifle light and handy. Actions are bedded front and rear to free float barrels and maintain consistent accuracy. Barrels have recessed muzzle crowns and are threaded (M13X0.75) to accept muzzle brakes or suppressors. The gun comes with a radial muzzle brake installed. I found that it did a pretty good job, working with the rifle\u2019s well-fitted Inflex recoil pad, of reducing perceived recoil. The recoil pad doesn\u2019t just absorb recoil energy to the rear. It has internal ribs that create directional deflection, pushing the comb down and away from your face upon recoil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
The rifle has a short, 60-degree bolt throw, and the bolt cycles smoothly, allowing for fast follow-up shots.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

When Browning engineers first designed the X-Bolt action, they repositioned the bolt lugs, which allowed Browning to add strength and rigidity to the bottom of the receiver, improving accuracy while shaving weight from the top. This created a need for a new scope base mounting system, and the engineers came up with the ingenious X-Lock mounting system, which doubles the traditional number of base screws from four to eight. The result is a low-profile receiver with a rock-solid scope mounting system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The redesigned action also allowed the rifle to use a new detachable rotary magazine, made of a tough but lightweight polymer, that feeds cartridges directly in line with the bolt. The bottom of the magazine sits flush with the bottom of the action, and the magazine drops freely into the hand when you operate the magazine release lever, which is protected within a recess at the bottom of the stock. The capacity of the magazine is three or four rounds, depending on chambering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
The barrel has a recessed muzzle crown and is threaded for suppressors or muzzle brakes. It comes with a radial muzzle brake installed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Another notable feature of this rifle\u2019s action is its short, 60-degree bolt throw. This provides ample room for scope mounting and allows you to run the rifle fast. I have found bolt cycling of some rifles with Cerakoted bolts to be a little sticky, but cycling with the appropriately named X-Bolt Speed rifle is quite smooth. In testing, rounds fed, fired, extracted, and ejected with zero issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The action employs a two-position, top-tang safety that locks the bolt down when the safety is in the rear, on-safe position. At the top of the bolt handle, you\u2019ll find a unique bolt unlock button that allows you to cycle rounds through the action with the safety engaged. The safety blocks the sear and has a firing pin block for added safety. A red cocking indicator protrudes from the rear of the action to provide a visual cue when the gun is cocked and ready to fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
Browning’s single-stage Feather Trigger is adjustable within a range of 3-5 pounds. As it arrived from the factory, the trigger on the test rifle broke cleanly and crisply at a pull weight of 3 pounds, 8 ounces.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The rifle\u2019s single-stage trigger is adjustable within a range of 3-5 lbs., and breaks quite cleanly and crisply. The trigger on my test rifle broke consistently at a pull weight of 3 lbs., 8 oz., which is a little heavier than I prefer on hunting rifles<\/a>. I left it at the factory setting for testing, but if the rifle were mine, I would adjust the trigger to its minimum setting. The rifle shot fine with the trigger\u2019s factory pull-weight setting, as you will see shortly, but I suspect groups would shrink even more with a little reduction in pull weight. That\u2019s especially helpful in shooting relatively lightweight rifles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For range testing, I topped the rifle with a scope I\u2019ve become quite fond of, the Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13.3×42 P model. In addition to its excellent glass, this scope has an illuminated reticle that you activate with a simple flip of a small lever atop the rear of the scope. It\u2019s a great choice for hunting in low-light conditions and for getting on target quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
A detachable rotary magazine holds four rounds (three in magnum chamberings) and feeds cartridges directly in line with the barrel.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The first order of business at the range was to check bullet velocity out of the 22-inch barrel of the test rifle, which was chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. I chose loads with four bullet weights, ranging from 129 to 147 grains, and ran them over my Competitive Edge Dynamics M2 chronograph. The heaviest bullet tested, in the Black Hills Gold 147-grain ELD-M load, stepped out 308 fps slower than advertised, but it also produced the smallest 100-yard group of just 0.32 inches. The other three loads showed only a little drop in velocity, ranging from 53 fps to 126 fps slower from factory-stated numbers. That minor amount of velocity loss from those three loads isn\u2019t enough to make much difference at the distances at which most deer-sized game is shot. The hottest load of the bunch was Hornady\u2019s Superformance 129-grain SST load, which I clocked at 2,897 fps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve tested several X-Bolt rifles in recent years, and all of them were unfailingly accurate. The X-Bolt Speed rifle was no exception. Despite shooting in a full-value wind blowing up to 12 mph, two of the loads turned in \u00be-MOA average groups and best groups measuring a half-inch or better at 100 yards. The other two produced average groups of just over one inch and best groups slightly under one MOA. Of the loads tested, the one I would likely choose for hunting would be Hornady\u2019s 143-gr. ELD-X Precision Hunter load, which had a 0.56-inch best group and an average group size of 0.78 inches. I\u2019ve killed a lot of game with the ELD-X bullet, and that sort of accuracy will most definitely get the job done in most hunting situations. If you\u2019re looking for something built to reach out a little farther, there\u2019s also a new X-Bolt Speed Long Range model, which adds a heavier sporter contour 26-inch barrel and an adjustable comb system. It\u2019s available in 11 popular long-range chamberings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
In testing, two loads turned in \u00be-MOA average groups and best groups measuring a half-inch or better. Two other loads produced sub-MOA best groups and average groups of just over an inch.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Browning currently offers about two dozen X-Bolt models ranging from basic rifles to semi-custom guns with prices ranging from $859.99 to $2,879.99. For my money, the X-Bolt Speed rifle, with an MSRP of $1,379.99, offers the most bang for the buck. It\u2019s pretty much a go-anywhere, do-anything hunting rifle. It\u2019s chambered for a wide range of popular hunting cartridges. It\u2019s light in weight, fast handling, accurate, and nearly impervious to the elements. It checks all the boxes for an all-purpose hunting rifle \u2013 and looks good while doing so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
The stock is dipped in Browning’s new proprietary Ovix camo pattern, which blends well into almost any environment. The stock has stippling in the right areas and an Inflex recoil pad that does a good job of taming recoil.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Browning X-Bolt Speed Rifle<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor, as tested<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Action Type: Bolt action<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trigger: Adjustable<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rate of twist: 1-8<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Barrel: 22-inch fluted sporter, threaded<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Muzzle brake: Radial<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finish: Smoked bronze Cerakote<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stock: Composite, Ovix camo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Magazine\/capacity: Detachable rotary, 4+1 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sights: None, X-Lock scope mounting system<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall Length: 42 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight: 6 pounds, 5 ounces<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MSRP: $1379.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CONTACTS<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black Hills Ammunition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Browning Firearms<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Competitive Edge Dynamics<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hornady Ammunition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swarovski Optik<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winchester Ammunition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
While the tang-mounted safety locks the bolt down in the on-safe position, a bolt-unlock button allows you to safely cycle rounds through the action with the safety engaged.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Browning\u2019s
For range testing, the author used a Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13.3×42 P model scope, which has excellent glass and an illuminated reticle that you activate with a simple flip of a small lever atop the rear of the scope.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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