Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle

The Weatherby Vanguard Black Hills edition pairs the Vanguard platform with Peak 44 fittings to deliver a weather-resistant bolt-action rifle chambered for .223 Rem/5.56 NATO. Built with an ergonomic Peak 44 Monte Carlo stock and a heavy, threaded barrel profile, it is offered with a Picatinny rail and an Arca/Pic adapter on the forend for flexible optic and accessory mounting. The rifle includes a muzzle brake and an adjustable trigger and is finished in a matte blue on metal with a black synthetic stock accented in green and tan.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 REM/5.56 NATO.
• Action is Bolt Action.
• Magazine capacity is 5 + 1.
• Overall length is listed as 40 inches.
• Barrel profile is described as Heavy Threaded.
• Barrel thread pattern (NFA) is 5/8×24.
• The muzzle device is a Muzzle Brake.
• Stock is a Peak 44 Monte Carlo with Picatinny and Arca/Pic mounting options on the forend.
• Finish on metal is Matte Blue and the stock is black synthetic with green & tan accents.
• Weight is listed as 8.30 lbs.

Engineered for reliable performance in variable conditions, the Vanguard Black Hills edition gives shooters a stable shooting platform with modern mounting options and a threaded heavy profile barrel for use with muzzle devices and suppressors where lawful. Its adjustable trigger and Peak 44 stock combine to support controlled, repeatable shooting for field work, varminting, or precision-oriented plinking. The combination of a weather-resistant finish, durable synthetic stock, and accessory-ready forend makes this rifle a practical choice for shooters who value versatility and solid mechanical design.