Mossberg MVP Varmint rifle with 5.56mm AR-15 magazine
Finally a major gun manufacturer has produced a 5.56mm chambered bolt action that uses the AR-15 magazine. This gives the operator a lot of flexibility, allowing them to choose from any number of aftermarket magazines in a variety of capacities from 5 rounds right up to 60 rounds (I don’t think a 100 or 150 round C-Mag would fit the rifle).
Mossberg MVP (Mossberg Varmint Predator) Series, as the name suggests, has been designed for varmint & predator hunters and long-range competitive shooters. It features a pillar bedded benchrest / varmint style stock, a fluted medium bull barrel and fluted bolt. It uses the Mossberg LBA user-adjustable trigger.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 5.56mm NATO (.223 Rem) |
| Capacity | supplied with 10 round magazine |
| Finish | Matte Blue |
| Barrel | 24″ Med Bull Fluted |
| Stock | Benchrest-Style Grey Laminate |
| Twist | 1:9 |
| Total Length | |
| Overall Length | 43″ |
| Weight | 7.5 lbs |
| Other Features | Factory installed weaver bases |
The MSRP of the standard model us $649. There is another model with includes a bipod and scope installed at the factory, which sells for $796.
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