Description
The Browning 036145226 X-Bolt 2 Medallion SPR is a premium bolt-action hunting rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield, combining the updated X-Bolt 2 action with a traditional walnut-and-blued-steel appearance.
Browning 036145226 X-Bolt 2 Medallion SPR — Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Browning Arms Company |
| Model | X-Bolt 2 Medallion SPR |
| Item number | 036145226 |
| Cartridge | .30-06 Springfield |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Capacity | 4+1 rounds |
| Barrel length | 18 inches |
| Barrel finish | Gloss blued |
| Barrel type | Threaded |
| Receiver | Steel, drilled and tapped for scope mounts |
| Stock | Black walnut |
| Magazine | Detachable box magazine |
| Intended use | Hunting / sporting rifle |
Key Features
X-Bolt 2 action
The X-Bolt platform is known for its smooth bolt operation, strong receiver design, and hunting-focused ergonomics. The X-Bolt family uses Browning’s X-Lock scope mounting system and Feather Trigger system.
Short 18-inch threaded barrel
The 18-inch barrel makes this version more compact than many traditional .30-06 hunting rifles. Advantages include:
- Easier handling in thick woods, blinds, and vehicles
- Reduced overall length
- Factory threading for compatible muzzle devices (where legal)
The tradeoff is that .30-06 Springfield generally reaches maximum velocity from longer barrels, so this rifle may give up some velocity compared with 22–24 inch-barreled hunting rifles.
.30-06 Springfield chambering
The .30-06 is one of the most versatile big-game cartridges:
- Common bullet weights: approximately 150–220 grains
- Suitable for deer, black bear, elk, and similar North American game with appropriate loads
- Extremely broad ammunition availability
Walnut Medallion styling
The Medallion line emphasizes traditional aesthetics:
- High-grade black walnut stock
- Gloss-finished blued metal
- Classic sporting-rifle appearance
It is aimed at hunters who want premium wood-stock styling rather than a synthetic-stock utility rifle.
Steel drilled-and-tapped receiver
The receiver is prepared for conventional scope mounting, allowing the owner to choose from a wide range of optic mounting systems.
Expected Handling
Strengths
- Compact and quick-handling
- Premium appearance
- Powerful, widely supported cartridge
- Threaded barrel adds flexibility
- Traditional walnut stock with modern action
Considerations
- The shorter barrel may increase muzzle blast compared with longer .30-06 rifles
- A lightweight .30-06 can have noticeable recoil, especially with heavier bullets
- The glossy finish requires more care in wet environments than matte/synthetic hunting rifles
Overall Assessment
The Browning X-Bolt 2 Medallion SPR .30-06 is essentially a luxury compact hunting rifle: a classic walnut-stock rifle with modern features. It is particularly suited for hunters who value portability and craftsmanship while still wanting the capability of the .30-06 Springfield cartridge.
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