Colt CBX TacHunter – A Modern, Practical, and Tactical Hunting Rifle
Adam Scepaniak 12.20.23
The Colt CBX TacHunter was recently announced as one of Colt’s Manufacturing’s newest bolt-action rifle offerings and stands out as a hybrid rifle, offering the precision, ergonomics, and reliability of a competition rifle within a lightweight, field-ready platform. This ensures that hunters can succeed in the field without breaking the bank. Colt acknowledges the diverse preferences of hunters, reflected in the CBX TacHunter lineup’s wide range of customizable options.
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Colt CBX TacHunter .308 Win – Specifications
- Cartridge: .308 Win | 6.5 Creedmoor
- Stock: Gray, Adjustable Polymer TacHunter Synthetic Stock
- Barrel: Black Nitride Steel, Sporter Profile, Button Rifled Barrel with 9/16″x24 TPI (Thread per Inch) and 1 in 10″ Twist Rate
- Barrel Length: 20″ | 22″
- Overall Length: 39.75″
- Magazines: One 5-RD Magpul AICS
- Trigger: User Adjustable 2.5 – 5 Lb
- Length-of-Pull: 12.75″ – 14.25″
- Additional Features
- 2- Position Tang, Ambi Mag Latch, 60 Degree Bolt Throw, 3 Sling Swivel Studs, Drilled & Tapped
West Hartford, CT – December, 2023 – Colt proudly introduces the CBX Tac Hunter—a bolt-action hunting rifle loaded with accuracy-enhancing features, making it the perfect companion for avid hunters. The rifle is meticulously crafted to deliver tight groupings and reliable performance, instilling hunters with the confidence needed to take down targets at all distances. The CBX Tac Hunter boasts a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $999, inclusive of a sub-MOA guarantee, presenting an unbeatable combination of affordability and accuracy.
The rifle is available in versatile 308 Win and 6.5 Creedmoor cartridges, featuring 20- and 22-inch sporter-profile barrels, respectively. This configuration balances ballistic performance and carrying convenience, creating the ultimate field rifle. Muzzles are 9/16”-24 UNEF threaded, equipped with a thread protector for attaching aftermarket accessories. The 6.5 Creedmoor variant, with its longer barrel, adds an extra 0.3 lbs., totaling a weight of 7.2 lbs., while the Black Nitride treatment protects the carbon steel, button-rifled barrel.
The smooth bolt action mechanism is expertly engineered for effortless operation, featuring a 60° bolt throw for faster cycling, critical for follow-up shots. The user-adjustable (2.5-5lb) trigger allows a customized trigger pull to match the shooter’s preference. The receiver is designed to accept Rem700 pattern scope mounts and bases with #8-40 threads, accompanied by Colt blue thread protectors.
Safety is paramount, and the Bolt Action Hunting Rifle incorporates essential safety features. A 2-position tang safety ensures quick operation while preventing potential accidents. The more vertical pistol grip enhances ergonomics and trigger control, featuring stippling on the main contact areas. The Length of Pull (LOP) can be changed from 12.75 to 14.25 inches using spacers (3 included), catering to hunters of all sizes. The rifle also includes an ambidextrous mag release and a 5-round AICS magazine, ensuring versatility.
The Colt CBX TacHunter might not be an offering that “reinvents the wheel” for the firearm industry, but it is a well-rounded bolt-action rifle that also assists in rounding out their expansive portfolio of arms. From the iconic 1911 platform to timeless revolvers, AR-15s and even bolt-action rifles like the CBX TacHunter, Colt’s Manufacturing offers a little bit of everything. As always, let us know all of your thoughts in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.
