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Benelli LUPO - 243 Win - Black - 22"
Benelli LUPO - 243 Win - Black - 22"
 
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Tech Specs at a Glance:

Caliber: 243 Win
Barrel: 22"
Overall Length: 44.625"
Length of Pull: 13.80" - 14.75"
Rate of Twist: 1:9"
Magazine Capacity: 5+1
Barrel Material: Matte, Blued
Threaded: Yes, 5/8x24 TPI
Weight: 7 lbs.
Price: $1,960.00
Sale Price: $1,850.00
Special Instructions: Valid PAL Required
Firearm Classification: Non-Restricted

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Benelli LUPO - 243 Win - Black - 22":

The LUPO is Benelli's first bolt-action rifle. Sub-MOA accuracy, advanced ergonomics, and shooting comfort have been carefully engineered into this chassis-style hunting rifle that allows for exclusive fit and customization out of the box. LUPO is Italian for wolf and the Benelli LUPO is destined to dominate the land the way Benelli's Super Black Eagle dominates the skies.

The LUPO is packed with innovative features-including 7 exclusive Benelli patents that add up to hunting rifle that provides a customized fit, handles beautifully and proudly carries a 3-shot sub-MOA guarantee.

Precision Accuracy
The LUPO was built for accuracy and the key is the LUPO barrel system featuring a precision Crio-treated, free-floating barrel attached to a hardened steel barrel extension bedded to a steel block in the alloy receiver. The result is precision sub-MOA accuracy. . .shot-after-shot.

Recoil Reduction
The LUPO tames recoil felt of big-game calibers with a patented, built-in Progressive Comfort system and Combtech cheek pad. Modified from Benelli's proven Progressive Comfort system used on shotguns, the system is engineered with sets of interlacing fingers that flex, absorbing much of the recoil before it reaches the shoulder. Decreased recoil, less muzzle flip and less anticipated recoil by the shooter result in a greater ability to stay accurately on target.

Built For Comfort
The shape of the Benelli LUPO has been optimized for control. The trigger is crisp and with an adjustable trigger pull weight. Included trigger reach spaces can be used between the receiver and the stock to position the shooters hand at an optimal distance from the trigger. The ambidextrous top safety is easy to access. The Airtouch Grip surfaces allow for a safe and firm hold on the rifle.

Advanced Ergonomics and Adjustability
One of the truly unique features of the LUPO is the ability to adjust drop, cast and trigger reach with included shims. Shooters can achieve a customized fit out of the box without the need for expensive gunsmithing. Shims allow the stock to be set in one of 36 different positions. Optional fit choices include two raised cheek pad styles and one optional length butt pad. Great fit equals better control. . .and increased accuracy.

Detachable Box-Type Magazine
The detachable box magazine is a double-stack configuration with a partial divider that loads like a single stack. Cartridges can be easily loaded with the magazine removed, or smoothly top loaded with the magazine in place, holding 5 rounds without heavy spring pressure. The LUPO cutaway bolt works with the magazine, allowing the magazine to insert fully into the receiver without protruding from the bottom of the gun.

Features & Design:
  • Sculpted Bolt: 3 large-sized locking lugs, 60 degree bolt throw.
  • Free-Floating Crio Barrel
  • Adjustable Trigger: 2.2 - 4.4 lbs.
  • Treaded Crio Barrel: Accepts muzzle accessories, 5/8 x 24 threads.
  • Combtech Cheek Pad: Mitigates felt facial recoil.
  • Stock Spacers: Adjust length-of-pull from 13.8" -14.75"
  • Trigger Reach Spacers: Adjust trigger reach for custom fit.
  • Detachable Box-Type Magazine
  • Integrated Swivel Mounts
  • 2-Piece Picatinny Rail
  • Drilled & Tapped

Technical Features:
  • Caliber: 243 Win
  • Barrel: 22"
  • Overall Length: 44.625"
  • Length of Pull: 13.80" - 14.75"
  • Rate of Twist: 1:9"
  • Magazine Capacity: 5+1
  • Barrel Material: Matte, Blued
  • Threaded: Yes, 5/8x24 TPI
  • Stock Finish: Synthetic Black
  • Starting Weight: 7 lbs.
.243 Winchester:

The .243 Winchester (6x52mm) is a popular sporting rifle cartridge. Initially designed as a varmint round, it may be used for wildlife and game such as coyote, blacktail deer, whitetail deer, mule deer, pronghorn, and wild hogs. It can also be used against larger game such as black bear or elk, but is sometimes said to be "too light" for such large game. Rounds of at least 90 grains are better suited for hunting larger game while rounds less than 90 grains are more suitable for varmints. The .243 is based on a necked down .308 cartridge case

Suggested Use:
  • Predators
  • Small Game
  • Varmint
  • Deer (short range)

Performance:

The .243 produces a velocity of 2,960 feet (902.21 m) per second with a 100-grain (6.6 gram) projectile from a 24-inch (610 mm) barrel. Commercially loaded .243 ammunition is available with bullet weight ranging from 55 grains (3.6 g) up to 115 grains (6.8 g). Twist rate of barrel is the major deciding factor in which bullets to use, 1:10 being the most popular as it is sufficient to stabilize up to 100-gr. bullets. However, for VLD (very low drag)-profile and bullets heavier than 100 grs., a 1:8 or 1:7 (for 115-gr. VLD bullets) is necessary.