Nosler M48 Mountain Carbon 6.5 PRC Bolt-Action Rifle - Gray

The Nosler M48 Mountain Carbon 6.5 PRC bolt-action rifle is built for hunters who refuse to compromise between weight, accuracy, and reliability. At just 6 pounds, this short-action rifle proves you don't have to sacrifice sub-MOA precision or your budget to own a genuine lightweight mountain gun. Nosler engineered the M48 Mountain Carbon by pairing a match-grade, cut-rifled carbon-wrapped barrel with their proven M48 action, then bedded the barreled action into an ultra-light carbon fiber stock. The result is a rifle that balances like a natural extension of your arm—ideal for backcountry hunts, steep terrain, and all-day carries where every ounce matters.

The barrel is a 24-inch Light Sendero contour carbon fiber-wrapped design threaded 5/8x24, tuned to deliver sub-MOA accuracy with Nosler ammunition. All steel surfaces receive Tungsten Grey Cerakote for corrosion resistance in wet weather and harsh conditions. The stock is a Granite Green (Shale Gray) 100% carbon fiber Mountain Hunter design that contributes significantly to the rifle's featherweight profile while maintaining rigidity where it counts. A Timney trigger with two-position safety gives you a crisp, controllable break out of the box.

Practical features include glass and aluminum pillar bedding for stability, a hinged floorplate for easy unloading, and a 13.5-inch length of pull that works for most hunters in typical shooting positions. The 6.5 PRC is a modern magnum cartridge that pairs velocity with manageable recoil—plenty of power for elk and long-range deer work without the punishing kick of larger belted magnums. Magazine capacity is 3 rounds.

Key Features

• 6-pound total weight—genuine lightweight performance for mountain and backcountry hunting
• Match-grade, cut-rifled carbon-wrapped 24-inch barrel guaranteed sub-MOA accuracy with Nosler ammunition
• Nosler M48 action—short-action design for the 6.5 PRC cartridge
• Carbon fiber Mountain Hunter stock in Shale Gray—ultra-light without sacrificing rigidity
• Tungsten Grey Cerakote metal finish—superior weather and corrosion resistance
• Timney trigger with 2-position safety—crisp and reliable
• Glass and aluminum pillar bedding—precision accuracy support
• 5/8x24 threaded muzzle—ready for suppressors or muzzle devices
• Hinged floorplate—convenient field reload and unload

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the M48 Mountain Carbon accurate enough for long-range hunting?

Yes. The match-grade, cut-rifled carbon-wrapped barrel is guaranteed to deliver sub-MOA accuracy when fired with Nosler ammunition, making it suitable for precision hunting at extended distances. The 6.5 PRC cartridge has excellent ballistics for 500+ yard applications.

Will this rifle handle a suppressor?

The 5/8x24 threaded muzzle is standard for direct-thread suppressors in this size range. You can thread most quality suppressors or muzzle devices directly to the barrel.

What's included with the rifle?

The M48 Mountain Carbon ships fully assembled and ready to hunt. It includes the Nosler M48 action, match-grade carbon-wrapped barrel, carbon fiber stock with Shale Gray finish, Timney trigger with 2-position safety, and all internal hardware. You'll need to add a scope, ammunition, and mounting hardware to complete your setup.

Is 6 pounds realistic for a bolt-action rifle in 6.5 PRC?

Yes—the combination of a short-action design, carbon fiber stock, and carbon-wrapped barrel keeps the rifle at exactly 6 pounds without compromising accuracy or durability. This is genuinely lightweight without extreme cost or fragility.