Weatherby Vanguard Vyh223rr2b Vgd Compact Hunter 223 Rem

Weatherby Vanguard VGD Compact Hunter .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle - Vyh223rr2b

Weatherby
SKU:
120920538
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UPC:
747115451456
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MPN:
VYH223RR2B
$691.99
$779.00
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Product Specifications
Capacity-Rounds:
5
Caliber-Gauge:
223 Remington / 5.56 NATO
Hand:
Right Hand
Barrel Length:
20"
Barrel Length Range:
20" to 21.99"
OAL:
39"- 40"
Trigger:
Adjustable Two-Stage Match
Weight:
6.50 lbs
Action:
Bolt
Muzzle:
Accubrake
Receiver Material:
Steel
Safety:
Three-Position
Stock Finish Group:
Digital Camouflage
Twist:
1:9"
Stock Description:
Fixed Monte Carlo
Weight Range:
6 lbs to 6.99 lbs
Barrel Description:
Hammer Forged
Product Overview

The Weatherby Vanguard VGD Compact Hunter in .223 Rem is a bolt-action rifle built for hunters who value precision, adaptability, and straightforward reliability. This compact rifle suits younger shooters, smaller-framed hunters, and anyone who prefers a nimble platform without sacrificing accuracy. The Vanguard line carries Weatherby's sub-MOA guarantee—every rifle ships ready to shoot groups of 0.99 inches or tighter at 100 yards from a cold barrel when paired with Weatherby factory or premium ammunition, a promise backed within two years of purchase.

What sets this Compact Hunter apart is its adjustable length of pull. A removable spacer system lets you dial in anywhere from 12 to 13.625 inches, meaning the rifle genuinely grows with a young shooter or adapts to your preferred reach. That versatility, combined with the clean lines of an injection-molded composite stock finished in black with orange and grey accents, makes this rifle equally at home on a youth range day or in the field. The 20-inch cold hammer-forged barrel keeps weight down and handling quick without compromising the velocity and ballistics your .223 round delivers.

Under the hood, the Vanguard runs a match-grade two-stage trigger you can tune to preference, a one-piece machined bolt with fluting for reduced weight, and a fully enclosed bolt sleeve for reliability in variable conditions. The tungsten Cerakote finish resists corrosion, the hinged floorplate makes loading and unloading smooth, and the integral recoil lug locks the barrel in place for consistency shot after shot. The three-position safety is intuitive and secure. This is a rifle that handles .223 hunting and target work with equal competence—no fuss, proven performance, and a platform that can be trusted season after season.

Additional Information

Firearm Shipments:

To buy rifles or shotguns, you must be 18 years old, and for handguns, actions, or receivers, the minimum age is 21. By placing an order for this firearm, you confirm that you are the legitimate transferee/buyer, meet the legal age requirements, and comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations necessary to purchase this firearm.

We only ship firearms to valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. At checkout we provide a FFL locator for your convenience.

We will need a copy of the FFL’s license to facilitate the process, kindly request your dealer to email us a copy of their FFL, as we cannot dispatch the firearm until we receive this document. It is imperative for the buyer to choose their FFL dealer, ensure they are willing to facilitate the transfer, and have them email their FFL copy to BOSQUE Outdoors. To avoid any confusion, the customer's name or order number must be mentioned in the email containing the FFL.

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