Bergara Premier Series MG Lite Rifle, Bolt Action Rifle, 300 Winchester Magnum, 24″ Carbon Fiber Barrel

Product Description

The Bergara Premier MG Lite in 300 Win Mag is engineered for mountain hunters and backcountry shooters who demand sub-MOA accuracy without the weight penalty. At 6.6 to 6.8 lbs, this rifle pairs a proprietary CURE Carbon barrel with the XLR Element 4.0 magnesium chassis—the first rifle chassis system in the world under 2 lbs—to deliver precision that doesn’t compromise your pack weight. Built for elk, sheep, and long-range mountain hunting where every ounce counts and every shot has to land.

Specifications

What Makes the Premier MG Lite Different

• XLR Element 4.0 Magnesium Chassis Under 2 lbs: The first rifle chassis system in the world to weigh less than 2 lbs (28 oz total). Folding carbon fiber stock deploys from pack weight to full shooting position in seconds—no tools, no compromise.
• Arca-Swiss Dovetail for Direct Tripod Mounting: Machined RRS 1.5-inch Arca-Swiss dovetail in the forend mounts directly to any Arca-compatible tripod or head without additional hardware. Saves weight, eliminates adapter creep, and puts you shooting faster in the field.
• CURE Carbon Barrel with Embedded Stainless: Bergara’s proprietary carbon weave reinforced with embedded stainless steel strands manages heat dissipation during extended firing strings, maintaining accuracy where conventional barrels drift. Critical for long-range mountain applications where one clean shot may be all you get.
• TriggerTech Frictionless Release in Field Conditions: Competition-grade trigger that eliminates creep and maintains consistent performance in rain, mud, and freezing temperatures. Break is glass-smooth whether you’re in a climate-controlled range or sitting in an elk camp at altitude.

Bergara’s Barrel Story

Bergara has been manufacturing precision barrels in the Basque region of Spain for decades, earning global recognition from top-tier firearms manufacturers. Every Bergara barrel goes through a rigorous 5-step process: precision straightening, deep-hole drilling with carbide tooling, three-spindle diamond honing to a mirror finish, button rifling with carbide buttons held to less than .0002″ groove diameter deviation, and high-temperature stress relieving to lock in dimensional stability. The result is a barrel that shoots like a hand-lapped custom at production price. The Premier Series itself is assembled in Lawrenceville, GA by former USMC Precision Weapons Section alumni—the same gunsmiths who built rifles for Marine Corps competition and combat units worldwide.

Ordering from Western Sport

Order online and we ship it to the licensed FFL dealer you choose near you — see how buying a gun online works. Western Sport has been a licensed FFL/SOT dealer since 2007, and everything we sell carries the full manufacturer warranty. Questions before you order? Send us a message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 300 Win Mag the right choice for mountain hunting?

The 300 Win Mag is a proven powerhouse for elk, moose, and long-range mountain shooting. With the 24-inch barrel on this MG Lite, you’ll see velocities in the 2,850–2,950 fps range depending on load, delivering reliable energy at extended ranges where shots often exceed 300 yards. The magnum recoil is noticeable in a 6.7 lb rifle, but the XLR chassis absorbs it well, and the TriggerTech trigger keeps the break clean even when you’re breathing hard at altitude. If you hunt closer terrain or want lighter recoil, 6.5 PRC is also available in this platform.

How much does the folding stock actually help, and is it reliable?

The folding carbon fiber buttstock reduces your pack profile dramatically—useful when the rifle is slung across your pack through tight brush or over your shoulder on a scree slope. It deploys and locks solidly with no tools or wiggle. The stock is not quick-detach; it folds and unfolds by hand, and there’s no mechanism to wear out. It’s a simplicity-first design, tested in the field by serious mountain hunters. When deployed, it’s rock-solid for shooting.

Can I use my existing scope base or will I need to replace it?

The Premier action is R700-pattern compatible and accepts standard Remington 8×40 scope base screws. Most modern precision bases (Badger Ordinance, Scalarworks, Area 419, etc.) will work without modification. The rifle ships without a scope base, so you’ll need to mount your own—a straightforward 5-minute job if you have a torque wrench and screwdriver. Ask us if you need a recommendation for a base that pairs well with the XLR chassis and Arca dovetail.

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