Weatherby Vanguard S2 Sporter .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle, 24″ Barrel

Product Description

The Weatherby Vanguard S2 Sporter is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .223 Rem with a 24″ barrel. It is a plain, well-finished field rifle with a matte blue finish and a checkered walnut Monte Carlo stock. Length of pull is 13.5″ and overall length is 44″.

The barrel is cold hammer-forged in a #2 Contour with a 1:9″ twist. The muzzle is threaded 1/2×28, so the rifle is suppressor ready. The bolt body is fluted, the trigger is an adjustable 2-stage, and the safety has 3 positions. Weatherby backs the rifle with its SUB-MOA Guarantee.

Who it suits

This rifle fits shooters who want a .223 for varmints, predator calls, or steady range work. The magazine holds 5+1 rounds and uses a hinged floorplate, so you unload from the bottom of the action. The Monte Carlo comb gives a solid cheek weld behind a scope.

The rifle has no sights, but it is drilled and tapped. Plan on a scope, rings, and bases to match. A sling and a bipod are natural additions for field use or bench work. If you plan to run a suppressor, pick one that mounts on a 1/2×28 thread. Add a few boxes of .223 Rem ammunition to find the load your rifle likes best.

Weatherby Vanguard S2 Sporter .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle, 24" Barrel Specifications

Fits and Pairs With

• Winchester Repeating Arms FMJ .223 Rem 55 gr Ammo, 150 Rounds
• Federal Tactical Bonded, 223 Remington, 62 Grain, Bonded Soft Point, 20 Round Box
• Remington UMC, 223 Remington, 55 Grain, 50 Round Box
• Winchester Repeating Arms FMJ .223 Rem 55 gr Ammo, 200 Rounds

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

Q: Does the Weatherby Vanguard S2 Sporter .223 come with iron sights?

A: No. This rifle has no sights. It is drilled and tapped, so you can mount a scope with the right bases and rings.

Q: Is the Vanguard S2 Sporter .223 threaded for a suppressor?

A: Yes. The 24" barrel is threaded 1/2×28, and the rifle is listed as suppressor ready.

Q: What is the twist rate on this Weatherby Vanguard S2 Sporter?

A: 1:9". The barrel is cold hammer-forged in a #2 Contour.

Q: How many rounds does the Vanguard S2 Sporter .223 hold?

A: 5+1 rounds. It uses a hinged floorplate magazine.

Q: Does the Vanguard S2 Sporter have an adjustable trigger?

A: Yes. It has an adjustable 2-stage trigger and a 3 position safety.

Warranty and Manufacturer

Covered by the Weatherby factory warranty; warranty terms come from Weatherby.

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