Bergara Short Action PRC 6.5 PRC Stainless Rifle

The Bergara Short Action PRC 6.5 PRC Stainless Rifle represents a purpose-built platform for precision shooters and hunters demanding flat trajectories and retained energy downrange. Engineered around the 6.5 PRC cartridge, this rifle bridges the gap between intermediate and magnum performance without the recoil penalty that drives shooter fatigue during extended shooting sessions. Law enforcement precision teams and long-range hunters favor this action class for rapid follow-up shots and sub-MOA consistency out to extended distances where wind management and drop calculation become mission-critical.

Built on Bergara's proven short-action bolt face, the BPSA-PRC features stainless steel construction that resists corrosion in harsh field conditions—essential for operators working in coastal, desert, or high-humidity environments where carbon steel oxidizes rapidly. The 6.5 PRC cartridge delivers approximately 2,950 feet-per-second velocity from a 24-inch barrel, generating superior ballistic coefficients that minimize drift and enable holdover calculations at 1,000+ yards with manageable correction inputs. Bergara's precision machining and headspacing standards ensure consistent round-to-round velocity spreads, critical for load development and achieving the sub-half-MOA accuracy benchmarks expected in precision rifle competitions and duty applications.

This rifle suits long-range competition shooters, designated marksman rifles (DMR) builds, and serious hunters pursuing game at extended distances where conventional rifle cartridges fall short. The short-action platform accepts standard short-action magazines and integrates seamlessly with modern tactical chassis systems, picatinny rails, and suppressor-ready muzzle devices. Handloaders benefit from 6.5 PRC's excellent case capacity and bullet selection; factory ammunition availability has expanded significantly, making this cartridge practical for both precision work and field deployment without custom loading constraints.