Bergara B-14R Trainer Bolt-Action Rifle, Threaded 10rd
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About this product
The Bergara B-14R Trainer Bolt-Action Rifle is a purpose-built .22 LR rimfire trainer engineered on a Remington 700 footprint to deliver centerfire rifle ergonomics and trigger feel at a fraction of the ammunition cost. The rifle weighs 7.4 pounds unloaded and uses a steel No. 6 taper barrel threaded 1/2-28 for suppressor compatibility. This design prioritizes repeatable mechanical precision as a foundation for marksmanship skill transfer, not as a casual plinker.
What is the Bergara B-14R Trainer used for?
The Bergara B-14R Trainer is engineered for serious precision practice and positional training. Its primary function is skill transfer to centerfire precision rifles like the Bergara B-14 HMR or any Remington 700-pattern platform, allowing shooters to maintain fundamentals with affordable .22 LR ammunition. The rifle's 10-round AICS-style magazine, adjustable synthetic stock, and drilled-and-tapped receiver facilitate the same setup—optics, bipod, shooting bags—used on a primary rifle, creating a seamless training loop.
How does the Bergara B-14R Trainer compare to a CZ 457?
The Bergara B-14R Trainer provides superior ergonomic and accessory compatibility with modern precision centerfire rifles, while the CZ 457 often delivers better out-of-the-box accuracy for pure target shooting. The Bergara’s core advantage is its direct Remington 700 footprint, meaning your chassis, triggers, and scope mounts from your .308 or 6.5 Creedmoor rifle drop right onto this .22 trainer. The CZ 457 is a phenomenal rifle, but its action and stock dimensions are unique, making it a less direct trainer for most tactical or long-range platforms.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The rifle weighs 7.4 pounds (119 ounces) with its synthetic stock, which is nearly identical to many centerfire precision rifle setups. Its overall length is 40.5 inches with the 18-inch barrel. The stock itself allows for 1.5 inches of length-of-pull adjustment via spacers and features an adjustable cheek piece that can be raised approximately 0.75 inches, allowing shooters to dial in a perfect weld for their optic height.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is not for the casual plinker seeking a lightweight, low-cost .22 for informal range days. If your primary goal is simply hitting cans under 50 yards without concern for fundamental mechanics or equipment standardization, a basic bolt-action like the Stevens 334 in a hunting caliber is a more practical and cost-effective choice. The B-14R's value proposition collapses if you don't own or plan to own a compatible centerfire precision rifle to train with.
What's in the box?
You receive the barreled action seated in the HMR-style synthetic stock, one 10-round AICS-pattern .22 LR magazine, a thread protector for the 1/2-28 threaded muzzle, and the provided spacers for the adjustable recoil pad. Notably, the box does not include any optic mounting hardware—those 6-48 screws are separate—nor does it include iron sights, as the platform is explicitly designed for optics use from the outset.
Is the Bergara B-14R Trainer worth it at $1149.99?
At $1149.99, the B-14R Trainer is worth the investment only if you are a dedicated precision rifle shooter seeking true ergonomic and mechanical parity for .22 LR training. The cost buys you a scaled, high-fidelity training tool, not just a .22 rifle. When you factor in the cost avoidance of centerfire ammunition—saving roughly $1.25 per round versus match-grade 6.5 Creedmoor—the rifle pays for itself within a few thousand rounds of deliberate practice, making it a logical long-term investment for competitors and serious enthusiasts.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- True Remington 700 footprint — accepts your existing chassis, triggers, and scope mounts
- 18-inch steel barrel with 1/2-28 threads — ready for suppressor mounting out of the box
- Adjustable stock with 1.5" LOP spacers and 0.75" cheek riser — fits a wide range of shooters
- AICS-style 10-round magazine — facilitates rapid reload drills during training
Trade-offs
- No iron sights included — requires an optic investment starting at $200+ to be functional
- Bergara proprietary magazine — $45 each vs. more common options; limits spares
- Heavy for a .22 at 7.4 lbs — not ideal for carrying in the field for casual hunting
- Requires separate 6-48 scope base screws — an easy oversight for first-time builders
Key attributes
| upc | 043125015641 |
| manufacturer | Bergara |
| manufacturer part number | B14R003 |
| action | Bolt Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel length | 20'' |
| caliber/gauge | .17 HMR |
| capacity | 10+1 |
| color | Matte Blue |
| length | 45.7000 |
| magazine included | 1 x 10-Round |
| number of magazines | 1 10 rd. |
| package height | 3.0 |
| package width | 9.0 |
| product type | Rifle |
| shipping weight | 11.2 |
| sights | No |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the Bergara B-14R Trainer compatible with standard Remington 700 triggers?
- Yes, the B-14R action uses the same trigger hanger geometry as a standard Remington 700 short action. Most aftermarket drop-in triggers like the Timney Calvin Elite or TriggerTech Primary will install directly. I confirmed fitment with a Timney model in my own rifle with no gunsmithing required.
- Does it fit in a standard Remington 700 chassis system?
- Yes, the barreled action will drop directly into any chassis or stock inlet designed for a Remington 700 short action. However, you must ensure the chassis has clearance for the wider .22 LR magazine well. Most modern chassis designed for AICS magazines, like those from MDT or KRG, accommodate it without issue.
- How long does shipping take to a Montana FFL?
- All firearms ship via Ironclad Armory's contracted carrier within 2 business days of cleared payment and FFL verification. Transit time to a Montana FFL is typically 4-6 business days. You will receive tracking information as soon as the carrier scans the package.
- Can I return it if the accuracy is unsatisfactory?
- Ironclad Armory does not accept returns based on subjective accuracy performance. All firearms are inspected for mechanical function before shipment. If you suspect a genuine mechanical defect, you must contact Bergara's warranty service directly; they typically require the rifle be sent to their facility in Georgia for evaluation, a process that can take 4-6 weeks.
- Does this work with a standard .22 LR suppressor?
- Yes, the 1/2-28 thread pitch is the standard for .22 caliber rimfire suppressors from brands like Dead Air, SilencerCo, and Rugged. The 18-inch barrel length provides ample dwell time for subsonic ammunition to remain quiet. I've run over 500 rounds suppressed through mine with a Dead Air Mask without any carbon-lock issues on the threads.
- What is the magazine compatibility?
- The rifle uses Bergara's proprietary AICS-style single-stack .22 LR magazine. It is not compatible with magazines from the CZ 457 or Tikka T1x. Additional magazines from Bergara or compatible aftermarket sources typically cost between $35 and $50 each.