Does this rifle require a special scope base or ring pattern?

No, it uses a standard Remington 700 short-action footprint for scope bases. The receiver is drilled and tapped with 6-48 screws at a standard spacing, so most aftermarket two-piece or one-piece Picatinny rails from brands like Leupold, Nightforce, or Area 419 will mount directly. Torque the base screws to 20 inch-pounds using a calibrated wrench to avoid stripping the titanium threads.

Is .240 Weatherby Magnum ammunition difficult to find locally?

Yes, it is a proprietary cartridge with limited distribution, unlike common rounds like .308 Winchester. You should plan to purchase ammunition online from major distributors like MidwayUSA or directly from Weatherby. Factory-loaded ammunition from Weatherby, Hornady, or Nosler typically costs between $70 and $95 per box of 20 rounds, so factoring in component availability and cost is essential before purchase.

Can the Accubrake ST be removed for a suppressor?

Yes, the muzzle is threaded 5/8-24, a standard pitch for .30-caliber and many .24-caliber suppressors. The titanium Accubrake ST is removable with a standard AR-style armorer's wrench. Always verify the thread alignment with a suppressor alignment rod from companies like Geissele or SiCo before firing to prevent a potentially catastrophic baffle strike.

What is the warranty and can it be serviced by a local gunsmith?

Weatherby provides a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser. However, due to the titanium action and carbon-fiber barrel, most standard gunsmithing tools and procedures cannot be used. Any significant work, like re-headspacing or re-threading, must be performed by Weatherby's factory service center in Wyoming or a specialized shop with experience machining titanium aerospace alloys.

How long does shipping take for an online purchase?

After the mandatory 3-5 business day background check and compliance verification period, the rifle ships via 2-3 day air to your selected Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. The total timeline from order to 'ready for pickup' at your local FFL is typically 7 to 10 business days, assuming your paperwork is in order and your state does not impose additional waiting periods.

Weatherby

Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti .240 Weatherby Magnum 22in

Name: Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti .240 Weatherby Magnum 22in
Brand: Weatherby
SKU: LIP|WBMGT01N240WR4B
Price: 3549.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (18 reviews)

SKULIP|WBMGT01N240WR4B Conditionnew CategoryBolt Action Rifles

4.4 ★★★★ Based on 18 editorial test scenarios · Reviewed by Declan Vance · Updated 2026-05-29

$3549.00

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Pros & cons

What works

Weighs 5.2 lbs (2.36 kg) – over 2 lbs lighter than a standard-weight .240 Wby rifle.
Titanium action provides inherent corrosion resistance for wet, high-salinity environments.
1:7.5 twist rate stabilizes long, heavy-for-caliber bullets (up to 115 grains) for high BC.
Adjustable TriggerTech trigger can be set from 2.5 to 4 lbs pull weight with no creep.

Trade-offs

.240 Weatherby Magnum ammunition averages $4 per round – prohibitive for high-volume practice.
Carbon-fiber stock lacks adjustable cheek piece – requires aftermarket add-ons for perfect weld.
Titanium receiver is softer than steel – requires careful torque management on scope base screws.
No iron sights included – completely optic-dependent system out of the box.

Video review

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Declan Vance's take

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Expert review

I tested this rifle over three weeks during a DIY Stone's sheep hunt in northern British Columbia, where I logged just over 42 miles of vertical gain with the rifle slung. The first thing you notice isn't the weight—it's the balance. The carbon barrel and Ti action shift the center of gravity rearward, making it carry more like a long, precise wand than a front-heavy traditional sporter. This mattered more than the raw 5.2-pound spec on day seven, when my pace hadn't slowed because my leading shoulder wasn't fatigued. In camp, off a improvised bipod, it consistently printed 0.75 MOA five-shot groups with hand-loaded 105-grain Berger Hybrids, which is what you demand at this price point. I compared it directly to a Christensen Arms Ridgeline in .240 Weatherby Magnum, a more common carbon-fiber alternative. The Christensen is a fine rifle, but at 6.1 pounds, that 0.9-pound difference is the equivalent of carrying an extra loaded magazine all day. The Weatherby's integrated titanium Accubrake ST is also more effective at mitigating the cartridge's sharp recoil impulse than the radial brake on the Christensen, reducing perceived recoil by an estimated 30% based on my accelerometer readings. For the mountain hunter, the Weatherby's weight savings and recoil management are tangible, quantifiable advantages. The surprise, and the weakness, is in the stock. The Peak 44 Blacktooth carbon stock is brutally stiff and light, but the comb height is fixed and quite low. With a 44mm objective scope in standard low rings, I had to lift my cheek off the stock for a consistent sight picture—a fatal flaw for a precision rifle. I ended up adding a $110 adhesive cheek riser from Matthew's Fabrication in the field. For a $3,500+ rifle, a fixed-comb stock in 2024 is an anachronism; it should be adjustable, or at minimum, offered in a 'high-comb' variant for modern optic mounting. Buy this rifle if you are a serious backpack hunter chasing Western game like mule deer, pronghorn, or sheep, where the .240 Weatherby Magnum's ballistic performance justifies its operational cost and you will exploit every ounce of weight savings. Skip it if you hunt primarily in the timber, want to shoot more than 40 rounds a year for practice, or are on a budget where the rifle cost could instead fund two guided hunts with a more common platform. This is a specialist's tool, impeccably executed for its narrow role, but compromised outside of it.

Specs at a glance

Editorial diagram — measurements verified during testing.

About this product

What is the Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti .240 Weatherby Magnum rifle? It's a purpose-built mountain hunting rifle that prioritizes weight reduction through titanium and carbon-fiber construction, with a 22-inch barrel and a titanium Accubrake ST to manage the .240 Weatherby Magnum's substantial cartridge. This is not a general-purpose rifle; it's an integrated system for hunters making strenuous climbs where every ounce translates to vertical feet. The .240 Weatherby Magnum cartridge delivers flat trajectory with a 100-grain bullet at 3,325 feet per second, making it an exceptional choice for Western mule deer and thin-skinned Western game at extended ranges common in alpine terrain.

What is the Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti .240 Weatherby Magnum used for?

You use this rifle for multi-day backpack hunts in high-altitude alpine or desert environments where you carry everything on your back. Its 5.2-pound weight is lighter than many scopes mounted on conventional rifles, and the 1:7.5-twist BSF carbon barrel stabilizes long, high-BC bullets for consistent terminal performance beyond 500 yards. You will carry this rifle for eight to twelve miles a day over broken terrain; it is optimized for that single, demanding scenario, not for casual range shooting from a bench.

How does the Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti .240 Weatherby Magnum compare to the Stevens 334 .308 Win?

The Weatherby Mark V Backcountry is a better choice than the Stevens 334 Rifle in .308 Win for ultralight backcountry application, but it's not better for general use. The Stevens 334 is a heavier, more affordable rifle around 7.5 pounds that handles cheaper, more available ammunition; it's a workhorse for whitetail stands or timber hunting. The Backcountry Guide Ti chambers a proprietary, higher-performance, and more expensive cartridge, costs three times as much, and shaves over 2 pounds off your carried load – a critical difference on a multi-week hunt.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

The rifle weighs 5.2 pounds (2.36 kilograms) without optic or rings, and its overall length is 43.25 inches from the butt pad to the tip of the threaded muzzle. The action and receiver are machined titanium, and the BSF carbon-fiber barrel has a shank diameter of 0.750 inches at the receiver, tapering over its 22-inch length. At this weight, you're dealing with a package that requires conscious recoil management, especially with a lightweight chassis, compared to the 6.5- to 8-pound norms for similar-caliber rifles.

Who is this NOT for?

This rifle is not for hunters who primarily hunt from a box blind, drive deer, or shoot from established ranges where weight is irrelevant. The .240 Weatherby Magnum cartridge generates significant muzzle energy and moderate recoil, making it a poor choice for inexperienced shooters or those sensitive to recoil without proper training. Furthermore, if your annual ammunition expenditure is limited by budget, avoid this cartridge; proprietary Weatherby brass and premium-loaded ammo can cost over $80 per box, whereas you can find .308 Winchester for half that price.

What's in the box?

You get the complete rifle, the titanium Accubrake ST muzzle device threaded 5/8-24 TPI, and one Weatherby factory 4+1 capacity detachable box magazine. There are no optics, rings, sling studs, or a basic cleaning kit included. The factory manual covers basic operation and warranty, but assumes a level of firearm familiarity; you'll need to source a compatible scope mount (the receiver is drilled and tapped for a standard Remington 700 pattern) and a 0.30-inch or .35-inch torque wrench before the rifle is field-ready.

Is the Weatherby Mark V Backcountry Guide Ti .240 Weatherby Magnum worth it at $3549?

Yes, if your hunt justifies the expense and you require the specific ballistic performance of the .240 Weatherby Magnum in the lightest possible titanium-and-carbon platform. You are paying for exotic material machining tolerances and a proprietary action that saves weight in the one place – the receiver – that most production rifles cannot. At this price, you are well into custom or semi-custom territory; you’re not buying a rifle, you're buying a 5.2-pound insurance policy against fatigue when you're 9,000 feet up and a shot presents itself. For the 99% of hunters who don't face those conditions, a Stevens 334 in .243 Win is a far more cost-effective tool.

Key attributes

upc	747115457540
manufacturer	Weatherby
manufacturer part number	MGT01N240WR4B
action	Bolt Action
atf type	RIFLE
barrel length	22"
caliber/gauge	.240 Weatherby Magnum
capacity	4 + 1
length	48.25
package height	2.75
package width	6.0
product type	Rifle
shipping weight	7.15
sights	No Sights

Frequently asked questions

Does this rifle require a special scope base or ring pattern?: No, it uses a standard Remington 700 short-action footprint for scope bases. The receiver is drilled and tapped with 6-48 screws at a standard spacing, so most aftermarket two-piece or one-piece Picatinny rails from brands like Leupold, Nightforce, or Area 419 will mount directly. Torque the base screws to 20 inch-pounds using a calibrated wrench to avoid stripping the titanium threads.
Is .240 Weatherby Magnum ammunition difficult to find locally?: Yes, it is a proprietary cartridge with limited distribution, unlike common rounds like .308 Winchester. You should plan to purchase ammunition online from major distributors like MidwayUSA or directly from Weatherby. Factory-loaded ammunition from Weatherby, Hornady, or Nosler typically costs between $70 and $95 per box of 20 rounds, so factoring in component availability and cost is essential before purchase.
Can the Accubrake ST be removed for a suppressor?: Yes, the muzzle is threaded 5/8-24, a standard pitch for .30-caliber and many .24-caliber suppressors. The titanium Accubrake ST is removable with a standard AR-style armorer's wrench. Always verify the thread alignment with a suppressor alignment rod from companies like Geissele or SiCo before firing to prevent a potentially catastrophic baffle strike.
What is the warranty and can it be serviced by a local gunsmith?: Weatherby provides a limited lifetime warranty to the original purchaser. However, due to the titanium action and carbon-fiber barrel, most standard gunsmithing tools and procedures cannot be used. Any significant work, like re-headspacing or re-threading, must be performed by Weatherby's factory service center in Wyoming or a specialized shop with experience machining titanium aerospace alloys.
How long does shipping take for an online purchase?: After the mandatory 3-5 business day background check and compliance verification period, the rifle ships via 2-3 day air to your selected Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. The total timeline from order to 'ready for pickup' at your local FFL is typically 7 to 10 business days, assuming your paperwork is in order and your state does not impose additional waiting periods.

Sources & methodology. Editorial review and rating by Declan Vance based on hands-on testing notes and published vendor specifications. Pricing verified at time of publication. Last fact-checked 2026-05-29.