Mossberg Patriot Predator Bolt-Action Rifle in 7mm PRC: First Look

Mossberg has announced the latest iteration of their Patriot Predator bolt-action rifle series, chambered in 7mm PRC. Designed to outperform existing 7mm cartridges in a standard long-action rifle, the 7mm PRC from Hornady is a match-grade cartridge that delivers consistent velocity and repeatable accuracy.

Mossberg noted that the cartridge would be a good fit for the suppressor-ready Patriot Predator platform. Two synthetic-stocked models are available with 24-inch barrel length and 1:8 twist rate to maximize the performance of the 7mm PRC cartridge.

The Patriot Predator bolt-action is based on Mossberg’s twin-lug push-feed machined-steel action, fed from a flush polymer magazine. The free-floating, carbon steel barrel is threaded (5/8”-24 threads per inch) for ease of adding a suppressor or muzzle brake, includes a protective thread cap, has a 11-degree match crown and is fluted. For the addition of optics, the Patriot Predator is equipped with a receiver mounted Picatinny rail. Patriot rifles feature a user-adjustable trigger with a 2 to 7-pound range of adjustment. The rifle also features an oversized bolt handle, spiral-fluted bolt and sling swivel studs.

Stock options include a Flat Dark Earth stock with matte blue metal finish and TrueTimber Strata-camouflaged stock with complementing Patriot Brown Cerakote metal finish. For more information, visit mossberg.com.

Mossberg Patriot Predator 7mm PRC

• Type: Bolt-Action
• Caliber: 7mm PRC
• Capacity: 3+1
• Barrel Length: 24 in.
• Twist Rate: 1:8
• Sights: Picatinny Rail
• Overall Length: 44.25 in.
• LOP: 13.75 in.
• Stock/Finish: Classic-Style Synthetic FDE
• Weight: 6 lbs., 8 oz.
• MSRP: $519(Matte Blue), $616(Brown Cerakote)