Weatherby® Adds Carbon Barrel to Model 307 Line

In the summer of 2023, Weatherby introduced the Model 307 action. This new action was designed to complement the historic Mark V® and Vanguard® lineups by offering a new platform that was value-rich, innovative, and could accommodate a wide variety of after-market accessories. Since the launch of Model 307 Weatherby has released several rifle models but today is the first to feature a carbon barrel. 

Model 307 Alpine MDT Carbon Starting at $3,499 

About the Model 307 Action 

The Model 307 is a 2-lug design equipped with an M-16 style extractor for smooth and reliable cycling. The bolt has a unique tool-less disassembly feature that makes it easy to break down for cleaning and field maintenance. The action’s cylindrical design accommodates Stiller/Savage® scope mounts and is threaded for 8-40 screws, the Alpine MDT Carbon model comes equipped with Peak 44’s Picatinny rail (JRAIL) making it optics-ready out of the box. 

MDT HNT26 Chassis 

The Alpine MDT Carbon sits on MDT’s lightweight HNT26 stock, which is their first purpose-built hunting rifle chassis. This stock provides all of the benefits one expects from a chassis system such as v-block bedding, adjustable length of pull, adjustable cheek riser, and AICS magazine compatibility. The chassis is constructed of a magnesium alloy, carbon fiber forend, carbon fiber pistol grip, and carbon fiber buttstock. The forend has an integral ARCA rail for easy attachment to a tripod and QD mounts for sling attachments. The foldable buttstock cuts off 9” of length when collapsed making it compact for storage and hiking into your favorite hunting spot. 

BSF Barrels 

BSF uses carbon fiber in a way that no other carbon barrel manufacturer does, leading to unmatched accuracy and heat dispersion properties. After BSF turns down a 416R stainless steel match barrel they sleeve it with carbon fiber and load it under tension. Because it’s under tension, as the barrel heats up it keeps the rifling straighter, resulting in a stiffer, more rigid barrel. Most competitors use a wrapping method that has been proven to trap heat and cause delamination. With BSF’s proprietary method, 95% of the carbon fiber does not touch the contoured barrel, creating air gaps and allowing air to foil around the steel and cool the barrel faster. The high-quality carbon fiber is designed to move at the same expansion rate as the 416R stainless steel resulting in a vibration dampening effect. What does that

mean? It means the carbon fiber absorbs the shock and vibration allowing more consistent groups. All Weatherby rifles are guaranteed to shoot a 3-shot SUB-MOA group at 100 yards with factory-loaded ammunition. All barrels are threaded ⅝-24. 

Shorter Barrel Legnths 

The Alpine MDT Carbon line features shorter barrels on Weatherby Magnum Calibers. Most barrels will be 2” shorter than traditional offerings (excluding 6.5-300). 

TriggerTech Trigger 

TriggerTech’s trigger provides a true zero-creep break and is externally adjustable down to 2.5 lbs. Precision cut stainless steel components ensure consistent trigger pulls from shot to shot in a safe, reliable, and corrosion resistant package. 

NEW! Accubrake DST 

The Accubrake DST is a side-ported directional self-timing brake. Side-ported brakes direct gases to the left and right reducing mizzle rise and drastically reducing felt recoil. A timing nut allows users to easily self-time the brake without the aid of a gunsmith. 

Cerakote® Finish 

All metal work is finished with a weather-resistant and durable Cerkaote coating. 

13 Chamberings Available 

Available in standard short and long actions, the Alpine MDT Carbon offers some of Weatherby’s historic magnum cartridges but is also available in some of the most popular cartridges on the market. SA: 6.5 CM, 243, 308 Win 

LG:240 WBY, 257 WBY, 6.5 WBY RPM, 6.5-300 WBY, 280 AI, 28 Nosler, 7mm PRC, 300 Win, 300 PRC, 300 WBY 

Made in Sheridan, WY 

All Model 307 rifles are built at Weatherby’s headquarters Sheridan, Wy. 

“As you look back at our long history, each new rifle came with a purpose. My grandfather released the Mark V in 1958 and it quickly became known as the strongest action in the world. The purpose was simple and clear. He wanted to develop an action that could house his high powered magnum cartridges with a set of unique and distinct features. As the years went by, it was evident there were many hunters and shooters who wanted to own a Weatherby but simply could not afford the Mark V. So, in 1971 the Vanguard was released with the purpose of providing the quality that people would expect of Weatherby while remaining affordable for a wide array of sportsman. While these two actions have been widely accepted over the years and used with great success, the purpose in the design of the Model 307 is a new and different one for Weatherby. With more accessories available for a 700 platform than any other bolt action rifle in the world, the goal for our third action was to come up with a design that could accommodate the vast offerings of stocks, triggers, rails, mounts, magazines, etc… that exist in the marketplace. While keeping the importance of compatibility in mind, we also committed ourselves to keeping this “made in the USA” rifle with a feature set and price that rivals anything out there all while keeping the quality our customers would expect from a Weatherby.” -Adam Weatherby

For more information about our new offerings visit weatherby.com. 

For the product page visit https://weatherby.com/store/model-307-alpine-mdt-carbon/ About Weatherby 

Founded in 1945, Weatherby, Inc. is a family-owned company that continues to fuel the passion of hunters and shooters around the globe by building some of the world’s finest firearms. With a legacy of setting new standards in ballistics and performance, the company is committed to redefining excellence on the range and in the field. The Weatherby line features the new Model 307, legendary Mark V rifles (production and custom), accessible and popular Vanguard® rifles as well as shotguns like the Orion®, Element® and 18i®. Weatherby’s premium ammunition and shooting accessories are also the choice for discerning shooters worldwide. The company is based in Sheridan, WY and invites all hunters and shooters to follow them in social media at @weatherbyinc on Facebook and Instagram. For more information about Weatherby, please visit weatherby.com.