Mossberg Patriot Predator 7mm PRC 24-Inch Rifle

Description

The Patriot Predator is Mossberg’s working rifle for hunters who need a bolt action that can handle larger, longer-range cartridges without a premium price tag. Chambered in 7mm PRC, it sits in a caliber designed around high-BC, heavy-for-caliber projectiles that hold velocity well past 500 yards — making it a practical choice for open-country hunting where shots on elk, mule deer, or similar game can stretch out considerably.

The 24-inch barrel earns its length here. The 7mm PRC was developed with longer barrels in mind; the extra tube allows the powder charge to burn more completely, translating directly into the muzzle velocity the cartridge was designed to deliver. Cutting that barrel shorter would leave performance on the table. The barrel is both fluted and threaded: fluting removes material to reduce weight and increase surface area for cooling during sustained use, while the threaded muzzle allows the shooter to mount a muzzle device without gunsmithing work.

The OD Green synthetic stock resists the weather conditions that hunting rifles routinely encounter — moisture, temperature swings, and field handling — without the weight or maintenance demands of wood. The matte blued finish on the metal keeps glare down in the field. Capacity runs at 3+1, which is standard for this class of bolt-action hunting rifle and consistent with what most jurisdictions allow for big-game seasons. The action is right-hand only. Overall, this is a purpose-built field rifle that makes a strong case for the 7mm PRC as a go-to long-range hunting round without requiring the shooter to spend significantly more to get there.