The Springfield Armory Heatseeker 6.5 Creedmoor combines precision engineering with lightweight construction for competitive shooting and hunting applications. This bolt-action rifle features a carbon fiber barrel wrapped around a steel core, delivering exceptional accuracy while reducing overall weight by approximately 40% compared to traditional steel barrels. The Cerakote Coyote Brown finish provides superior corrosion resistance in harsh field conditions.
What Makes This Different
The carbon fiber barrel construction sets this rifle apart from conventional hunting rifles, offering the rigidity of steel with significantly reduced weight. The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge provides exceptional ballistic performance with less recoil than traditional magnum calibers, making it ideal for extended shooting sessions. The barrel's carbon fiber wrap dissipates heat more efficiently than steel, maintaining accuracy during rapid-fire sequences. This combination delivers sub-MOA accuracy potential while keeping the rifle manageable for all-day hunting or competition use.
Key Features
- 16-inch carbon fiber wrapped barrel for reduced weight and improved heat dissipation
- 6.5 Creedmoor chambering with 5+1 capacity for extended range performance
- Coyote Brown Cerakote finish rated for 2,400+ hours salt spray resistance
- Bolt-action design with 60-degree bolt throw for rapid cycling
- Adjustable trigger system with 2.5-5 pound pull weight range
- Picatinny rail system for optics mounting and accessory attachment
- Synthetic stock with ergonomic grip and length-of-pull adjustment
The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge excels in long-range applications, maintaining supersonic velocity beyond 1,200 yards with appropriate ammunition. The carbon fiber barrel maintains consistent point of impact through temperature variations, crucial for precision shooting competitions. The rifle's balance point and reduced barrel weight make it suitable for extended hunting trips where weight savings matter. The Cerakote finish withstands harsh weather conditions without compromising the rifle's appearance or function.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
- Barrel Length: 16 inches, carbon fiber wrapped
- Overall Length: Approximately 36 inches
- Weight: Approximately 6.8 pounds
- Capacity: 5+1 rounds
- Finish: Coyote Brown Cerakote
- Stock: Synthetic with adjustable features
- Action: Bolt-action with 60-degree throw
- Rail: Picatinny top rail for optics
- Country of Origin: United States
This rifle represents Springfield Armory's commitment to precision manufacturing and innovative materials technology. The carbon fiber barrel construction and proven 6.5 Creedmoor chambering create a platform suitable for competitive shooting, hunting, and long-range applications where accuracy and weight reduction are priorities.