Varmint work demands rifles that balance lightweight handling with repeatable accuracy and manageable recoil. Hunters and precision shooters want a platform that tunes out vibration, cycles smoothly, and lets optics do the aiming—without punishing follow-up shots.

FRANCHI MOMENTUM VARMIT ELITE is a purpose-built bolt-action that brings recoil reduction and MOA-capable accuracy together in a configurable, weather-resistant package. Below is a focused breakdown of the design features that make it suitable for long days in the field and tight, accurate strings on target.

Overview of key specifications

Category: Bolt Action. Price: $1149.99. The platform centers on an EVOLVED EGONOM-X synthetic stock engineered specifically for varmint hunting, with a removable cheek rest and a removable checkered-polymer grip for positive control in wet conditions. A medium TSA recoil pad (LOP 14″) reduces felt recoil up to 50 percent, improving shooter comfort and follow-up accuracy.

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Performance features that matter

The heavy, spiral-fluted, free-floating barrel is finished in a weather-resistant, glare-reducing Midnight Bronze Cerakote and terminates in a 5/8″-24 threaded muzzle fitted with a muzzle brake tuned for MOA-level groups. Barrel fluting and the heavy contour reduce barrel whip and speed cool-down, both critical for consistent point of impact during extended strings.

Action and trigger

The fluted RELIA bolt uses three large locking lugs and a short 60-degree throw for fast, reliable cycling. The adjustable RELIA trigger can be set between 2–4 lbs for a crisp, repeatable break—ideal for varmint work where precise trigger control translates directly to tighter groups. A one-piece Picatinny rail on the receiver simplifies optics mounting.

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Why this rifle stands out

For shooters focused on varminting and small-target precision, the FRANCHI MOMENTUM VARMIT ELITE combines practical ergonomics with recoil-mitigation and a precision-oriented barrel/action package at a competitive price point. Two removable magazines—one flush, one extended—add field flexibility, and the removable cheek rest and polymer grip let you tailor the fit to mission and weather.

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