Anschutz 54.30A BR-50 Benchrest Stainless Steel Rifle

Product Description

Anschutz 54.30A BR-50 Benchrest Stainless Steel Rifle

For the serious benchrest competitor, smallbore precision isn’t just a goal—it’s an absolute requirement. The Anschutz 54.30A BR-50 single-shot .22 LR rifle is built from the ground up for one purpose: to win matches at 50 yards and beyond. This premium German-made benchrest rifle combines a legendary pedigree with modern engineering, giving you the confidence to squeeze every last fraction of an inch out of your groups. Whether you’re competing in ARA, IR50/50, or local club-level BR-50 matches, this rifle arrives ready to perform right out of the walnut-stocked box.

A Match 54 Action Reimagined for Ultimate Stiffness and Speed
The heart of this .22 LR benchrest rifle is the re-engineered Match 54.30 action. While it honors the legacy of the iconic Anschutz 54, this barreled action takes a giant leap forward. By relocating the ejection port rearward by 30mm and reducing its size, the design achieves a 33% increase in receiver rigidity—critical for shot-to-shot consistency in the unforgiving world of rimfire benchrest. A shorter, lighter firing pin reduces lock time to an almost imperceptible level. The deeply threaded, large-surface barrel joint further locks the stainless steel match barrel into the blued steel receiver, creating a single, harmonious unit that resists vibration. It’s a benchmark in rimfire accuracy.

Glass-Rod Trigger Break, Adjustable to Your Finger
Ask any benchrest shooter what matters most, and a world-class trigger is always at the top of the list. The factory-installed 5018 two-stage trigger is widely considered one of the finest rimfire triggers ever produced. It comes set at a feather-light 4.4 ounces (125g) from the Anschutz factory, but you can fine-tune the let-off across a broad 2.4 to 7.0-ounce range. Want a single-stage feel? A quick internal adjustment transforms the pull to your liking. The blade itself can be shifted fore and aft, canted, and raised or lowered to achieve a perfect, repeatable finger placement every time you settle onto the bags.

Heavy Stainless Steel Match Barrel Built for Tiny Bugholes
This isn’t a lightweight sporter barrel. The 26-inch heavy match barrel on the 54.30A BR-50 is a full 0.944 inches in diameter at the muzzle, engineered to provide maximum rigidity and sit dead-flat on your front rest with zero hop. The stainless steel construction shrugs off the elements, while the 8-groove, 1:16.5″ twist rifling is optimized for the world’s best .22 LR match ammunition. A recessed target crown ensures the critical rifling exit is protected from dings and cleaning rod wear, preserving the pinpoint accuracy that competitive benchrest shooters demand match after match.

An Adjustable Benchrest Stock That Works With You, Not Against You
The BR-50 walnut stock is a masterclass in purpose-driven design. The fore-end is remarkably wide and perfectly flat to maximize contact on the front bag, which is essential for repeatable benchrest accuracy. Anschutz engineers also made the fore-end tip replaceable, so years of sliding on rest bags won’t compromise that critical flat surface. The steep, straight grip angle guides your hand into a natural, repeatable position, while the fully adjustable rubber 4709A butt plate lets you dial in height and length-of-pull for a solid, no-slip pocket in your shoulder. This stock isn’t about flashy looks; it’s about turning a solid position into a competitive advantage.

Key Specifications at a Glance

• Caliber: .22 LR (Single Shot, No Magazine)

• Action: Stainless Steel Bolt, Blued Steel Receiver with 11mm Dovetail for Scope Mounting

• Barrel: 26″ Heavy Stainless Steel Match Barrel, .944″ Muzzle Diameter, Recessed Target Crown

• Trigger: 5018 Two-Stage Adjustable (Also Adjustable to Single Stage), 4.4 oz (125g) Factory Setting

• Stock: BR-50 Walnut U2 with Adjustable Rubber Butt Plate, Flat Wide Forend

• Overall Weight: A planted 10.4 lbs (4600g) for Maximum Stability

• Overall Length: 46 inches (1160mm)

• Handedness: Right Handed

This is a zero-compromise .22 LR competition rifle for the shooter who analyzes wind flags, sorts ammunition by rim thickness, and lives for measuring groups with a caliper. The Anschutz 54.30A BR-50 is here to set new personal bests and collect match wins. It delivers the heritage, the engineering, and the out-of-the-box accuracy that serious benchrest shooters trust.