Franchi introduced the Momentum bolt-action rifle in 2018, and it is still in production. A modified version called the Momentum Elite came along earlier this year, and it was available initially in .223 Rem., 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Win. The 6.5 PRC, .300 Win. Mag. and .350 Legend were added in 2021. Also new is the Momentum Varmint Elite with a heavy barrel in .22-250, .223 Rem. and .224 Valkyrie. Respective rifling twist rates for barrels in those calibers are 1:12,1:9 and 1:7. When given the opportunity to wring out one of the new varmint rifles, I wished it would be in .224 Valkyrie because I had not shot a bolt-action rifle chambered for that cartridge. My wish was granted. Cylindrical in shape, the Varmint Elite receiver is 1.350 inches in diameter and 8.625 inches long. Its roof has the same contour as the Remington Model 700 receiver, and a Picatinny rail is attached at the factory.
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