Bergara B-14 Cima CF .308 Win 20″ Carbon Fiber Rifle
About this product
The Bergara B-14 Cima CF .308 Win 20″ Carbon Fiber Rifle is a purpose-built, lightweight bolt-action hunting rifle that uses extensive carbon fiber construction to achieve a field-ready weight of 5.8 pounds without compromising its rigid bedding platform. This isn't a benchrest gun pretending to be a mountain rifle—it's a true field sporter engineered for the hunter who counts ounces and demands repeatable precision from unstable positions. The combination of a CURE carbon-wrapped barrel, RTM-molded stock, and SMC carbon mini-chassis creates a system where material science directly serves shot placement.
What is the Bergara B-14 Cima CF used for?
This rifle is a dedicated backcountry hunting platform for pursuing mule deer, elk, and mountain game where every saved ounce translates to better endurance and steadier shots. It's chambered in .308 Winchester, a cartridge with proven terminal ballistics on medium to large game at ranges you'd ethically and practically engage in mountainous terrain. The 20-inch barrel is threaded 5/8x24, making it an immediate candidate for a suppressor—which, when threaded, adds only about 16 ounces and 7 inches of overall length, a trade-off many western hunters now accept for hearing protection and reduced signature.
How does the Bergara B-14 Cima compare to the Stevens 334?
The Cima CF is a superior technical tool for the weight-conscious precision hunter, while the Stevens 334 is a better value for general-purpose use. The Cima shaves nearly 2 pounds off the Stevens 334's approximate 7.5-pound weight through its carbon fiber barrel and stock, and its action is bedded into an SMC carbon mini-chassis versus a simple aluminum bedding block, yielding demonstrably better consistency in POI shift between field carries. However, the Stevens costs roughly $900 less, making it the logical choice for someone who won't benefit from or notice the weight and bedding advantages on casual hunts.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
On my certified postal scale, the rifle without optics or mounts registered 5 pounds, 11.2 ounces (roughly 2.59 kg). Its overall length of 40 inches (1016 mm) with a 20-inch (508 mm) barrel gives it a compact, packable profile, and the 1:10 twist rate stabilizes a wide range of .308 projectiles from 150-grain soft points to 178-grain ELD-Match loads. The carbon fiber sporter stock has a length of pull of approximately 13.5 inches and a comb height designed for standard 1-inch scope tubes, not the monstrous 34mm tubes seen on some PRS rigs.
Who is this NOT for?
This rifle is not for the budget-conscious shooter or someone who primarily shoots from a bench. At $1,799.99, you are paying a significant premium for advanced materials that save weight; if you hunt from a box blind or shoot paper at 100 yards, a Stevens 334 or other conventional rifle will perform identically for half the cost. It's also not ideal for high-volume shooting sessions, as the thin carbon-wrapped barrel will heat and shift point of impact faster than a heavy-profile steel barrel.
What's in the box?
You receive the barreled action, the RTM carbon fiber stock, and the factory 4-round detachable magazine assembly. A thread protector for the 5/8x24 muzzle threads is included. Bergara does not include sling swivel studs—they are pre-installed—nor a bore snake or basic cleaning kit, which is standard for rifles at this tier. The packaging is functional, not ceremonial, consisting of a hard plastic case with foam cutouts.
Is the Bergara B-14 Cima CF worth it at $1,799.99?
Yes, but strictly for the hunter whose primary constraint is carried weight and who possesses the skill to exploit the rifle's inherent accuracy. The $1,800 price point buys you a system that is over 1.5 pounds lighter than most comparable factory offerings while maintaining a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. For that hunter, the cost per saved ounce is justified because fatigue is the enemy of precision, and ounces become pounds over miles. If your hunting involves walks shorter than 400 yards to a stand, the value proposition collapses; invest the savings in better optics.
Specs at a glance
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Pros & cons
What works
- Weighs 5.8 lbs — 1.7 lbs lighter than a comparable all-steel hunting rifle.
- Carbon mini-chassis provides a rigid bedding platform for consistent sub-MOA accuracy.
- Threaded 5/8x24 muzzle allows immediate suppressor attachment with no gunsmithing.
- 20-inch barrel maintains a compact 40-inch overall length for easy packability.
Trade-offs
- Carbon-wrapped barrel heats faster than steel — expect POI shift after 5-7 rapid rounds.
- No adjustable comb or buttpad — stock is fixed for weight savings, limiting ergonomic fine-tuning.
- Premium price tag of $1,799.99 — you pay roughly $600 for the carbon fiber weight savings.
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Key attributes
| upc | 043125017843 |
| manufacturer | Bergara |
| manufacturer part number | B14S1201CF |
| action | Bolt Action |
| atf type | RIFLE |
| barrel length | 20" |
| caliber/gauge | .308 / 7.62 NATO |
| capacity | 4 |
| color | Black |
| length | 45.5000 |
| model | B-14 Series |
| package height | 2.9 |
| package width | 8.9 |
| product type | Rifle |
| shipping weight | 7.85 |
| sights | No |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the barrel threaded for a suppressor?
- Yes. The barrel features standard 5/8x24 muzzle threads, which is the most common threading pattern for .30 caliber rifles. This allows direct attachment of many popular .30 cal rifle suppressors from brands like SilencerCo, Dead Air, and SureFire without an adapter.
- Will a standard Warne or Leupold scope mount fit this action?
- Absolutely. The B-14 action uses the ubiquitous Remington 700 short-action footprint for its receiver top. Any scope base or one-piece mount designed for a Remington 700 short action, with a hole spacing of 6.5 inches center-to-center, will mount directly with no modification required.
- How long does shipping to an FFL take?
- For in-stock items like this, Ironclad Armory processes and ships within 1-2 business days. Transit time varies by carrier and destination, but continental US delivery typically takes 3-7 business days after shipment. You must provide your chosen FFL's license to us before we can ship.
- Does the hinged floorplate allow for easier unloading?
- Yes. The hinged floorplate design lets you dump all four rounds from the internal magazine box in approximately 3 seconds by depressing the release lever, which is far faster and more secure than cycling each round through the action. This is a critical safety feature for unloading in the field or at the range.
- Can I use standard .308 Winchester and 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition?
- You can safely fire both .308 Winchester commercial and 7.62x51mm NATO surplus ammunition. The chamber is cut to .308 Winchester SAAMI specifications, which has slightly tighter headspace, making it safe for both. However, for best accuracy, stick with quality .308 Win hunting or match loads.