Weatherby Mark V Apex Rifle 6.5 Weatherby RPM, 4+1, FDE

About this product

The Weatherby Mark V Apex Rifle is a 6.5-pound short-action hunting and precision rifle that combines Weatherby's flagship Mark V steel action with a lightweight carbon-fiber stock and modernized muzzle device management. This specific chambering in 6.5 Weatherby RPM delivers a noteworthy ballistic advantage over legacy 6.5mm cartridges, and the Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish offers functional non-reflectivity in most terrain. The rifle ships ready for optics with a drilled-and-tapped receiver, a 5/8x24 threaded muzzle for suppressor attachment, and a TriggerTech unit for predictable break.

What is the Weatherby Mark V Apex used for?

This rifle is built for precision hunting at extended ranges and field sessions where weight and follow-up shot recovery are critical. The 6.5 Weatherby RPM cartridge launches 140-grain bullets at approximately 3100 feet-per-second, which yields a flatter trajectory and higher retained energy at distance than a standard .308 Win. Combine that with the Peak 44 Bastion stock's 23-ounce vertical-grip chassis system and the Accubrake ST, and you have a package optimized for 500-yard-plus engagements on game like mule deer and pronghorn.

How does the Weatherby Mark V Apex compare to the Stevens 334 Rifle?

The Mark V Apex is mechanically superior for precision work, while the Stevens 334 serves as a reliable, economical entry point. The Mark V's nine-lug bolt head provides a notably smoother primary extraction under pressure and a 54-degree bolt lift versus the Stevens' 90-degree lift. Where the Apex justifies its higher cost is in its integrated recoil management system and the premium 1:8-twist, 24-inch fluted barrel, which will stabilize a wider range of high-BC, heavy-for-caliber bullets for elite long-range performance.

What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?

This Apex configuration has a published weight of 6.5 lbs., with an overall length of 43.75 inches and a 24-inch barrel. The receiver is milled to accept Picatinny-style rails via its #8-40 screw pattern, and the 5/8x24 muzzle thread provides 0.625 inches of external barrel diameter for direct-thread or muzzle device attachment. The carbon-fiber stock contributes significantly to the sub-7-pound total, allowing for a day-long carry weight that undercuts most competing precision rifles by 1.5 to 2 pounds.

Who is this NOT for?

This is not a rifle for budget-conscious plinkers or those seeking a traditional walnut-and-blue-steel aesthetic. The 6.5 Weatherby RPM is a proprietary, non-milsurp cartridge with factory ammunition priced around $75 per box of 20, making high-volume practice prohibitively expensive. The vertical-grip stock and muzzle brake also make it less ideal for close-quarters, fast-handling brush hunting where a slick, lightweight sporter barrel would be preferable, like the kind found on our Stevens 334 in .243 Win for whitetail.

What's in the box?

The rifle ships with the Accubrake ST muzzle brake pre-installed, one 4-round AICS-pattern polymer magazine, and a basic owner's manual with warranty card. No optics, rings, bipod, or cleaning kit are included. The thread protector is not provided separately, as the muzzle device is torqued to 25 foot-pounds at assembly—you'll need a proper wrench if you plan to remove the brake for suppressor mounting.

Is the Weatherby Mark V Apex worth it at $2543.99?

At this price point, it is a justified investment for the hunter or shooter who values the Mark V action's strength and wants a modern, lightweight chassis system without a custom build. You are paying for the complete integration of Weatherby's controlled-round feed action, the carbon-fiber stock system, and the proprietary high-performance cartridge. For a shooter who needs that specific performance envelope, it's a complete, ready-to-go solution that would cost significantly more to piece together from aftermarket components.