Experience custom-rifle performance in a factory package with the Fierce Carbon Rival FP 6.5 PRC 22" MBTR – Model FCRFP65PRC22MM (UPC: 853418926178). Built for serious Western hunters and long-range shooters, this lightweight carbon-barreled rifle combines Fierce’s precision dual-lug action, premium C3 carbon fiber barrel, and an adjustable carbon stock to deliver true custom-shop accuracy straight out of the box. Palmetto State Armory+1
The “MBTR” configuration pairs a Midnight Bronze Cerakote steel receiver with a Trophy Camo C3 carbon fiber stock, giving you a rugged, weather-proof finish that looks as good as it shoots. Chambered in 6.5 PRC with a 22" C3 carbon fiber barrel and radial muzzle brake, the Carbon Rival FP is purpose-built for flat trajectories, high retained energy, and confident shots from timberline to open basins. Palmetto State Armory+2Impact Guns+2
Carbon Fiber Precision for Hardcore Hunters
At the heart of the Carbon Rival FP is Fierce’s proven C3 carbon fiber barrel technology—a stainless steel, match-grade, hand-lapped barrel liner wrapped in precision-tensioned carbon fiber. This design delivers: Buds Gun Shop+2Blackstone Shooting Sports+2
Lightweight handling without sacrificing stiffness
Excellent heat dissipation, helping maintain POI over extended strings
A smooth, consistent bore for outstanding accuracy and easy cleaning
Fierce backs the platform with a ½-MOA accuracy guarantee with quality ammunition, giving you the confidence to stretch shots on game and steel. Impact Guns+1
The 22" barrel is optimized for the 6.5 PRC’s high-BC bullets, delivering impressive velocity and downrange performance while keeping the rifle compact in blinds, saddles, and tight timber. Palmetto State Armory+1
Fierce Dual-Lug Action – Smooth, Strong, Fast
The Carbon Rival FP rides on a stainless steel Fierce dual-lug action designed for reliability and speed in real hunting conditions: Buds Gun Shop+2https://bdtactical.com/+2
70° bolt throw for plenty of scope clearance and rapid cycling, even with large objective optics
Precision-cut raceways and tight machining tolerances for silky bolt travel and solid lock-up
2-position safety that’s intuitive to operate from field positions
This short-action 6.5 PRC setup feeds from a 3+1 capacity hinged floorplate, combining secure ammunition storage with a classic, streamlined bottom metal profile. Palmetto State Armory+2Impact Guns+2
The receiver itself is finished in Midnight Bronze Cerakote, adding abrasion and corrosion resistance while tying in with the MBTR color scheme for a premium custom look. Palmetto State Armory+1
Bix’n Andy Match-Grade Trigger
Fierce equips the Carbon Rival FP with a Bix’n Andy match-grade adjustable trigger, one of the most respected triggers in the precision world. KYGUNCO+1
Adjustable from roughly 1–3 lbs, allowing you to tailor pull weight to your hunting or competition preference
Crisp break with minimal overtravel, helping you call every shot
Enhances the rifle’s inherent precision, especially at extended ranges
Combined with the action and barrel, this trigger system helps the Carbon Rival FP shoot like a full custom build.
C3 Carbon Stock with Adjustable Comb – Built Around the Shooter
The C3 carbon fiber stock on the Carbon Rival FP is designed for real-world field shooting, not just bench rest work: Impact Guns+2Palmetto State Armory+2
Adjustable comb (cheek piece) so you can achieve perfect eye alignment with today’s larger scopes or night-optic setups
Vertical-style pistol grip and palm swell that promote a relaxed, repeatable hand position from prone, seated, or supported shooting positions Impact Guns
High negative comb to help manage recoil by driving energy straight back, keeping the reticle on target for faster follow-up shots
The stock is finished in Trophy Camo, giving you a versatile pattern that blends well in timber, rock, and brush country while matching the carbon barrel and bronze receiver. Palmetto State Armory+1
Many Carbon Rival FP models also incorporate an integral pic rail section for bipod attachment and a solid carbon bedding system, enhancing stability and consistency between the action and stock across varying temperatures and humidity. Impact Guns+1
Muzzle Brake & 6.5 PRC Performance
From elk in steep draws to mule deer out on the sage flats, the 6.5 PRC has become a favorite among long-range hunters thanks to its: GrabAGun+1
The 22" C3 carbon barrel on this rifle is capped with a radial muzzle brake (MBTR configuration), threaded 5/8"x24 so you can also attach a suppressor or other muzzle device if desired. Palmetto State Armory+1
The brake significantly tames recoil and muzzle rise, letting you stay in the scope, spot your own shots, and run the bolt quickly on follow-ups.
Lightweight, Mountain-Ready Package
Despite its feature set, the Carbon Rival FP is built to be carried—not just shot from a bench. Short-action 22" barrel configurations typically come in around 6.3 lbs bare rifle, depending on specific options. Impact Guns
That means you get:
A true lightweight hunting rifle that’s easy to pack into high country basins or deep timber
Enough mass to remain stable in field positions and manage recoil effectively
A rifle that balances well with modern 30–34 mm tube optics without feeling nose-heavy
When you add in the ergonomics of the C3 stock and the recoil-reducing muzzle brake, you end up with a rifle that’s both easy to carry and easy to shoot well.
Key Specifications – Fierce Carbon Rival FP 6.5 PRC 22" MBTR
Why Choose the Fierce Carbon Rival FP 6.5 PRC 22" MBTR?
Select the Fierce CRB RIVALFP 6.5 PRC 22" MBTR (FCRFP65PRC22MM) if you want a rifle that truly blurs the line between custom and production:
C3 carbon fiber barrel and stock for lightweight, mountain-ready handling
Stainless dual-lug action and Bix’n Andy trigger for custom-grade precision
Adjustable comb stock and 20-plus-oz-class brake-ready barrel for modern optics and long-range performance
6.5 PRC chambering for flat trajectories and excellent terminal ballistics at extended ranges
A proven ½-MOA accuracy guarantee that gives you confidence every time you step behind the rifle
From high-country elk and mule deer to long-range steel, the Fierce Carbon Rival FP 6.5 PRC 22" MBTR is built to perform when the shot of a lifetime presents itself.
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