First Look: Rossi LWC Rifles

A single shot, break-action rifle available in a wide range of calibers.

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posted on May 30, 2024
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Rossi LWC Rifles

Rossi USA is unveiling a line of single-shot rifles, the new Rossi LWC (Lightweight Carbine). Available in an array of calibers, this lineup delivers the performance and versatility a shooter, hunter or enthusiast needs, now in a lightweight, easy to carry package.

Rossi LWC rifles are precision engineered for easy handling and maneuverability without skimping on power or accuracy. All models have a threaded barrel design across the entire family, making them ideal for use with a suppressor host. There are also a wide selection of calibers to choose from, including .350 Legend, .300 BLK, 5.56 NATO, 6.5 Creedmoor, .357 Mag, .44 Mag. and 8.6 BLK, allowing to choose a rifle that meets your unique needs.

All of the rifles in the LWC line are single-shot, break-action firearms with a 16.5 inch barrel, with twist rates that vary with caliber. They all have a short section on top of the receiver for you to mount your choice of optic your rifle. The stock is polymer, the frame is steel with a poly overmold and the barrel is made from alloy steel with a black oxide finish. There is also a cross-bolt safety and transfer bar on the hammer. 

Rossi LWC Specifications:

  • Caliber: Varies
  • Capacity: 1 round
  • Action: Break-open, hammer-fired
  • Weight: 5 pounds, 4 ounces
  • Height: 7.25 inches
  • Width: 1.69 inches
  • Length: 31.5 inches
  • Barrel Length: 16.5 inches
  • Twist Rate: Varies by caliber

MSRP for each model in the Lightweight Carbine lineup is $333.99, and more information on these rifles or other products from Rossi USA is available at rossiusa.com.

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