Introducing the FNH Ballista Long Range Precision Rifle

Published on January 19, 2013
Duration: 2:46

Benjamin Boss from FN USA introduces the FN Ballista, a modular, multi-caliber long-range precision rifle. It ships in Q1 2013 as a .338 Lapua Magnum and offers caliber conversion kits for .300 Winchester Magnum and .308 Winchester. The rifle features a folding buttstock, adjustable length of pull and cheek height, and a caliber-specific bolt head for quick changes.

Quick Summary

The FN Ballista is a modular, multi-caliber long-range precision rifle from FN USA, shipping in Q1 2013 as a .338 Lapua Magnum. It offers quick caliber conversions to .300 Winchester Magnum and .308 Winchester in about 2 minutes using minimal tools. Key features include an adjustable folding stock, ambidextrous magazine release, and a 1:9 twist polygonal rifled barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to FN Ballista
  2. 00:06FN Ballista Long Range Precision Rifle
  3. 00:11Modular Multi-Caliber Design
  4. 00:13Shipping and Calibers
  5. 00:20Caliber Conversion Kits
  6. 00:25Caliber Change Process
  7. 00:36Caliber Change Time and Tools
  8. 00:43Folding Buttstock Features
  9. 00:50Adjustable Buttstock
  10. 00:55Adjustable Butt Plate
  11. 01:08Bolt Head as Heart of System
  12. 01:23Safety Features
  13. 01:31Accessory Mounting Options
  14. 01:40.338 Lapua Magnum Barrel Specs
  15. 01:45Polygonal Rifling
  16. 01:48Alpine Muzzle Brake
  17. 01:52Flat Dark Earth Finish
  18. 01:54Dual Coat System Benefits
  19. 02:04Universal Magazine Well
  20. 02:06Ambidextrous Magazine Release
  21. 02:09Magazine Sizing
  22. 02:22Adjustable Trigger
  23. 02:28Trigger Stage Adjustment
  24. 02:35MSRP and Shipping

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers can the FN Ballista rifle be configured for?

The FN Ballista rifle ships as a .338 Lapua Magnum and can be converted to .300 Winchester Magnum and .308 Winchester using available caliber kits. The conversion process is designed to be quick and straightforward for the operator.

How quickly can the FN Ballista caliber be changed?

The caliber conversion for the FN Ballista is designed to be efficient, taking approximately 2 minutes to complete. This is achieved by changing specific parts like the bolt head and barrel, requiring only three tools.

What are the key ergonomic features of the FN Ballista rifle?

The FN Ballista features a folding buttstock adjustable for length of pull and cheek height. Additionally, the butt plate can be adjusted vertically and canted left or right using an onboard tool for a customized fit.

What is the MSRP for the FN Ballista rifle?

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the base FN Ballista rifle, configured in .338 Lapua Magnum, is $6995. This pricing was noted for its Q1 2013 release timeframe.

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