The Mossberg 28231 Patriot Carbine in 450 Bushmaster is a compact, hard-hitting bolt-action rifle built for hunters who need stopping power in a maneuverable package. This 18-inch carbine splits the difference between a full-size rifle and a short-barreled truck gun—easy to handle in tight cover or from a treestand, but with enough barrel length to deliver the substantial velocity that makes 450 Bushmaster such an effective round. At 6.4 pounds with a 38.25-inch overall length, it's the kind of rifle you'll actually want to carry all day.

The threaded bull barrel comes suppressor-ready (11/16-24 TPI threading) and finished in matte blue, paired with a matte blued receiver topped by a Picatinny rail for optics mounting. The receiver's recessed match barrel crown keeps accuracy tight, while the spiral fluted bolt and oversized handle make for smooth, confident cycling. Mossberg's LBA user-adjustable trigger lets you dial it in from 2 to 7 pounds—a feature that matters more than marketing departments admit.

A fixed synthetic stock in black keeps weight down and maintenance minimal, with a 13.75-inch length of pull that works well for most shooters in light gear. The 5+1 capacity (four in the magazine, one ready to chamber) is standard for the platform. This Patriot Carbine is purpose-built for hunters working thick country, predator control, or anyone who values maneuverability without sacrificing the ballistics of a serious cartridge.

The Mossberg 28231 Patriot Carbine in 450 Bushmaster is a compact, hard-hitting bolt-action rifle built for hunters who need stopping power in a maneuverable package. This 18-inch carbine splits the difference between a full-size rifle and a short-barreled truck gun—easy to handle in tight cover or from a treestand, but with enough barrel length to deliver the substantial velocity that makes 450 Bushmaster such an effective round. At 6.4 pounds with a 38.25-inch overall length, it's the kind of rifle you'll actually want to carry all day.

The threaded bull barrel comes suppressor-ready (11/16-24 TPI threading) and finished in matte blue, paired with a matte blued receiver topped by a Picatinny rail for optics mounting. The receiver's recessed match barrel crown keeps accuracy tight, while the spiral fluted bolt and oversized handle make for smooth, confident cycling. Mossberg's LBA user-adjustable trigger lets you dial it in from 2 to 7 pounds—a feature that matters more than marketing departments admit.

A fixed synthetic stock in black keeps weight down and maintenance minimal, with a 13.75-inch length of pull that works well for most shooters in light gear. The 5+1 capacity (four in the magazine, one ready to chamber) is standard for the platform. This Patriot Carbine is purpose-built for hunters working thick country, predator control, or anyone who values maneuverability without sacrificing the ballistics of a serious cartridge.