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Weatherby Mark V Live Wild Carbon 280Ai 24$3,099.00
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The Weatherby Mark V Live Wild Carbon in .280 Ackley Improved is a lightweight, purpose-built hunting rifle engineered for backcountry hunters who demand serious performance without the weight penalty. Built on Weatherby's legendary Mark V action—a design that's earned its reputation through decades of accuracy and reliability—this left-hand rifle combines a BSF carbon fiber barrel with a Peak 44 carbon fiber stock to deliver a package that climbs, travels, and shoots as hard as you hunt.
Designed in collaboration with seasoned hunter Remi Warren, the Live Wild Carbon distills what serious mountain hunters actually need: minimal weight to cover ground, excellent heat management from the carbon barrel, and a stock engineered for strength without bulk. The .280 Ackley Improved chambering gives you a flat-shooting cartridge with enough power for most North American game, and the 24-inch barrel balances velocity with maneuverability in tight country. This is a rifle that rewards preparation and skill, not excuses.
Finish work on the Live Wild Carbon reflects form meeting function: the barrel is Spiral Fluted and finished in Carbon Grey Cerakote for corrosion resistance and a modern aesthetic, while the receiver and trigger guard receive matching Carbon Grey Cerakote. The bolt, bolt knob, and safety are finished in Graphite Black Cerakote for visual distinction. The stock showcases Peak 44 Bastion exposed carbon fiber with black and grey sponge pattern accents—purposeful design that looks the part because it's built for it.
If you're a left-handed shooter tired of being an afterthought in the premium rifle market, this is your gun. The Mark V platform delivers the accuracy, durability, and ergonomics serious hunters depend on when the conditions get ugly and the country gets rough.
| Brand | Weatherby |
| Model | Mark V Live Wild Carbon |
| Chambering | .280 Ackley Improved |
| Barrel Length | 24 inches |
| Barrel Material | BSF Carbon Fiber, Spiral Fluted |
| Barrel Finish | Carbon Grey Cerakote |
| Stock | Peak 44 Bastion Carbon Fiber |
| Stock Pattern | Exposed carbon fiber with black and grey sponge accents |
| Action | Mark V |
| Receiver/Trigger Guard Finish | Carbon Grey Cerakote |
| Bolt/Bolt Knob/Safety Finish | Graphite Black Cerakote |
| Hand Configuration | Left-Handed |
This is a genuine left-hand rifle built on the Mark V action. Weatherby engineered it for left-handed shooters, not merely flipped a right-handed model. The bolt operates, the safety functions, and the ergonomics all work naturally for southpaws.
The .280 AI is a "improved" version of the standard .280 Remington—it uses the same bullet but with a larger case capacity for higher velocities and flatter trajectories. It's an excellent choice for extended-range hunting without requiring a magnum-length action.
Weatherby designed the BSF carbon barrel and Peak 44 carbon stock specifically to minimize weight for mountain hunting. We don't have the exact weight comparison in our data, but carbon fiber is standard throughout—from barrel to stock—for the lightest possible build.
The Mark V Live Wild Carbon comes as a barreled action and stock assembly. You'll need to install a scope and ensure your setup is properly zeroed before hunting. We recommend having a gunsmith verify the action torque specs if you're not experienced with rifle assembly.
SKU: 198468534 • Weight: 8.5oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Weatherby Mark V Live Wild Carbon in .280 Ackley Improved is a lightweight, purpose-built hunting rifle engineered for backcountry hunters who demand serious performance without the weight penalty. Built on Weatherby's legendary Mark V action—a design that's earned its reputation through decades of accuracy and reliability—this left-hand rifle combines a BSF carbon fiber barrel with a Peak 44 carbon fiber stock to deliver a package that climbs, travels, and shoots as hard as you hunt.
Designed in collaboration with seasoned hunter Remi Warren, the Live Wild Carbon distills what serious mountain hunters actually need: minimal weight to cover ground, excellent heat management from the carbon barrel, and a stock engineered for strength without bulk. The .280 Ackley Improved chambering gives you a flat-shooting cartridge with enough power for most North American game, and the 24-inch barrel balances velocity with maneuverability in tight country. This is a rifle that rewards preparation and skill, not excuses.
Finish work on the Live Wild Carbon reflects form meeting function: the barrel is Spiral Fluted and finished in Carbon Grey Cerakote for corrosion resistance and a modern aesthetic, while the receiver and trigger guard receive matching Carbon Grey Cerakote. The bolt, bolt knob, and safety are finished in Graphite Black Cerakote for visual distinction. The stock showcases Peak 44 Bastion exposed carbon fiber with black and grey sponge pattern accents—purposeful design that looks the part because it's built for it.
If you're a left-handed shooter tired of being an afterthought in the premium rifle market, this is your gun. The Mark V platform delivers the accuracy, durability, and ergonomics serious hunters depend on when the conditions get ugly and the country gets rough.
| Brand | Weatherby |
| Model | Mark V Live Wild Carbon |
| Chambering | .280 Ackley Improved |
| Barrel Length | 24 inches |
| Barrel Material | BSF Carbon Fiber, Spiral Fluted |
| Barrel Finish | Carbon Grey Cerakote |
| Stock | Peak 44 Bastion Carbon Fiber |
| Stock Pattern | Exposed carbon fiber with black and grey sponge accents |
| Action | Mark V |
| Receiver/Trigger Guard Finish | Carbon Grey Cerakote |
| Bolt/Bolt Knob/Safety Finish | Graphite Black Cerakote |
| Hand Configuration | Left-Handed |
This is a genuine left-hand rifle built on the Mark V action. Weatherby engineered it for left-handed shooters, not merely flipped a right-handed model. The bolt operates, the safety functions, and the ergonomics all work naturally for southpaws.
The .280 AI is a "improved" version of the standard .280 Remington—it uses the same bullet but with a larger case capacity for higher velocities and flatter trajectories. It's an excellent choice for extended-range hunting without requiring a magnum-length action.
Weatherby designed the BSF carbon barrel and Peak 44 carbon stock specifically to minimize weight for mountain hunting. We don't have the exact weight comparison in our data, but carbon fiber is standard throughout—from barrel to stock—for the lightest possible build.
The Mark V Live Wild Carbon comes as a barreled action and stock assembly. You'll need to install a scope and ensure your setup is properly zeroed before hunting. We recommend having a gunsmith verify the action torque specs if you're not experienced with rifle assembly.
SKU: 198468534 • Weight: 8.5oz