SIG SAUER Expands Cross Sawtooth Series with 6.5 PRC Configuration
Author: Marko L. | Publish Date: Jun 26, 2025 | Fact checked by: Aleksa Miladinovic
SIG SAUER has announced the addition of a 6.5 PRC chambering to their acclaimed Cross Sawtooth rifle platform. This latest variant combines advanced precision engineering with purpose-built features designed for backcountry hunting applications. The new 6.5 PRC model maintains the series' reputation for lightweight construction while delivering enhanced long-range performance capabilities.
Barrel Technology and Weight Specifications
The centerpiece of this configuration is its 22-inch PROOF™ Research carbon fiber barrel, engineered to provide exceptional rigidity while significantly reducing overall weapon weight. This advanced barrel technology makes the rifle ideal for extended carry situations and demanding mountain hunting scenarios. The complete rifle achieves an impressive weight of 6.9 pounds (just over 3 kilograms), making it highly portable without sacrificing accuracy potential.
Core Platform Features
Stock and Forend System
The Cross Sawtooth maintains consistency across its product line with the ultra-lightweight folding precision stock featuring comprehensive adjustability options. The free-floating M-LOK alloy forend incorporates dual sling attachment points for versatile carry configurations, while the entire system receives a durable Cerakote Moss™ finish for enhanced protection in harsh field conditions.
Trigger and Recoil Management
Precision shooting is enabled through a 2-stage adjustable match trigger system, delivering trigger pull weights ranging from 2.5 to 4 pounds with a crisp, consistent break. Recoil control is addressed via a stainless steel heavy-profile radial brake, specifically designed to manage the 6.5 PRC cartridge's substantial recoil characteristics.
Dimensional Specifications
The rifle's versatile stock design offers multiple length configurations to accommodate various shooting positions and storage requirements. With the recoil pad extended, overall length measures 43.8 inches, while the collapsed configuration reduces this to 41.8 inches. When folded for transport or storage, the rifle compacts to just 33 inches.
Complete Feature Summary
The 6.5 PRC Cross Sawtooth incorporates the following specifications:
Barrel and Accuracy Systems
- PROOF™ Research Carbon Fiber Barrel construction
- SUB-1 MOA accuracy certification
- 20-MOA Picatinny rail system for optics mounting
Operating Components
- Lightened M-LOK/ARCA compatible handguard
- 2-Stage Adjustable Match Trigger (2.5-4 pound range)
- Stainless Steel Heavy-Profile Radial Brake (up to 45% felt recoil reduction)
Stock and Finish
- Folding Precision Adjustable Stock system
- Cerakote Moss™ protective finish
- 4-round MDT steel magazine included
Availability and Pricing
The 6.5 PRC Cross Sawtooth is scheduled for upcoming release, though official pricing information has not yet been announced by SIG SAUER. This addition expands the Cross Sawtooth lineup's caliber offerings while maintaining the platform's core design philosophy of combining precision accuracy with field-ready portability.
| Specifications | CROSS-65PRC-22B-SAW |
|---|---|
| CALIBER | 6.5 PRC |
| BARREL LENGTH | 22 in [558.8 mm] |
| BARREL MATERIAL | PROOF Carbon Fiber |
| TWIST RATE | 1:8 |
| THREADS | 5/8 in -24, 90 Degree Shoulder |
| MUZZLE DEVICE | Heavy Profile Radial Brake |
| ACTION TYPE | Bolt |
| OPERATING SYSTEM | Bolt-Action |
| STOCK TYPE | Folding Precision Adjustable Stock |
| GRIP TYPE | AR-Compatible Reduced Angle |
| TRIGGER TYPE | 2-Stage Adjustable Match |
| TRIGGER SHAPE | Curved |
| MANUAL SAFETY | Ambidextrous AR-Style |
| FOREND TYPE | Free-Floating M-LOK/ARCA |
| ACCESSORY RAIL | M-LOK/ARCA |
| MAG TYPE | AICS |
| MAGS INCLUDED | (1) 4rd Steel Mag |
| COLOR | Moss Green |
| RECEIVER FINISH | Moss Green Cerakote TM |
| OVERALL LENGTH | 43.8 in Recoil pads Extended |
| COLLAPSED LENGTH | 41.8 in |
| FOLDED LENGTH | 33 in |
| OVERALL WIDTH | 3 in |
| HEIGHT | 7.3 in |
| WEIGHT | 6.9 lb |
| ADJUSTABLE GAS SYSTEM | N/A |
Author:
Marko Lalovic
Marko is a dedicated aviation enthusiast whose passion began with an unforgettable encounter with fighter jets at an air show in his home country. As an audiophile and sound engineer by training, Marko was initially captivated by the distinctive sonic signature of military aircraft—the thunderous roar of afterburners and the precise mechanical symphony of aviation systems. This auditory fascination evolved into a comprehensive interest in defense technology, particularly firearms engineering and ballistics acoustics.