Sportsman’s Showdown: Steyr Scout vs. Pro Hunter II Rifle
Quick Answer
This matchup pits two Steyr bolt rifles. The Steyr Scout is a light (about 6.6 lb) do-everything scout rifle with an integral folding bipod, a forward-mount optics option and a 19-inch barrel, mostly in .308. The Pro Hunter II is a more traditional, budget-friendly hunting rifle (about 7.7 lb, roughly $1,199 MSRP) in short-action calibers (.223, .243, .308, 7mm-08) with a laminated Boyds stock and Steyr Safe Bolt System.
Steyr Scout vs Pro Hunter II: quick facts
What is the difference between the Steyr Scout and Pro Hunter II?
The Scout is a lightweight, versatile scout-concept rifle (integral bipod, about 6.6 lb, forward optics); the Pro Hunter II is a conventional hunting bolt rifle (about 7.7 lb) with a laminated stock, at a lower price.
What calibers does the Pro Hunter II come in?
Short-action options: .223 Rem, .243 Win, .308 Win and 7mm-08 Remington.
How much does the Steyr Pro Hunter II cost?
MSRP starts around $1,199.
Which should I buy?
Pick the Scout for a light, quick, do-it-all rifle; pick the Pro Hunter II for a traditional hunting rifle with a wood-laminate stock at a more affordable price.
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Some barrels, they say, are just worth bragging about…
When Steyr Arms announced that their hotly anticipated Pro Hunter II rifle was ready just in time for whitetail season, discerning hunters rejoiced. This bolt-action beauty upholds the exacting standards for which Steyr rifles are famous, with a remarkably wallet-friendly price. But how does it stack up against the Steyr Scout, the ultimate do-all survival rifle? In this hilarious video, “New Kid on the Block” Pro Hunter II and Steyr Scout showcase their sibling rivalry. The question at stake: Does (barrel) size matter?
All joking aside, the Steyr Pro Hunter II rifle and the Scout are both excellent big-game hunting guns. The difference between them is that the Pro Hunter II is a purpose-built hunting rifle, while the Scout is a survival rifle that boasts significant tactical and self-defense features. So in some ways, the comparison is apples versus oranges…but don’t tell the guys busy enacting a Steyr Arms Scout Versus Steyr Arms Pro Hunter II Showdown!
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From tag to table — official season dates for all 50 states, plus safe doneness temps for your harvest.
| Species | Archery | Firearm |
|---|---|---|
| Deer | Sep–Oct | Nov |
| Elk | Sep | Oct–Nov |
| Turkey | — | Apr–May |
All 50 state wildlife agencies, plus how seasons, tags and licenses work.
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|---|---|
| Rare | 125–130°F |
| Medium-rare | 130–135°F |
| Well-done | 160°F+ |
Safe pull temps for venison and steak, from Popular BBQ.
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