New Ultralight Arms Model 24 in 243 Winchester. The 243 Win in Forbes' long-action Model 24 is among the lightest varmint-to-deer rifles available at the precision production level. Under 5 pounds in 243 Win, the Model 24 is a versatile hunting rifle for the backcountry hunter who needs one rifle to serve from prairie dogs to mule deer without carrying unnecessary weight. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 243 Winchester Capacity: 1 Year introduced: 1992, USA Weight: 50 oz Overall length: 41" Status: Active Intended use: hunting, varmint hunting, mountain hunting