DESCRIPTION

The CZ 457 Varmint .22 LR combines the refined CZ 457 bolt-action platform with a heavy cold hammer-forged barrel and classic Turkish walnut stock.

Its thick-walled 525mm barrel provides increased rigidity and stability, making this model particularly well suited to precision target shooting and hunting from supported positions. The muzzle is threaded 1/2"×20 UNF and supplied with a thread protector.

The American-style walnut stock has a durable varnished finish and chequered grip surfaces for secure handling. Its steel receiver incorporates an 11mm dovetail for mounting compatible rimfire scope rings, while the adjustable trigger allows the shooter to customise trigger weight and travel.

A smooth 60-degree bolt lift provides comfortable operation beneath a mounted riflescope. Additional CZ 457 features include a right-side push-to-fire safety, striker-status indicator and separate bolt-removal control.

Supplied with a five-round polymer magazine, the CZ 457 Varmint is an excellent choice for rimfire target shooting, rabbit hunting and property pest control where stability and consistent accuracy take priority over minimum carrying weight.

FEATURES

• Bolt-action rifle chambered in .22 LR

• Heavy 525mm varmint-profile barrel

• Cold hammer-forged barrel construction

• 1/2"×20 UNF threaded muzzle

• Thread protector included

• BobOx anti-corrosion metal treatment

• American-style Turkish walnut stock

• Varnished stock finish

• Chequered grip surfaces

• Fully adjustable trigger

• Smooth 60-degree bolt lift

• Right-side push-to-fire safety

• Steel receiver with an 11mm dovetail

• Detachable five-round polymer magazine

• CZ-listed 1 MOA accuracy specification

SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: CZ

• Model: CZ 457 Varmint

• Australian product code: CZ45722VARMINT

• Calibre: .22 Long Rifle

• Action: Bolt-action

• Orientation: Right-hand

• Barrel length: 525mm / approximately 20.5 inches

• Barrel profile: Heavy varmint

• Barrel construction: Cold hammer forged

• Muzzle thread: 1/2"×20 UNF

• Metal finish: BobOx anti-corrosion treatment

• Receiver: Blued steel

• Optic mounting: Integral 11mm dovetail

• Trigger: Fully adjustable

• Published trigger adjustment: 8–15N

• Safety: Right-side push-to-fire manual safety

• Bolt rotation: 60 degrees

• Magazine: Detachable polymer box magazine

• Magazine capacity: 5 rounds

• Stock: American-style Turkish walnut

• Stock finish: Varnished

• Length of pull: Approximately 360mm

• Overall length: Approximately 981mm

• Weight: Approximately 3.2kg

• Rifling twist: 1:16

• Open sights: None

• Published accuracy specification: 1 MOA

• Country of manufacture: Czech Republic

Published dimensions and weight may vary slightly between production runs.

BEST SUITED FOR

• Precision rimfire target shooting

• Bench and supported-position shooting

• Rabbit and hare hunting

• Farm and property pest control

• Shooters wanting a traditional walnut-stocked varmint rifle

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is the barrel threaded?

Yes. The heavy barrel is threaded 1/2"×20 UNF and supplied with a thread protector.

Does this rifle have a MATCH chamber?

CZ does not list a MATCH chamber for the standard CZ 457 Varmint. Shooters specifically wanting a MATCH chamber should consider models such as the CZ 457 Varmint MTR.

How does the Varmint differ from the CZ 457 Synthetic?

The Varmint has a heavier barrel and walnut stock, providing greater stability for supported and repeated shooting. The Synthetic uses a lighter sporter barrel and weather-resistant polymer stock, making it easier to carry.

Can a scope be mounted directly to the receiver?

Yes. The receiver has an integral 11mm dovetail for compatible rimfire scope rings. It does not include open sights.

Does the rifle include a magazine?

Yes. It is supplied with one detachable five-round polymer magazine. Other compatible CZ magazines may be available separately, subject to local laws.

Is the CZ 457 Varmint guaranteed to shoot 1 MOA?

CZ currently lists a 1 MOA accuracy specification for the model. Actual results depend on ammunition, optics, shooting technique and environmental conditions.