We all love our specialty rifles. These are guns we have fine-tuned for specific tasks. Long-range shooting, home defense, or hunting are just some examples. Deep inside, though, we all want that one workhorse rifle that seems to be able to do it all. Well, Franchi has us covered on that front. Their solution is the Franchi MULE – Momentum Utility Lite Elite Rifle.
Franchi MULE – One Rifle for Any Occasion
Built to earn its keep, the MULE is Franchi’s idea of a true do-everything carbine. It’s the rifle that lives in the truck or UTV. It also stands ready by the back door. Designed as a dual-purpose hunting and defense long arm, the MULE delivers scout-rifle versatility. It has the kind of reliability you trust to protect the homestead.
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For 2026, the MULE will be available in .308 Win and .223 Rem. It features a suppressor-ready 16.25-inch threaded barrel. Franchi’s proven Evolved Ergonom-X stock is finished in VEIL TAC Black Camo. All metal components have an attractive, durable Graphite Black Cerakote. This keeps the rifle tough, understated, and ready for anything day or night.
Handles Easy
At just over 7 pounds and measuring 38.25 inches overall, the MULE handles easily and stows without fuss—perfect for life in a truck, four-wheeler, or tractor cab. A factory-installed one-piece Picatinny rail makes optic mounting simple, while flip-up adjustable sights are included for shooters who prefer to keep things light and straightforward.
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Like every Momentum rifle, the Momentum Utility Lite Elite feeds from a removable, straight-feed polymer box magazine built for quick loading and real-world reliability. Capacity is 8+1 in .308 Win. and 10+1 in .223 Rem., striking the right balance between capability and simplicity.
Three Lug Bolt
Inside, the MULE carries the same proven Momentum DNA: a three-lug fluted bolt with a fast 60-degree throw, Franchi’s adjustable single-stage Relia trigger, and the TSA recoil pad, which reduces felt recoil by up to 50 percent – saving shoulders, whether on the range or in the field.
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Franchi MULE
The MULE is the modern workhorse of rifles — compact, reliable, and ready for anything life demands. From long days in the field to everyday readiness at home, it delivers the accuracy, adaptability, and rugged strength shooters expect from a true general-purpose rifle. Wherever the job takes you, The MULE carries the load. MSRP $1,559.
For more information, visit Franchi.
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