Big Horn Armory has launched the Model 89 Cat 5, a tactical lever gun chambered in .500 S&W Magnum. Combining traditional design with modern adaptations, it features a 16-inch threaded barrel, CNC-machined components, and a modular fore-end for optics. Weighing 7 lbs. 12 oz., the rifle offers six-round capacity and enhanced performance.
Big Horn Armory states “Big Horn Armory (BHA), makers of big-bore firearms, proudly announces the launch of the CAT 5, a bold new configuration of its industry-leading lever-action platform that merges uncompromising big-bore power with modern tactical styling and adaptability. Developed in direct response to strong internal demand and customer requests, the CAT 5 delivers a more tactical configuration without sacrificing the raw performance that defines Big Horn Armory rifles. The CAT 5 is chambered in .500 S&W Magnum and features a 16-inch threaded barrel.
Proudly built in the USA, BHA lever-action rifles embody the legacy of classic American firearms design while utilizing modern CNC machining and advanced materials. The CAT 5 continues the tradition, engineered around a 17-4 stainless steel action with precision machining and a hardened Nitride finish for superior durability and field dependability.
The CAT 5 evolves the traditional lever gun through a comprehensive collaboration with Ranger Point Tactical, integrating a purpose-built fore-end and Picatinny-style scout rail system for enhanced mounting capability and modular adaptability. This configuration enables shooters to easily mount optics and accessories, transforming the lever gun into a contemporary, mission-ready platform.
“The CAT 5 represents exactly where we see the future of the lever-action platform heading,” said Greg Buchel, President of Big Horn Armory. “Our customers asked for a more tactical configuration without giving up the brute strength of the .500 S&W Magnum, and we delivered. By partnering with Ranger Point Tactical, we’ve created a rifle that not only dominates in power but competes head-to-head in modern function and styling. The CAT 5 is a deliberate fusion of American lever-gun heritage and contemporary performance.”
With a six-round capacity, 1:24 twist rate, and weighing approximately 7 lbs. 12 oz. with an overall length of 36 inches, the CAT 5 is compact, powerful, and built for decisive performance. The rifle also features a Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad, integral sling swivel mounts, and a standard Skinner ghost ring rear sight paired with a white pearl bead or fiber optic front sight for rapid target acquisition.
The CAT 5 is offered in Matte Stainless, Burnt Bronze, or Hunter Black. Stock options include laminate or Cerakote®-style webbed finishes, allowing customers to tailor the rifle’s aesthetic to their application and environment.”
KEY DETAILS:
- Caliber: .500 S&W Magnum
- Rate of Twist: 1:24
- Magazine Capacity: 6 rounds
- Overall Length: 36”
- Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz.
- Length of Pull: 13.75”
- Action Materials: 17-4 Stainless Steel
- Stock Finish: Synthetic Satin
- Recoil Pad: 1” Pachmayr Decelerator
- Fore-End Tip: Ranger Point Fore-End, Picatinny Style Scout Scope Mount, Threaded Muzzle.
Learn more about Big Horn Armory: https://www.bighornarmory.com/