Remington 700 .308 win
The Remington Model 700 in .308 Winchester is one of the most iconic and widely used bolt-action rifles ever produced — favored by hunters, target shooters, and military/law enforcement precision shooters around the world.
📌 Overview
Model: Remington Model 700
Caliber: .308 Winchester (7.62×51 mm NATO-class cartridge)
Action: Bolt-action
Magazine: Internal box (commonly 3–4 rounds; some versions accept larger mags)
Stock: Wood, synthetic, or aftermarket chassis
Trigger: Original Remington, often upgraded (especially older examples)
The .308 Winchester cartridge is one of the most versatile centerfire hunting/precision cartridges available, with widely available ammo and moderate recoil — making this combination extremely popular across disciplines.
🎯 What Makes the Model 700 Special
🪶 Classic Handling
The Model 700 is known for a smooth bolt action, strong controlled feed, and a design that lends itself well to accuracy from the factory or enhanced building.
🎯 Accuracy Potential
Remington rifles in .308 Win are capable of good accuracy — particularly when:
The barrel and action are free-floated
The stock bedded properly
A quality scope is mounted
Many can shoot sub-MOA groups with the right ammunition.
💥 Versatile Cartridge — .308 Winchester
The .308 Win rounds give the rifle:
Flat trajectory suitable for medium to longer ranges
Good terminal performance on deer, hogs, and similar game
Moderate recoil, easier to manage than magnum rounds
Common, affordable ammunition
🧰 Common Remington 700 .308 Variants
There have been many configurations of the 700 over the decades. Here are some common examples you might encounter:
🔹 Model 700 SPS (.308 Win)
(Sporting Rifle)
Basic hunting configuration
Synthetic stock
Good all-around performer
🔹 Model 700 ADL (.308 Win)
(American Deluxe)
Wood stock
Classic hunting look
🔹 Model 700 BDL (.308 Win)
(Best Deluxe)
Better wood stock and finish
Often considered the classic collectible version
🔹 Remington 700 XCR / Tactical / Long-Range
Chassis and tactical variants
More modular and designed for precision shooting or duty use
📊 Typical Specifications (General)
| Feature | Typical Spec |
|---|---|
| Calibre | .308 Winchester |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Barrel length | ~20″–24″ (varies by model) |
| Capacity | ~3–4 rounds (internal mag) |
| Overall weight | ~7–9 lb (varies) |
| Sights | Usually optics (scope dovetail) |
| Use | Hunting, tactical, precision |
(Exact specs vary with specific model year and configuration.)
🧠 Performance & Use
🦌 Hunting
The combination of the Model 700 action and .308 Win makes this a reliable choice for:
Deer and antelope
Hogs and similar sized game
Varied terrain and climates
🎯 Precision & Tactical
The Model 700 has been the basis for many:
PRS (Precision Rifle Series) builds
Law enforcement and military sniper rifles (e.g., the U.S. Army’s M24 sniper rifle is essentially a modified 700 in 7.62 NATO)
It’s popular for long-range shooting because it handles the .308 Win cartridge well and accepts a wide range of aftermarket upgrades.
🛠️ Aftermarket & Upgrades
One big strength of the Model 700 platform is aftermarket support:
Better triggers (e.g., Timney, Jewel)
Better stocks/chassis systems
Brake or suppressor-ready barrels
High-end optics and mounts
This makes the 700 highly adaptable — from a woods hunting rifle to a precision-oriented rifle.
📌 Summary
The Remington Model 700 in .308 Winchester is one of the most respected and versatile bolt-action rifles available. Key advantages:
✔ Proven accuracy potential
✔ Strong action with excellent aftermarket support
✔ Versatile hunting and precision performance
✔ Uses a very common, effective cartridge
