Anschütz 1771
J.G. Anschütz GmbH & Co. KG · Rifle · In Production · 2015
Also known as: Anschütz Model 1771, Anschutz 1771 D, Anschutz 1771 DG
Overview
The Anschütz Model 1771 is a German centerfire bolt-action hunting and varmint rifle that brings the firm's Olympic and biathlon match-action heritage to a medium-caliber sporting platform. Chambered in cartridges from .17 Hornet up through .222 Remington, .223 Remington and .300 Blackout, it features a cold-hammer-forged free-floated barrel, a full-diameter six-lug bolt with a short 60-degree throw for fast follow-up shots, an adjustable trigger and a four-round detachable magazine. It is offered with German walnut (1771 D / DG), GRS laminate adjustable, thumbhole and tactical stocks.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3510 g (123.8 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 3530 g (124.5 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1040 mm (40.94") |
| Barrel Length | 584 mm (22.99") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 12 N (2.7 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 957 m/s (3140 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1483 J (1094 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 300 m (328 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 229 mm (9.02") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .222 Remington · primary — also known as .222 Rem, Triple Deuce
- .223 Remington · 5.56x45mm NATO — also known as .223 Rem, 5.56x45mm
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Free Floating Barrel, Six Lug Bolt, Sixty Degree Bolt Throw, Adjustable Trigger, Detachable Magazine, Threaded Muzzle On Dg, Scope Ready
Variants
- Anschütz 1771 D — Walnut Stock
- Anschütz 1771 DG — Threaded Barrel
- Anschütz 1771 GRS — Laminate Adjustable Stock
- Anschütz 1771 Tactical — Tactical
Production
Production years: 2015-present
Production figures not published; civilian hunting/varmint rifle
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
Specs shown are for a .222 Remington 1771-D/DG. Barrel length varies by variant and market: 508mm (20in, DG), 584mm (23in, D), with some US imports advertised at 559mm (22in). The DG adds a threaded muzzle (M15x1). Trigger options range from a single-stage Direktabzug 5097/2 (factory ~11.7N, adjustable 9.8-19.6N) to a two-stage 5098/71 target trigger adjustable down to ~2.9N.
Background
Anschütz's original Thuringian factory in Zella-Mehlis was dismantled by Soviet forces after WWII, forcing the family to relocate to Ulm, where all modern rifles including the 1771 are now built; the firm remains family-run into its fifth generation since 1856.