Remington 700 SPS Tactical
Remington Arms · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2005
Also known as: R700 SPS Tactical, Model 700 SPS Tactical
Overview
The Remington 700 SPS Tactical is a bolt-action precision rifle based on the legendary Remington Model 700 action, one of the most widely used rifle platforms in history. Chambered in .308 Winchester, the SPS Tactical features a 20-inch heavy-contour barrel optimized for accuracy, a Hogue overmolded pillar-bedded synthetic stock for stability and weather resistance, and Remington's X-Mark Pro externally adjustable trigger. The rifle serves as a popular base platform for custom sniper rifle builds by law enforcement agencies and civilian precision shooters, offering sub-MOA accuracy potential out of the box at an accessible price point.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3402 g (120.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 3600 g (127.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1010 mm (39.76") |
| Barrel Length | 508 mm (20.00") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 16 N (3.6 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Muzzle Velocity | 850 m/s (2789 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3515 J (2593 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 800 m (875 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 3700 m (4046 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Carbon Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Black Oxide |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary · 7.62x51mm NATO — also known as 7.62x51mm NATO, 7.62 NATO
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Internal Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Two Position Safety
- Features: Heavy Contour Barrel, Pillar Bedded Stock, Hogue Overmold Stock, X Mark Pro Trigger, Drilled And Tapped Receiver
Variants
- Remington 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD — Suppressor Ready
- Remington 700 SPS Tactical 16.5-inch — Compact
- Remington 700 SPS Varmint — Varmint
Production
Production years: 2005-present
Part of the broader Remington 700 family with over 5 million total Model 700s produced since 1962. SPS Tactical-specific numbers not disclosed.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
The Remington 700 action is the foundation for numerous military and law enforcement sniper rifles including the M24 SWS, M40, and M2010 ESR. The SPS Tactical is specifically designed as an affordable tactical platform that can be upgraded with aftermarket chassis systems, triggers, and barrels. The 20-inch barrel is shorter than typical sniper rifles, making it more maneuverable in urban environments while sacrificing minimal ballistic performance in .308 Winchester. Remington emerged from bankruptcy in 2020 and was acquired by RemArms, which continues production.
Background
The Remington 700 action has served as the heart of more military and law enforcement sniper rifles than any other bolt-action design in history, and the SPS Tactical brings that legendary platform to civilian shooters as the most popular starting point for custom precision rifle builds in the United States.