Remington 783 Varmint
Remington Arms · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2017
Also known as: Remington Model 783 Varmint, 783 Varmint
Overview
The Remington 783 Varmint is a budget-oriented bolt-action precision rifle featuring a 26-inch heavy barrel designed for accurate varmint and target shooting. Chambered primarily in .308 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor, the rifle features Remington's CrossFire adjustable trigger system, a wood laminate stock with beavertail forend for stable bench rest shooting, and a button-rifled free-floating barrel with a 1:10-inch twist rate. The 783 Varmint was designed to deliver precision shooting capability at an entry-level price point, making it accessible to shooters who want heavy-barrel accuracy without the premium cost of Remington's Model 700 line. The rifle includes a factory-installed Picatinny scope rail and SuperCell recoil pad, making it ready for optics installation out of the box.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3402 g (120.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1162 mm (45.75") |
| Barrel Length | 660 mm (25.98") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 850 m/s (2789 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3515 J (2593 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 600 m (656 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Carbon Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood Laminate |
| Finish | Matte Blued |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary · 7.62x51mm NATO — also known as 7.62x51mm NATO, 7.62 NATO
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5 CM, 6.5mm Creedmoor
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Heavy Barrel, Free Floating Barrel, Crossfire Trigger, Pillar Bedded Stock, Beavertail Forend, Supercell Recoil Pad, Picatinny Rail
Variants
- Remington 783 — Base Model
- Remington 783 Synthetic — Synthetic Stock
- Remington 783 Camo — Camouflage
Production
Production years: 2017-present
Production continued under RemArms LLC after Remington's 2020 bankruptcy. Exact numbers not publicly disclosed.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
The Remington 783 was initially met with skepticism as a budget alternative to the venerable Model 700, but the Varmint variant earned respect for delivering consistent sub-MOA accuracy. The CrossFire trigger is adjustable from approximately 2.5 to 5 pounds. The wood laminate stock provides better rigidity and weather resistance than standard synthetic stocks. The heavy 26-inch barrel generates significant heat absorption capacity for extended string shooting. MSRP was approximately $500-$600, making it one of the most affordable heavy-barrel precision platforms available. Remington's 2020 bankruptcy and subsequent acquisition by RemArms affected availability.
Background
The Remington 783 was introduced as a modernized successor to the budget Model 770, addressing many of the criticisms leveled at that rifle. The Varmint variant proved that sub-MOA accuracy could be achieved at a price under $600, challenging the notion that precision required a premium price tag.