Remington Model 541
Remington Arms Company, LLC · Rifle · Discontinued · 1972
Also known as: Remington 541, Model 541-S, Model 541-T, Model 541-X
Overview
The Remington Model 541 is an American bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered for .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle ammunition. Introduced in 1972 as a successor to the earlier Model 513 and 510 series, it was built around a refined bolt action feeding from a detachable box magazine and earned a strong reputation for accuracy. The line included the 541-S Custom Sporter with a 24-inch tapered barrel and figured walnut stock, the heavier-barreled 541-T target model, and the 541-X military trainer adopted by the U.S. Army.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2495 g (88.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1080 mm (42.52") |
| Barrel Length | 610 mm (24.02") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 320 m/s (1050 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 130 J (96 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Detachable Magazine, Adjustable Sights, Drilled And Tapped For Scope, Chambers 22 Short Long And Long Rifle
Variants
- Remington Model 541-S Custom Sporter — Sporter
- Remington Model 541-T — Target
- Remington Model 541-X — Military Trainer
Service history
Operators
- United States Army · adopted 1984 · as 541-X
Production
Production years: 1972-1999
541-S Custom Sporter produced from 1972; 541-X military trainer 1984-1986; 541-T target model produced into the late 1990s
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Discontinued: 1999
Notes
The 541-S Custom Sporter typically shipped with a 5-round detachable magazine; 10-round magazines were also available. The 24-inch heavy-barrel 541-T variant was introduced in 1993.
Background
Prized by .22 enthusiasts as one of Remington's finest production rimfire bolt actions, the 541 series is frequently sought after on the used market for its accuracy and walnut-stocked sporter styling.