Remington Model 870 Express
Remington Arms Company (RemArms) · Shotgun · In Production · 1987
Also known as: 870 Express, Remington 870 Express
Overview
The Remington Model 870 Express is the value-priced, field-grade version of the classic Remington 870 pump-action shotgun. Introduced in 1987, the Express keeps the 870's twin-action-bar bolt and forged, machined steel receiver but replaces the polished blued steel and high-grade walnut of the Wingmaster line with a matte, bead-blasted finish and a hardwood or synthetic stock to lower cost. Chambered for 3-inch 12-gauge shells and fed from a tubular magazine, it is one of the most widely sold pump shotguns in the world, used for hunting, clay sports, and home defense.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3290 g (116.1 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1219 mm (47.99") |
| Barrel Length | 711 mm (27.99") |
| Action Type | Pump Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Tubular |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2560 J (1888 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 40 m (44 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Smoothbore |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Synthetic |
| Finish | Matte Blued |
Calibers
- 12 Gauge · primary — also known as 12GA, 12 Bore
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Tubular Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Cross Bolt Safety, Trigger Block
- Features: Twin Action Bars, Vent Rib Barrel, Interchangeable Choke Tubes, Bead Front Sight
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Various law enforcement agencies
Production
Production years: 1987-present
Part of the Model 870 line, of which more than 11 million units have been produced since 1950, making it the best-selling shotgun in history.
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Designer: L. Ray Crittendon
Notes
The Express designation covers a large family of configurations (Synthetic, Combo, Super Magnum, Tactical, Youth, Compact) sharing the matte, budget-grade finish. Standard field models hold four 2.75-inch shells in the magazine.
Background
The Model 870 was designed as a modern, streamlined successor to Remington's Model 31 pump gun. The Express line launched in 1987 brought the proven action to a lower price point and became a fixture in North American hunting camps and gun cabinets.