Remington 700P

About the Remington 700P

The Remington 700P is a purpose-built law enforcement sniper rifle based on the legendary Remington Model 700 action. Introduced in 1994, the 700P features a 26-inch heavy-contour barrel for enhanced accuracy and heat resistance during sustained shooting sessions. The rifle utilizes the renowned 40X trigger mechanism, an H-S Precision composite stock reinforced with Kevlar and fiberglass, and an aluminum bedding block for consistent action-to-stock interface. The internal box magazine holds 4 rounds of .308 Winchester. At approximately 9 pounds, the 700P strikes a balance between field portability and shooting stability. The heavy barrel profile significantly reduces mirage effects and maintains point-of-aim consistency through multiple shot strings, making it ideal for law enforcement scenarios where first-round hits at distances up to 300 yards are critical. The 700P became the benchmark against which all other law enforcement precision rifles are measured.

The Remington 700P became the default sniper rifle for American law enforcement, with the vast majority of SWAT teams and tactical units across the country selecting it as their precision platform. Its combination of the proven Model 700 action, heavy barrel, and H-S Precision stock set the template for what a police sniper rifle should be.

Remington 700P specifications

The 700P uses the same action as the standard Remington 700 but with law enforcement-specific enhancements including the heavier barrel profile, 40X trigger, and H-S Precision stock with aluminum bedding block. The 26-inch barrel with 1:12 inch twist is standard, though some configurations use a 24-inch threaded barrel. The 700P LTR (Light Tactical Rifle) variant features a shorter 20-inch barrel for improved maneuverability in urban environments. Weight varies by configuration: 26-inch barrel model weighs approximately 9 lbs, 24-inch barrel approximately 8 lbs, and LTR approximately 7.5 lbs.