Remington 700 SPS .308 Winchester
Model: R27359
Remington 700 SPS .308 Winchester
Model: R27359
Full Specifications
About This Firearm
The Remington 700 SPS is the working-rifle version of the 700 action — same round-receiver bolt action that made the 700 famous, wrapped in a black synthetic stock instead of walnut. The spec on this particular build stands out: a Timney Impact 700 trigger set at 3.5 lbs, which is meaningfully lighter than the factory X-Mark Pro trigger that ships on the 700 ADL and CDL. The 24" barrel is also 2" longer than the 22" tubes on competing rifles like the Ruger American and Savage Axis II, which translates to a modest velocity gain with most .308 loads and a longer sight radius for iron-sight work, though it makes the rifle 43.6" overall.
The synthetic stock and matte blued finish make this a rifle you can carry through wet timber without worrying about it. The action is drilled and tapped — no iron sights from the factory, so a scope is not optional. Buy the SPS if you want the 700 action with an already-upgraded trigger and don't need walnut aesthetics. Skip it if the extra length and weight versus a Savage Axis II or Ruger American is a concern for all-day pack hunts.
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Strengths & Limitations
- The Timney Impact 700 trigger at 3.5 lbs is a genuine upgrade over the standard factory 700 trigger — most 700 owners spend $150–250 to get here aftermarket.
- The 24" barrel is 2" longer than the Ruger American Rifle and Savage Axis II, which adds measurable velocity with most .308 factory loads and gives the rifle a slightly flatter trajectory at distance.
- Massive aftermarket for the 700 action: stocks, triggers, bottom metals, and chassis systems from dozens of makers, more than any other bolt-action platform in this price tier.
- At 116 oz (7.25 lbs) with a 43.6" overall length, it is noticeably longer and heavier than the Ruger American Rifle at 97.9 oz and 42" — a real difference on a long pack-in hunt.
- No iron sights and no included rail. Budget at least $80–150 for rings and bases before mounting any optic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Remington 700 SPS come with a hinged floorplate or detachable magazine?
The SPS ships with a hinged floorplate holding 4 rounds — it is not a detachable box magazine. To load, you either single-feed through the ejection port or use stripper clips if you have the right guide. If a detachable mag matters to you, the Savage 110 Hunter and Ruger American both ship with detachable 4-round boxes.
Is the Timney Impact trigger on the 700 SPS better than a stock factory 700?
Yes. The factory Remington X-Mark Pro trigger was the subject of a recall in 2014 due to firing without trigger pull. Remington replaced it on most warranty claims, but the Timney Impact at 3.5 lbs is cleaner and more consistent than either the original or the post-recall X-Mark Pro. Most 700 owners who upgrade do so because the factory trigger breaks inconsistently shot to shot — the Timney resolves that.
