Remington Model 7400
Semi automatic rifle
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The Remington Model 7400 is a series of semi-automatic rifles manufactured by Remington Arms. The Model 7400 was a replacement of the Model 740 rifle which Remington produced from 1952 to 1981.[1] The 7400 model was ultimately replaced by the Model 750 in 2006.[1]
| Remington Model 7400 | |
|---|---|
Remington Model 7400 in .270 Win. with factory etching. | |
| Type | Semi automatic rifle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Remington R&D[1] |
| Manufacturer | Remington Arms |
| Produced | 1981–2004[1] |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 7.5 lb (3.4 kg)[2] |
| Length | 42 in (110 cm)[2] |
| Barrel length | |
| Cartridge | 6mm Remington .243 Winchester .270 Winchester 7mm Remington Express .280 Remington .30-06 Springfield .308 Winchester .35 Whelen |
| Sights | iron sights (rear sight adjustable for windage and elevation); receiver drilled and tapped for scope mounts |
History
The Model 7400 was first sold in 1981. It is similar to the Model Four, but has a checkered pistol-grip and a straight comb style stock. There are two varieties of barrels: a 22 in (56 cm) version and a 18 in (46 cm) version (introduced in 1988 as the Carbine).[4][3]
Variants
- Model 7400 Carbine
- Manufactured from 1988 to 2004, the carbine version featured a shortened 18 in (46 cm) barrel.[3][1]
- Model 7400 Special Purpose
- Sold in 1993 and 1993, the Special Purpose Model was non-reflective and had sling swivels.[3]
- Model 7400 Synthetic
- Introduced in 1998, the synthetic model has a non-reflctive finish. The stock is reinforced with fiberglass.
Model 7400 Weathermaster
Introduced in 2003, the Weathermaster model features a synthetic black stock and a matte nickel finish.[4]