Remington 597
| Remington Model 597 | |
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| Type | Rifle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1997 |
| Manufacturer | Remington Arms |
| Produced | 1997–present |
| Specifications (Standard model) | |
| Weight | 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) |
| Length | 40 in (100 cm) |
| Barrel length | 20 in (51 cm) |
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| Cartridge | .22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR(Obsolete) |
| Action | semi-automatic |
| Muzzle velocity | 350 to 1750 ft/s (110 to 530 m/s) |
| Maximum firing range | 2.0 miles or 3.2 km |
| Feed system | 10-round detachable magazine (.22 LR) 8-round magazine (.22 WMR / .17 HMR) or 30-round magazine (aftermarket) |
The Remington Model 597 is an American semi-automatic rifle manufactured by Remington Arms. The .22 Long Rifle version has a removable 10-round magazine, while the magazines for the larger .22 WMR and .17 HMR cartridges hold 8 rounds. The standard and WMR versions have been in production since 1997, and the .17 HMR version since 2002. The unique bolt-guidance system uses two steel guide rails. The 597 is built in Remington's Mayfield, Kentucky plant.
The Remington 597 is a competitor to the Marlin Model 795 and Ruger 10/22.
The Model 597 is available in a number of configurations. Both synthetic and laminated wood stocks are available. The standard barrel length is 20 inches. The bolt system rides on twin rails, and locks in the open position when the last round is fired.
The receiver has integral 11 mm dovetail rail (sometimes called "tip-off" mounts), as well as pre-drilled and tapped mount points that will accommodate an optional Weaver-style scope base. The "tip-off" mounts are suitable only for small, light scopes for air rifle or rimfire use. For heavier scopes, the Weaver base is recommended rather than the tip-off mounts, since the greater mass may cause the scope to shift and "lose zero."
A target model is available with a 16.5-inch bull barrel with no sights, as well as a "tactical" variant that is all black with a threaded barrel tip to accommodate a flash hider, muzzle brake or suppressor. Two exclusive models sold by Dick's Sporting Goods come with a 3–9× scope, with one having a 20-inch bull barrel.
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