Remington Model 552 "Speedmaster" | |
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Type | Rifle |
Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Designer | L.R. Crittendon, E.W. Hailston |
Manufacturer | Remington Arms |
Produced | 1957-Present |
Specifications | |
Weight | 5.75 lb (2.61 kg) |
Length | 40 in (100 cm) |
Barrel length | 22 in (56 cm) |
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Cartridge | .22 Short, .22 Long, .22 LR |
The Remington Model 552 "Speedmaster" is a semi-automatic rifle that can fire .22 Short, .22 Long and .22 long rifle cartridges. Ammunition is fed from a tubular magazine under the barrel. The model 552 features a unique low profile left-side bolt handle that lends itself to a clean receiver appearance and slender profile. The rifle was manufactured from 1957 to 1988 in a standard model and is available in an upgraded "BDL" model, which has checkered butt stock and forearm with a gloss finish. Also included is an open sight and a 3/8" (9.5 mm) dovetail rail for mounting a scope and a safety on the trigger guard. In 1966 Remington offered this rifle with a special stamping of the company's 150th anniversary on the left side of the receiver.