Remington Model 660 | |
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Type | Bolt-action rifle |
Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Designer | Remington R&D |
Manufacturer | Remington Arms |
Produced | 1968–1971 |
No. built | 45,332 (660) 5,204 (660 Magnum) |
Variants | Model 660 Magnum |
Specifications | |
Mass | 6.5 lb (2.9 kg) |
Length | 38.75 in (98.4 cm) |
Barrel length | 20 in (51 cm) |
Cartridge | .222 Remington .223 Remington .243 Winchester 6mm Remington 6.5mm Rem Mag .308 Winchester .350 Rem Mag |
Action | Bolt action |
Feed system | 4-shot magazine |
The Remington Model 660 is a bolt-action rifle manufactured by Remington Arms from 1968 to 1971. The rifle was intended as a replacement for the Model 600.
History
The Model 660 emerged from the success of the Model 600, which was originally produced from 1964 to 1967. In 1968, the Model 660 was introduced as a redesign of the Model 600. Main changes included elimination of the ventilated rib and a 2-inch (5.1 cm) increase in the length of the barrel. After 3 years, the M660 was discontinued and the Model 600 Mohawk was introduced.
Variants
- Model 660 Magnum
- Same specs as the standard model except featuring a laminated walnut stock for added strength. It also featured quick detachable sling swivels and a recoil pad.
Recall
The Model 660, along with many Model 600s was affected by a recall in 1979 to remedy a problem with the bolt lock safety that under certain circumstances allowed accidental discharge. https://www.remington.com/support/safety-center/safety-modification-program/remington-model-600-660
References
- ^ "Model 660 Bolt Action". Remington Arms. Retrieved 4 January 2013.
- ^ Marcot, Roy (2005). The History of Remington Firearms: The History of One of the World's Most Famous Gun Makers. Guilford, CT: Globe Pequot. p. 103. ISBN 1592286909.
- ^ Peterson, Philip (19 August 2011). Gun Digest Book of Modern Gun Values: The Shooter's Guide to Guns 1900 to Present (16th ed.). p. 386. ISBN 9781440218330.
- "Model 600 Carbine Bolt Action Centerfire Rifle". Remington Arms Company LLC. Retrieved 8 December 2012.
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