Quick Tip: Bolt Action Rifle Long and Short Action Differences
Understanding the difference between Remington 700 long and short actions is crucial for purchasing correct rifle parts like scope mounts and stocks. Short actions are typically for cartridges such as .308 and .223, while long actions accommodate larger rounds like .30-06 and magnum calibers. A visual demonstration shows how a long action scope mount will overhang a short action receiver, rendering it incompatible.









