Remington Firearms (New) R85743 .243 Win 22" 5-Round Bolt-Action Rifle

The Remington Firearms R85743 .243 Win 22" 5-Round Bolt-Action Rifle is a centerfire hunting and precision rifle built for accuracy at distance and reliability in the field. Designed for hunters, sport shooters, and precision riflemen, this bolt-action platform delivers consistent performance across variable conditions. The .243 Winchester cartridge offers excellent ballistics for medium game and target work, with manageable recoil that supports follow-up shot placement and extended shooting sessions without fatigue.

Built on Remington's proven bolt-action mechanics, the R85743 features a 22-inch barrel that balances velocity, handling weight, and sight radius for practical field use. The 5-round magazine capacity provides standard hunting and range work capability while maintaining a compact profile for transport and shooting positions. Weighing 9.55 pounds and measuring 48.1 inches overall, this rifle achieves an optimal balance between control and portability—critical factors for hunters covering terrain or shooters spending extended time at the range. The bolt-action design ensures safe, deliberate fire and straightforward field maintenance, with no external safeties or mechanisms to snag on gear.

Law enforcement and military marksmen favor bolt-action rifles for precision applications where shot accuracy outweighs rate of fire. Hunters benefit from the .243 Winchester's flat trajectory and moderate recoil when taking deer-sized game at moderate distances. The R85743 accepts standard Remington scope mounting solutions and integrates with conventional hunting optics and tactical glass setups. Field stripping and maintenance follow military-standard bolt-action protocols, making this rifle straightforward to operate and service for personnel trained on centerfire rifle platforms.