The 700 5-R Stainless Threaded Gen 2 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, built around stainless steel components and an HS Precision stock with aluminum bedding. The threaded muzzle adds flexibility for suppressors or muzzle brakes. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Series/Collection: 700 5-R Stainless Threaded Gen 2 
• Action: Bolt 
• Stock Type: Fixed HS Precision with Aluminum Bedding 
• Trigger Type: X-Mark Pro 
• Muzzle Type: Threaded 
• Magazine Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Twist Rate: 1:8" 
• Hand Orientation: Right 
• Barrel Material: Stainless Steel 
• Receiver Material: Stainless Steel 
• Stock Material: Synthetic  
• Barrel Finish: Black Cerakote  
• Stock Finish: Sand Color with Black Webbing  
• Barrel Length: 24" 
• Length of Pull: 13-3/8" 
• Overall Length: 43-3/4" 
• Weight: 8.5 lb  
• Drop at Comb: 1-1/4" 
• Drop at Heel: 1-1/2" 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The stainless steel barrel and receiver resist corrosion and hold up well over time. The 1:8" twist rate stabilizes the 6.5 Creedmoor projectile effectively at long range. The black Cerakote finish on the barrel adds wear resistance on top of the corrosion protection from the underlying stainless. 
 
The HS Precision stock with aluminum bedding provides a stable, repeatable fit between stock and action, this reduces shot-to-shot variation and helps the rifle perform consistently in competition or hunting conditions. The X-Mark Pro trigger is user-adjustable and typically described as clean and crisp. 
 
The threaded muzzle accepts suppressors or muzzle devices without additional gunsmithing. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

 
This rifle fits precision shooting competitions where consistency across many shots matters, and hunting situations where long-range accuracy and corrosion resistance are practical requirements. The 6.5 Creedmoor manages recoil well enough for extended range sessions, and the threaded barrel extends the platform's versatility for suppressed use.

The Remington 700 5-R Gen 2 in 6.5 Creedmoor draws strong positive feedback from precision shooters and hunters, with only minor criticisms.

Accuracy is the most consistently praised trait. The 6.5 Creedmoor at long range, combined with the 700 platform's known precision, earns frequent high marks from competitive shooters and hunters alike.

Build quality is well regarded. The stainless steel construction and Cerakote finish hold up under field conditions, and the rifle has a reputation for reliability.

The Remington 700 platform's aftermarket support comes up regularly. The wide availability of stocks, triggers, and optics means users can modify the rifle extensively to suit their needs, which is a meaningful draw for experienced shooters.

The threaded barrel is consistently mentioned as a practical feature, suppressors and muzzle devices attach without modification.

The X-Mark Pro trigger gets solid reviews for its crisp pull, though a few users adjust it from factory settings before they're fully satisfied.

Weight at 8.5 lb is occasionally flagged as a consideration for hunters who cover a lot of ground, though most find it manageable given the stability it provides.

Pricing is viewed as reasonable for what the rifle offers, though a handful of buyers wish it were lower.