The Remington Model 700 ADL Varmint is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Winchester with a 26-inch heavy contour barrel, matte black finish, and an overall length of 46.5 inches. At 8.5 lbs, it's built for shooting from a supported position rather than carrying long distances -- the weight is the trade-off for the heavier barrel profile that reduces movement during the shot. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .308 Winchester 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Weight: 8.50 lbs 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
   

Features 

The receiver is machined from solid steel bar stock for uniform bedding and long-term accuracy retention. The 1:10" twist barrel stabilizes standard .308 projectiles well across a wide bullet-weight range. Drilled and tapped for scope rings straight from the factory. The Adjustable X-Mark Pro trigger is set from the factory but adjustable, which is useful for shooters who want a lighter, more defined break than the stock pull. The cylindrical receiver design provides a consistent bedding surface in the stock, which contributes to repeatable accuracy shot to shot. 
 
With its 26-inch barrel and heavy contour, this rifle is best suited to bench or prone work: varmint control at distance, long-range target shooting, or competition classes that allow heavier rifles.

Accuracy is the most consistent praise the 700 ADL Varmint receives. Users frequently note sub-MOA groups with quality .308 ammunition, and the 26-inch heavy barrel gets credit for thermal stability during longer strings of fire. The matte black finish reduces glare -- practical for both field and range use.

Build quality feedback leans positive. The Remington 700 action has a long track record, and the solid steel receiver instills confidence in long-term durability. The deep aftermarket for this platform is a practical advantage that owners mention often -- stocks, triggers, and optic hardware are widely available.

Weight at 8.5 lbs draws some criticism from hunters who want to carry this rifle through terrain. For bench work and varminting from a fixed position it's fine; as a pack rifle it's tiring.

The factory trigger gets mixed reviews. Some find the X-Mark Pro satisfactory out of the box; others find the pull too heavy or inconsistent and replace it with an aftermarket unit. The stock material is occasionally flagged as feeling less refined than rifles at higher price points, though it functions without issue.

Overall sentiment is positive, with accuracy and the 700's established reputation as the main selling points. Buyers who want a heavier .308 for precision work generally consider it well-priced.