The Remington 700 CDL is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield with a 24-inch 416 stainless steel barrel (satin finish, 1:10 twist), American walnut stock, 4-round capacity, and 13-inch length of pull. Overall length is 44.5 inches; weight is 7.5 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 700 CDL 
• Caliber: .30-06 Springfield 
• Action Type: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Capacity: 4 rounds 
• Weight: 7.5 lbs (Average) 
• Overall Length: 44.5 inches 
• Stock Material: American Walnut (Satin Finish) 
• Barrel Material: 416 Stainless Steel (Satin Stainless Finish) 
• Twist Rate: 1:10 
• Length of Pull: 13 inches 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 700 action has been in production long enough that its design isn't a secret: push-feed bolt, controlled round feed geometry, and a trigger that's been the basis for countless aftermarket improvements. The CDL model uses the action in a classically-appointed package (walnut stock, satin stainless barrel) without the synthetic furniture and matte finish common on budget-tier hunting rifles. 
 
The 24-inch barrel in .30-06 Springfield gives the cartridge enough length to develop velocity without going into unwieldy territory. At 44.5 inches overall and 7.5 lbs, this is a field rifle you're carrying slung, not tucked under your arm. 
 
The American walnut stock has a satin finish that resists fingerprints and holds up better in the field than a high-gloss would, though wood stocks in general require more attention in wet conditions than synthetics. 
 
The Model 700 platform has decades of aftermarket support behind it. Stocks, triggers, scope bases, and chassis systems are all readily available if you want to build on the action. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Big game hunting: The .30-06 is well-proven on deer, elk, and black bear. The 24-inch barrel and walnut stock suit a traditional hunting rifle role. 
2. Long-range target shooting: The 700 action's consistency and the platform's trigger upgrade options make it a common starting point for precision rifle builds. 
3. Recreational range use: A capable platform for anyone who enjoys bolt-action shooting without competition or hunting requirements.

The Remington 700 CDL in .30-06 draws from a long ownership history, so feedback tends to be specific and practical rather than impressionistic.

Accuracy is the most consistent positive. The 700 action has a strong reputation for producing tight groups, and the CDL-spec barrel and trigger deliver on that without requiring immediate modifications. Owners shooting factory ammunition typically report sub-MOA or close-to-sub-MOA performance, which for a field hunting rifle is genuinely useful.

Build quality and materials get good marks. The walnut stock is well-finished, and the satin stainless barrel resists corrosion better than a blued steel equivalent. The combination gives it a traditional hunting rifle look that a segment of buyers specifically prefers over synthetic/matte alternatives.

The trigger draws both praise and critique. Out of the box it's crisp relative to many production rifles, but experienced precision shooters often note it has room for improvement. The aftermarket has dozens of drop-in options for the 700, which mitigates this concern.

Weight at 7.5 lbs comes up for hunters who cover a lot of ground in a day. It's not heavy for what it is, but buyers sensitive to carry weight sometimes migrate toward lighter synthetic-stocked options.

Pricing sits in the middle-to-upper tier for production bolt-action rifles. Most buyers who weigh it against alternatives feel the build quality justifies it; a few feel comparably-priced competitors offer more modern features.