The Remington 783 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 16.5-inch heavy-contour barrel. It weighs 8 lbs and measures 36.13 inches overall. The barrel is threaded for suppressor or muzzle brake attachment, the Picatinny rail is factory-installed for optics, and the stock is FDE synthetic. 
 

Key Specifications: 

• Model: 783 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 16.5 inches 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Trigger: Adjustable 
• Safety: Two-position safety mechanism 
• Weight: 8 lbs 
• Overall Length (OAL): 36.13 inches 
• Twist Rate: 1:10" 
• Muzzle Type: Threaded for suppressor or muzzle brake attachment 
   

Detailed Features: 

The 16.5-inch heavy-contour barrel gives the rifle its compact length and handles heat during extended sessions better than a pencil-profile barrel would. The threaded muzzle opens the door to suppressors or muzzle brakes without modification. The Picatinny rail is factory-drilled; no additional receiver work required before mounting optics. The adjustable trigger lets you tune pull weight to preference. The FDE synthetic stock holds up in rough conditions and keeps the rifle light enough to handle at 8 lbs.

The Remington 783 in .308 Win — the 16.5-inch FDE threaded model — lands well with shooters who want a compact, affordable bolt gun that can thread a suppressor or brake without extra work.

Affordability is the first thing owners mention. The 783 is a budget-oriented platform, and most feel the accuracy-per-dollar ratio holds up at typical hunting and range distances. Groups are consistently reported as acceptable to good with quality ammunition.

Build quality reads as solid at the price point — the rifle feels put-together, and there are few complaints about fit and finish out of the box.

The optic-ready configuration and threaded barrel get good marks, particularly from suppressor owners who appreciate not having to send the rifle out for work.

On the downside: the factory trigger is a common complaint. Many describe it as heavy and gritty, and a number of owners have swapped it for an aftermarket unit. The stock is functional but some find it uncomfortable during extended sessions. A few owners have noted finish wear faster than expected under hard use. Some comparisons to higher-end rifles point out the missing features — adjustable stocks, better materials — but those rifles also cost considerably more.