The Remington 870 Field Super Magnum is a pump-action 12-gauge shotgun with a 3.5-inch chamber, bead front sight, and glass bead blast blued finish. At 7.50 lbs with a 26-inch barrel and 46.5-inch OAL, it's a full-sized field gun with the capacity to handle the heaviest commercially available 12-gauge loads. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 2024016451 
• UPC: 810070688615 
• Brand: Remington 
• Model Name: 870 Field Super Magnum 
• MPN: R68861 
• Caliber/Gauge: 12 GA 
• Action Type: Pump Action 
• Capacity: 4+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 26 inches 
• Overall Length: 46.5 inches 
• Weight: 7.50 lbs 
• Chamber Size: 3.5" 
• Sights Type: Bead Front Sights 
• Stock Type: Fixed 
• Grip Type: Standard 
• Trigger Mechanism: Standard 
• Safety Mechanism: Crossbolt Safety 
• Finish Color/Type: Black Finish (Glass Bead Blast Blued) 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

The 3.5-inch chamber is the defining spec -- it accepts every 12-gauge shell from light 2.75-inch target loads to 3.5-inch magnum waterfowl and turkey loads, without requiring a separate gun for each application. The pump action is the same time-tested 870 mechanism found across decades of production. The fixed stock and bead front sight keep the package simple and the weight manageable. The glass bead blast blued finish reduces glare and holds up to field use. 
 

Target Audience 

The 870 Field Super Magnum suits hunters who want one pump-action gun that handles both upland and waterfowl seasons without compromise. The 3.5-inch chamber opens access to high-brass magnum loads for geese and turkeys while still running standard light loads without issue. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Waterfowl and turkey hunting where 3.5-inch magnum loads are preferred 
• Upland game and general hunting with standard 2.75-inch or 3-inch loads 

The Remington 870 Super Magnum 12 GA receives broadly positive feedback, with the 3.5-inch chamber being the main reason most buyers choose it over standard 870 variants.

Reliability is the consistent strength cited across user discussions. The 870 pump action's multi-decade track record carries over to the Super Magnum, and most users report it runs dependably across the full range of chamber lengths from 2.75 to 3.5 inches. The ability to run any 12-gauge load from a single gun is specifically highlighted by hunters who switch between upland and waterfowl hunting.

Build quality and durability receive consistent positive comments. Users trust the construction for hard field use.

Weight (7.50 lbs) and size are noted as considerations. At 46.5 inches OAL and over seven pounds, it's a full-sized gun that some users find tiring during extended carry on foot. The aftermarket parts ecosystem for the 870 platform is frequently cited as a positive, allowing users to customize stocks, sights, and accessories widely.