The Armscor M1700 is a compact, bolt-action hunting rifle chambered for the .17 HMR cartridge. Originally designed for hunting, like its predecessor the Armscor M1600, it is also used for pest-control. Its light weight (6 lb) and short length (40.5 in) make it a comfortable weapon to shoot up to and beyond 300 feet.[1] It comes in either a blue or stainless steel finish, a wood stock, has a 5-round internal magazine, and a thumb-operated trigger block device for a safety. It comes standard with fiber optics front sights and adjustable rear sights and can be mounted with a scope.[1]
| Armscor M1700 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Rifle |
| Place of origin | Philippines |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Armscor |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 6.5 lb (2.9 kg)[1] |
| Length | 40.5 in (103 cm)[1] |
| Barrel length | 22 in (56 cm)[1] |
| Cartridge | .17 HMR[1] |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Muzzle velocity | 2,500 ft/s (760 m/s)[2] |
| Effective firing range | 325 ft (99 m)[1] |
| Feed system | 5-round magazine |
| Sights | Fiber-optic front, adjustable rear[1] |