Anschutz rifle weight question

[tommer]

I'm considering getting an Anschutz in .22LR. I'm still in the early research phase.

I saw on the Anschutz web site that there's a big difference in weight between the 1416 models, at around 2.5kgs and the 1710 models, which weigh about a kilo more.

The dimensions, barrels, and stock configurations are about the same. Does anyone know what the story is here?

 

[9mmepiphany]

well..the action is completely different, but i wouldn't think it would come to a whole kilo...are you looking at the same stock styles

 

[tommer]

It's 1416 Classic vs. 1710 Monte Carlo.

1416 Monte Carlo is available, but there's no weight listing for it.

I'm interested in the open sight models, but in each case, there's a heavy barrel version available that weighs .2kg more.

I'm asking about this because I plan on carrying this rifle around in the field. Can anyone tell me whether the increased accuracy or whatever other benefits the 1710 offers are noticeable off the bench?

 

[9mmepiphany]

i just checked the 2008 catalog and i was wrong...the 1710 really is listed as 2lbs heavier

the difference between to two actions is that the 1400/64 sporter is their "moderately price", entry level rifle built to a price point.

the 1700 sporter is based on the 54 action which is what they build their World/Olympic Champiopnship rifles on. it is a larger action (they also offer it in centerfire calibres) and has a faster lock time.

whether you would notice the difference would depend on your skill level

 

[tommer]

Do you think that's where the extra weight is, in the action? That seems like a hell of a lot of extra metal for a .22.

 

[9mmepiphany]

it is a lot longer action, as it will fit the .222 cartridge, with a boly that is over 6" long. it was machined out of a solid block for world competition where weight isn't as much a consideration as a solid platform to align the bolt and barrel.

plus i would think the roll over Monte Carlo stock adds alot of wood

 

[JohnBT]

www.championshooters.com/1416dbig.htm

6.1 pounds

www.championshooters.com/1710dbig.htm

6.6 pounds


"Can anyone tell me whether the increased accuracy or whatever other benefits the 1710 offers are noticeable off the bench?"

I think it's worth every penny it costs extra and I don't even own one yet. I do have a Cooper, Finnfire, 541-S, 452, etc. Just not a 1710.

 

[9mmepiphany]

there you go...i wished i'd thougght of checking there.

for the half pound difference, it's a no-brainer...oh wait, i already have one

i bought the 1712, with match trigger for X-mas

 

[tommer]

Thanks for the info.

I'm not sure whether I'm allowed to hijack my own thread, but here goes: does anyone have experience with the set trigger that's offered on the 1710?

 

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