Marlin Model 70P
Marlin Model 70P | |
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.22 LR | |
Action | Semi-automatic self-loading |
Rate of fire | less than 2 seconds per shot, typical |
Feed system | 7 and 10-round magazines |
Sights | adjustable open rear, ramp front sight with high visibility orange post; cutaway Wide-Scan hood; integral .22 tip-off scope mounting rail. |
The Marlin Model 70P, also known as the Marlin Papoose, is a
AR-7. The Model 70P is based on the earlier Marlin Model 70 (currently listed as Model 795) that has a fixed barrel and conventional stock. Its semi-automatic action originated with the Marlin Model 60. The Marlin Model 70PSS variant has a synthetic stock and stainless steel
barrel.
The rifle has an open rear sight and ramp front sight with high visibility orange post surrounded by a cutaway hood. The receiver has an integral .22 tip-off scope mounting rail. Swivel studs for a carrying strap are embedded in the synthetic stock. Included Marlin accessories are a 7-round metal magazine, a tool for adjusting the barrel nut, and a padded nylon carrying case designed to float in water. Optional accessories from Marlin include 7 and 10-round nickel plated metal magazines. Third party 25-round magazines are available.
Gallery
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2008 Marlin Model 70PSS, disassembled, with ruler for scale
References
- Marlin Model 70PSS page at Marlin Firearms
- Marlin Model 70PSS Owner's Manual