Remington Spartan 453

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Remington Spartan 453
Type Semi-automatic shotgun
Place of originRussia
Production history
DesignerKonstantin Evseev
Designed1999
Manufacturer Izhevsk Mechanical Plant
Produced2006–2008 (U.S. import)
Specifications
Mass8.25 pounds (3.74 kg) (28" barrel)
Length49.5 inches (126 cm) (28" barrel)
Barrel  length24, 26, or 28 inches (61, 66, or 71 cm)

Cartridge 12 gauge (up to 3½" length)
Action Semi-automatic gas operated
Feed system4+1 tube magazine
Sights Bead
References [1] [2]

The Remington Spartan 453, also known as the SPR 453, is a gas operated semi-automatic shotgun. It is an American import of the Russian-made Baikal MP-153, [2] manufactured by Izhevsk Mechanical Plant in Izhevsk, Russia. It was marketed and distributed by Remington Arms, who ceased importing the shotgun to the United States in 2008.[ citation needed ]

The SPR 453 is inexpensive compared to other semi-automatic shotguns. It is most often used for hunting birds, and for clay pigeon shooting sports, such as trap and skeet. It is chambered for 12 gauge shells, in lengths of 2+34 to 3+12 inches (7.0 to 8.9 cm). [2] Several versions of the SPR 453 were marketed, including one using Mossy Oak "New Break-Up" camouflage. [2]

It has seen usage in the Russo-Ukrainian War by drone hunting units. [3]

References

  1. "SPR453 Autoloading Shotgun". Remington Arms. Archived from the original on 4 January 2013. Retrieved 27 December 2012.
  2. 1 2 3 4 McNab, Chris (2007). Sporting Guns: A Guide to the World's Rifles and Shotguns. Thomas Dunne Books. p. 72. ISBN   978-0312368234 . Retrieved 6 June 2020.
  3. https://old.reddit.com/r/UkraineRussiaReport/comments/1nucqfx/ru_povsome_interesting_firearms_in_service_with/