R700 Carnage
700-pattern workhorse. Built to be used. More rifle for your money.
At a glance
R700 Carnage is the no-nonsense 700-pattern rifle for Aussie shooters who want function over flex. It's designed to run hard in dust, rain and red dirt, then drop straight into the aftermarket ecosystem when you want to dress it up.
- •700-pattern compatibility so you can tap into the huge ecosystem of stocks, triggers and rails instead of paying “brand tax.”
- •Hard-use finish on action and barrel, built to live in the ute, not the safe.
- •Set-and-forget zero when matched with quality glass and ammo.
In the box
- •Two 5-round detachable magazines
- •Picatinny rail, fitted
- •Instruction manual
Available through dealers now.
R700 .223 Rem
SKU CR223SB20
RRP (AUD, incl. GST)
$799
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| SKU | CR223SB20 |
|---|---|
| Calibre | .223 Rem |
| Action | 700-pattern bolt action, one-piece monoblock steel, two-lug locking |
| Barrel length | 510 mm |
| Barrel profile / finish | Free-floating 4140 CrMo chrome-plated steel, gas nitrided, button rifled, matte black |
| Twist rate | 1:8 |
| Receiver finish | Picatinny rail included; drilled & tapped for scope mounts (6-48) |
| Stock | Synthetic |
| Magazine / capacity | 5-round detachable, AICS compatible |
| Overall length | 1034 mm |
| Weight | 3.4 kg |
A closer look
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.308 WIN · ALL FIGURES IN INCHES AT 100 YARDS
Final results: average group
Sako Gamehead 123gr SP
ADI 135gr Hollow Point
Hornady Superformance 150gr SST
Sierra Master Sport 135gr HP
Federal 130gr V&P JHP
ADI 165gr Sierra GameKing
Hornady Match 168gr ELD-M
PPU 150gr SP
Hornady Prec. Hunter 178gr ELD-X
PMC Bronze 150gr PSP
Hornady Whitetail 150gr InterLock
Winchester Match 155.5gr Berger
Rem. Core-Lokt Tipped 180gr
TEST VERDICT
4 of 13 loads average under 1 MOA
BEST LOAD: SAKO GAMEHEAD 123GR SP · 0.59″ AVERAGE · 2,950 FPS
RIFLE PREFERENCE: FOCUS ON 2,950+ FPS AMMUNITION FOR BEST RESULTS
More rifle for your money
The 700 footprint is the most supported action pattern in the world. The R700 Carnage uses it, so the same stocks, chassis, triggers and rails fit. What changes is the price of getting in.
RRP, every calibre
Australian retailer, .223 Rem, September 2026
Typical shelf prices, not 700-pattern rifles
Prices checked September 2026 at Australian retailers. Carnage figures are RRP and your dealer sets their own shelf price, so treat these as a guide and ask your dealer for today’s number.
Built to be used
Most “budget” rifles feel like it. The R700 Carnage doesn't.
Solid action, sensible barrel profile and a finish built to shrug off rough handling. This is the rifle you throw in the tray, not the one you baby.
Use it for:
- •Spotlighting and paddock work.
- •Pigs, roos and general farm duties.
- •Weekend range days without worrying about pretty timber.
Built to be modded
You shouldn't have to start again when you want to upgrade.
R700 Carnage is built on a 700-pattern footprint so you can:
- •Drop it into popular 700-pattern stocks and chassis.
- •Swap to your preferred trigger.
- •Add rails, rings and accessories from the biggest aftermarket in the game.
In the field
Farm work
Throw it behind the seat, check stock, knock over pests and keep moving.
Hunting
From scrub to open country, pair it with decent glass and it'll do its job if you do yours.
Range days
Enough accuracy to make practice fun, not frustrating.
Get hands-on with an R700 Carnage
Carnage doesn't sell direct.
Talk to a licensed Australian dealer who can help you pick the right setup for your licence, state laws and shooting needs.
Firearms ownership in Australia requires a valid licence and safe storage that meets your state or territory requirements. Always handle firearms safely.