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Marlin Model 1881 .45-70 Govt

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

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Marlin's first lever-action centerfire rifle designed to compete with Winchester for the big-bore market.

Type: Rifle

Action: Lever-Action

Caliber: .45-70 Govt

Capacity: 8

Year introduced: 1881, USA

Weight: 128 oz

Overall length: 46.5"

Status: Discontinued

Intended use: Hunting, Civilian