BDL variant chambered in .223 Rem following the cartridge's commercial introduction. Shared the short-action BDL platform with .222 Rem. Popular with prairie dog and coyote hunters. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .223 Rem Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1964, United States Weight: 7 oz Overall length: 43.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Hunting, Varminting