The Remington 700 VLS (Varmint Laminate Stock) in .204 Ruger is a specialized prairie varminting platform featuring a heavy 26-inch barrel paired with a laminated hardwood stock. The laminate construction provides dimensional stability under heat and humidity changes during extended shooting sessions — a significant advantage over walnut when firing high volumes. The .204 Ruger's extreme velocity and the VLS's heat-sinking laminate stock make an ideal sustained-fire combination. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .204 Ruger Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2005, USA Weight: 152 oz Overall length: 45.75" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Varmint