Model 70 Sporter in 243 Win. The Sporter is the baseline Model 70 configuration: full walnut stock, blued steel, controlled-round feed, 24" barrel. A versatile deer and varmint rifle in classic trim. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: 243 Win Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1937, USA Weight: 104 oz Overall length: 44.5" Status: Active Intended use: Hunting, Big Game, Varmint