Remington Model 48 Sportsman vs Remington 870

1949–1968

1950–present

Unknown

Over 11,000,000

1194 mm

978-1320mm (38.5-52 in) (varies by model)

711 mm

457-762mm (18-30 in) (varies by model)

3.29 kg

3.2-3.6 kg (7-8 lb) (varies by model)

2 rounds (3 total with chambered round)

4+1 to 7+1 rounds (varies by model)

Long recoil

Pump action

Single-stage

Single-stage

Bead front sight

Bead sight, rifle sights, or ghost ring sights (varies by model)