Remington Model 552 Speedmaster .22 S/L/LR Semi-Auto Rimfire Rifle
The Remington Model 552 Speedmaster is a classic American semi-automatic rimfire that cycles .22 Short, Long, and Long Rifle interchangeably without adjustment. This example features the patented floating chamber that enhances reliability with low-pressure .22 Short rounds, a 23.5" carbon-steel barrel, and a handsome walnut stock. Its 15-round tubular magazine and smooth blowback action make it a versatile choice for plinking, small-game hunting, and collection alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good – showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good – clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling: Good – intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
This rifle has a few scuffs and areas of finish wear consistent with normal handling but remains in solid functional shape.
What’s Included
- Remington Model 552 Speedmaster rifle
Introduced in 1957, the Model 552 was Remington’s answer to shooters who wanted one rimfire that could handle every common .22 cartridge. The floating chamber (US Patent 2,675,638) gives the bolt extra impulse, allowing the action to cycle reliably even with the mild recoil of .22 Short.
The under-barrel tubular magazine holds 15 rounds of .22 LR (more with Shorts or Longs), offering generous on-board capacity without altering the rifle’s sleek profile. Loading is quick and familiar to any shooter accustomed to rimfire repeaters.
Construction is all steel where it counts: a blued carbon-steel barrel and receiver paired with a walnut stock. The gold-colored alloy trigger adds a subtle visual accent, while the hard-rubber buttplate with Remington medallion maintains period-correct style.
Sighting is straightforward thanks to a ramped front bead and an elevation-adjustable rear leaf, making it easy to dial in for different ammunition types or target distances. A cross-bolt safety provides simple, positive on-safe confirmation.
With its 23.5" barrel, 13.5" length of pull, and smooth blowback operation, this standard-grade 552A balances quickly and shoots softly—attributes that have kept the Speedmaster in demand for decades.