Sling attachment guidance for the Remington 870 (Tactical/Express). Check your exact configuration and both connectors before choosing the McLean Shotgun Sling. Factory attachment points do not by themselves confirm a direct fit.
Front attachment
Magazine cap or barrel-clamp swivel stud — aftermarket attachment option.
Remington's barrel clamp has the hole for a swivel but many ship without the swivel fitted. The usual fix is a magazine cap with a swivel stud.
Aftermarket attachment option: a stud needs a compatible sling swivel to provide a loop. Confirm the swivel dimensions and attachment type; the sling hook does not attach directly to a bare stud.
Rear attachment
Pre-moulded stud hole in the buttstock — aftermarket attachment option.
Express synthetic stocks have a factory attaching hole moulded into the underside, but the stud itself is not included.
Aftermarket attachment option: a stud needs a compatible sling swivel to provide a loop. Confirm the swivel dimensions and attachment type; the sling hook does not attach directly to a bare stud.
Why this sling on the Remington 870 (Tactical/Express)
Duty, home-defence and competition use put a shotgun on and off the shoulder constantly, often with a hand busy loading. Retention matters more here than raw comfort: the gun has to lock against the body and release without a second thought.
The McLean design is a two-point sling with a patented retention system: it cinches tight to hold the shotgun against your body hands-free, then releases into a ready position in one pull. It ships in one size and adjusts, so there is no length to choose.
Fitting it
- Clear the shotgun. Unload and clear it following the firearm manufacturer’s instructions before fitting any accessories.
- Front: confirm a compatible connector and follow the sling and attachment manufacturer instructions.
- Rear: confirm the matching connector for your stock or rear attachment; do not assume a slot, stud and QD cup are interchangeable.
- Adjust wearing your kit. A setting dialled in without a vest comes up short once it is on.
- Check the transition. It should shoulder without pulling tight across your chest.
Questions
Does the McLean Shotgun Sling fit the Remington 870 (Tactical/Express)?
Compatibility depends on the exact configuration and connectors. Confirm both attachment points and the connector fit before ordering. A factory attachment point does not by itself confirm a direct fit for the McLean sling.
Do I need a snap hook for the front of my Remington 870 (Tactical/Express)?
The McLean sling already carries a front hook. Choose a compatible attachment loop or swivel for that hook, and confirm its clearance and closure on your exact setup before buying additional hardware.
What do I need to buy for the Remington 870 (Tactical/Express)?
Front: Aftermarket attachment option: a stud needs a compatible sling swivel to provide a loop. Confirm the swivel dimensions and attachment type; the sling hook does not attach directly to a bare stud. Rear: Aftermarket attachment option: a stud needs a compatible sling swivel to provide a loop. Confirm the swivel dimensions and attachment type; the sling hook does not attach directly to a bare stud.
What length sling do I need for the Remington 870 (Tactical/Express)?
There is no length to choose. The sling ships in one size and adjusts, so the same sling covers carry and cinched retention. Set it wearing the kit you actually carry in — a setting dialled in without a vest or heavy coat comes up short once it is on.
Manufacturer and attachment references
Other firearms we have fitment for
Remington 1100 Tactical
Remington 870 Wingmaster
Remington 1100 (field)
Remington V3 Tac-13
Remington 700
Mossberg 590 Shockwave
Benelli M4
Beretta 1301 Tactical
Firearm photos: Remington 1100 Tactical — Arthurrh, CC BY-SA 3.0 (Background removed; image resized and centered.); Remington 870 Wingmaster — RemArms, Used with manufacturer permission (Background removed; image resized and centered.); Remington 1100 (field) — Robin Schaefer / Smithsonian Institution, Public domain (United States) (Background removed; image resized and centered.); Remington V3 Tac-13 — RemArms, Used with manufacturer permission (Background removed; image resized and centered.); Remington 700 — User:M855GT, CC BY-SA 3.0 (Background removed with segmentation and reviewed manual mask corrections; subject cropped, proportionally resized and centered on a transparent 1536 × 768 canvas.); Mossberg 590 Shockwave — O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Used with manufacturer permission (Background removed; image resized and centered.); Benelli M4 — United States Marine Corps, Public domain (Background removed; image resized and centered.); Beretta 1301 Tactical — Self, CC BY-SA 4.0 (Background removed; image resized and centered.).
