by Ryan | Mar 27, 2017 | Rifle Chassis System, Modular Driven Technologies |
The ESS Chassis retains the MDT proven V-block bedding system to form a solid and reliable base for the rifle action. The magazine well has been refined for easy insertion of the magazine, while reducing rattle and movement. The tab style magazine release has been replaced with a semi-flush ambidextrous paddle that can easily be activated by a weak or strong hand. The recoil lug mortise has been designed to accommodate most aftermarket recoil lugs and the trigger area will accommodate most aftermarket triggers.
MDT ESS Chassis System
A serrated barricade stop has been added to the front of the magazine well and a polymer fore-end grip at the balance point adds comfort. The wide fore-grip area combined with the octagonal profiled for-end tube offers flexible options when shooting over bags or improvised rests. Thumb shelves have been added to both side of the chassis for shooters who prefer an open grip.
MDT ESS Chassis System Grip
The most significant change is the incorporation of the ESS specific butt-stock interface, rather than the traditional AR pattern interface. This allows us to place the pistol grip in optimum relation to the trigger, while still allowing the shooter to choose from the wide variety of AR pattern pistol grips which suit their preference.
MDT ESS Chassis Stock – The MDT ESS chassis comes with it’s own butt-stock, similar to our Skeleton Rifle Stock. It is fully adjustable including lateral adjustment for the butt-pad and the cheek rest. Cheek rest height and butt-pad length-of-pull are adjustable by thumb wheels.
MDT ESS Chassis Stock
MDT ESS Chassis Stock Cheek Riser
A butt-stock with an integrated folder will be introduced soon as well as an M4 carbine buffer tube adapter by Fall 2017.
MDT ESS Fore-End – Fore-Ends are offered in 3 different lengths, 12″, 15″ and 18″, can be ordered with a full rail, partial rail, or no rail with cut-outs to allow low scope mounting. Each fore-end comes with M-Lok slots and QD flush cup mounts.
Action specific scope mounting rails which co-index with the fore-end rail are available as an accessory.
MDT ESS Chassis Mounting And Compatible Accessories
The MDT ESS chassis is designed with it’s own butt-stock for perfect ergonomics and is designed to use AR15 style pistol grips (purchased separately), and allows for customization with a wide variety of accessories. The Fore-End comes in 3 different lengths, and can be ordered with a full rail, partial rail or no rail.
MDT ESS Chassis System Rail Mounting Options
MDT ESS Chassis System Specifications
- Weight: Chassis: 1.6lb, Fore-end: 0.6lb – 1lb, Butt-stock: 2lb.
- Length of Pull: 13.4″ – 14.4″ (Based on Remington 700).
- Ambidextrous, easy reach magazine latch – can be operated with trigger finger or left hand.
- Extra large magazine well for easy mag insertion/removal.
- Barricade stop in front of magazine to prevent putting pressure on the magazine.
- Angled front profile with hand grip for minute vertical adjustments and comfort/protection from the elements.
- Thumb rests on both sides of the chassis.
- Wide front profile for extra comfort / stability when resting on flat surfaces.
- Stock height at comb and heel – 0.5” below bore centerline. 1.0” of riser adjustability.
- Allows for barrel contours up to 1.300” straight taper.
- Accepts AICS pattern magazines for both short and long action. (3.715” long action)
- Accepts aftermarket lugs up to 0.375 thick and tapered
- Compatible with all non-beavertail AR pattern pistol grips. Beavertail grips will fit with minor trimming.
- CNC machined from Aircraft grade Aluminum, and finished with H-series Cerakote. Cheek-piece, fore-grip, and butt-pad constructed of composites.
What You Get And What You’ll Need
The ESS Chassis System comes complete with a chassis, butt stock, and a fore-end. All hardware is included. You will need Allen keys to assemble and install on your rifle.
In addition to the MDT ESS Chassis, you will need;
- An AR-15 pattern pistol grip. Grips with a beavertail will require minor fitting.
- An AICS pattern magazine appropriate for the rifle chambering.
MDT ESS Dimensions
MDT ESS Chassis Dimensions
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by Modular Rifle | Jan 19, 2016 | Drake, Modular Driven Technologies, Savage Rifles |
2015 US Army International Sniper Competition
Drake Savage Stalker 308 Long Range Tactical Sniper System at the 2015 US Army International Sniper Competition
Ft Benning, GA, 2015 US Army International Sniper Competition
SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO THE US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD WARRIOR TRAINING CENTER SNIPER TEAM AS THEY HELD THEIR OWN AGAINST THE SOF TEAMS with the SAVAGE STALKER RIFLE SYSTEM
DRAKE ASSOCIATES and SAVAGE ARMS had the opportunity to provide one of the participating teams at the 2015 US Army International Sniper Competition with a new long range sniper platform – the SAVAGE STALKER 308, Drake MK12 5.56 SASS and related support equipment in cooperation with our industry partners MDT / Modular Driven Technologies, The MAKO Group/ Fab Defense.
During the week of October 19-23, 2015, Sniper Teams from across the world traveled to Fort Benning to compete in the Annual International Sniper Competition. The goal of this competition was to identify the best sniper team from a wide range of agencies and organizations that included the U.S. Military, International Militaries, and Local, State and Federal Law Enforcement.
Many teams were invited to compete in a gauntlet of rigorous physical, mental and endurance events that test the range of sniper skills that include, but are not limited to, long range marksmanship, observation, reconnaissance and reporting abilities, and abilities to move with stealth and concealment. After competing in the events the best teams were selected.
DRAKE ASSOCIATES and SAVAGE ARMS were privileged to be able to supply the SAVAGE STALKER 308 long range tactical sniper system, Drake MK12 5.56 SASS to the US Army National Guard Warrior Training Center Sniper team.
At the 2015 US Army International Sniper Competition awards ceremony at the end of the competition is was announced that the US Army NG WTC, using the Savage Stalker rifle system achieved the following outstanding and significant results:
- Top National Guard Team
- 2nd Place for NON-Special Operations/SOF team- Conventional Units
8th Place Overall Ranking for competition (The majority of the competition was from Special Operations Forces / SOF Units)
SAVAGE STALKER Rifles were very well received in the community! DRAKE ASSOCIATES had previously introduced the SAVAGE STALKER long range tactical rifles to other SOF units in recent deployments and at the USASOC Sniper Competition in March 2015 at Ft Bragg. Once again the SAVAGE STALKER Rifles were noticed and admired by the Special Operations Forces / SOF.
The SAVAGE STALKER long range tactical sniper rifles were proven to be lighter, more ergonomically designed and more accurate than many of the other systems that were used in the competition. This win by the US Army NG WTC was the result of intensive training and was a tribute to their dedication and “old school” work ethic. They competed against the best, most modern and well equipped Spec Ops teams and Won!
This is a big win for the US Army NG WTC, SAVAGE ARMS, DRAKE ASSOCIATES, MDT / Modular Driven Technologies, The MAKO Group/Fab Defense.
by Modular Rifle | Sep 22, 2015 | Modular Driven Technologies, Rifle Chassis System |
Modular Driven Technologies MDT HS3 Chassis Black
Modular Driven Technologies MDT HS3 Chassis Black
Modular Driven Technologies MDT HS3 Chassis is a solid Rifle Chassis System manufactured from billet 6061-T6 Aluminum, which has been hard anodized for additional strength. The v-shaped bedding ensures maximum accuracy and repeatability. The fore end allows barrels as large as the size of the rifle action and has a total length of 15″ from the trigger. (Which is 3″ longer than our popular LSS chassis system). The chassis is designed to take any AR-15 buttstock and Pistol grip and accepts MDT polymer magazines or any AICS profile magazine. The chassis is finished with Polymer side panels for color, grip and feel.
Improve accuracy and ergonomics with the HS3 Chassis system. The HS3 Rifle Chassis is a light (2.2lb) chassis system for bolt action rifles that allows use of AR-15 buttstocks and grips to suit your needs. It is machined from 6061 aluminum, hard anodized and finished with black or FDE side panels for color, grip and feel.
MDT HS3 Fits the Following Rifle Models
- Remington 700 Short Action
- Remington 700 Long Action
- Savage Short Action
- Savage Long Action
- Tikka T3 Short Caliber
- Tikka T3 Long Caliber
- Howa 1500 – Short Caliber
Modular Driven Technologies MDT HS3 Chassis Black
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by Modular Rifle | Sep 1, 2015 | Modular Driven Technologies |
MDT HS3 Remington 700 Chassis System
Modular Driven Technologies MDT HS3 Remington Model 700 Chassis System
Fresh of the completion of our wonderfully successful first site project the MDT TAC21 Suppressed Modular Rifle we are not wasting any time getting right back in to yet another product from Modular Driven Technologies. This time we ordered the MDT HS3 Remington 700 Chassis to replace the Bell&Carlson stock on my Remington 700 Heavy Barrel Varmint 22-250.
Brownells has a great video here on the MDT HS3 Remington 700 Chassis System.
The MDT HS3 Remington 700 Chassis system is a solid chassis system manufactured from billet 6061-T6 Aluminum, which has been hard anodized for additional strength. The v-shaped bedding ensures maximum accuracy and repeatability. The fore end allows barrels as large as the size of the rifle action and has a total length of 15″ from the trigger. (Which is 3″ longer than our popular LSS chassis system). The chassis is designed to take any AR-15 butt stock and Pistol grip and accepts MDT polymer magazines or any AICS profile magazine. The chassis is finished with Polymer side panels for color, grip and feel.
MDT HS3 Remington 700 Chassis
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by Modular Rifle | Aug 29, 2015 | Modular Driven Technologies, Rifle Chassis System |
MDT TAC21 Chassis System
MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle
MDT TAC21 Chassis System for Remington 700 Bolt Action Rifles
MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed – Project Complete
MDT TAC21 Chassis – As reflected on the page devoted to this project this rifle kicked off the rebirth of modularrifle.com and I’m quite pleased with how everything turned out.
Modular Driven Technologies – The entire project was a pleasure from the start thanks in large part to Maarten of MDT. He patiently answered each and every email in a timely and professional manner. Maarten is the single reason our second project will be a also be from MDT.
Packaging – The packaging was the first indication of the attention to detail and quality that MDT represents. So often these days gun parts are wrapped in paper paper, stuffed in a box and with a little luck arrive without to many dings and scuff marks. No chance of that with the TAC21. The unit ships in an ample box with a closed cell foam interior fitted for the individual chassis parts. Nicely done.
Construction – The MDT TAC21 Chassis is precision in and out. Flawless manufacturing, fit and finish. No interference from the Cerakote. Holes are cut clean and straight. Threads are cut clean. The pieces all go together precisely without forcing while retaining a tight fit. Make no mistake this is a piece of heavy duty gear which is not readily apparent in internet pictures.
Assembling the MDT TAC21 Chassis – The instruction manual is well done and written clearly. Installation was pretty straight forward if the directions are followed. (Remove the scope mount screws). As stated previously I suggest using the pdf instructions below as they are easier to read and view on a computer monitor.
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Note:We are going to call the MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle project complete even though a keen eye might notice the images reflect a Larue Tactical Scope Mount and a Leupold Riflescope instead of the Vortex Viper PST 4-16×50 FFP Riflescope and Ameican Defense Manufacturing Scope Mount as listed on the project page. We will update the images once the new scope is in hand.
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by Modular Rifle | Aug 26, 2015 | Buttstocks, Gear, Modular Driven Technologies |
PRS Adjustable Butt Plate
The Modular Driven Technologies PRS Adjustable Butt Plate is three-way adjustable for drop pitch and offset as well as length of pull. It further enhances the MAGPUL PRS® stock by adding the adjustability and the comfort of a soft rubber recoil pad. This is a complete module. It replaces the existing MAGPUL PRS® recoil pad, mechanism and all. Visit Modular Driven Technologies for ordering information
PRS Adjustable Butt Plate Features:
- Allows for PRS stocks to be perfectly fit to your position and/or clothing
- Adjustable vertically and for cant/rotation
- PRS butt plate retains the LOP adjustment that comes standard with PRS stocks
- Includes soft, rubber, recoil pad
- Adjustments are easily accessed through the rear of the recoil pad
- Over 3 inches of vertical adjustment
- Easily replace existing PRS hardware
- Aluminum construction with matte black anodizing and steel hardware with a matte black finish
MDT Magpul PRS Adjustable Butt Plate Installation Video by Modular Driven Technologies
