MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle | Remington 700 Chassis

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MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle featuring a Remington 700 Chassis System

MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle

MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle – I decided to kick off the relaunch of this site with an entry level gun project of readily available hardware, nothing custom. As a barreled action I decided to use a Remington Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD rifle at a cost of $650. The Remington Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD has a threaded muzzle to accept an AAC-SD Sound Suppressor. I just happen to have an AAC 762-SDN-6 on hand.

This is my favorite website gun project at his time.

Remington Model 700 Tactical Rifle Chassis

Remington Model 700 Tactical Chassis

The gun will be based on the Remington Model 700 Tactical Chassis with the key difference being a shorter 20″ threaded barrel.

Remington Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD

Pillar bedded Ghillie Green Hogue over-molded stock. Heavy contour barrel has a 5/8-24 inch threaded muzzle to accept all AAC suppressors, flash hiders and muzzle brakes as well as other manufacturers of similar accessories. Shipped with a thread protector installed to shoot right out of the box or for the easy addition of accessories. Rate of twist, laser etched on the barrel, is optimized at 1:10 inches to stabilize 168 to 220 grain bullets as well as sub-sonic loads. X-Mark Pro externally adjustable trigger is set at the factory at 3 1/2 pounds with a 2 pound range of adjustment

The Model 700 SPS Tactical AAC SD Rifle, 308 (7.62×51 NATO) features a 20″ Heavy Barrel with 5/8-24 Threaded Muzzle. Shipped with Thread Protector Installed. Accepts AAC and all 5/8-24 Threaded Flash Hider, Muzzle Brake and Suppressor. 1 in 10″ Rate of Twist for 168 grain-220 grain Bullets and Sub-Sonic Loads. Hogue Overmolded Ghillie Green Pillar Bedded Stock. X-Mark Pro Externally Adjustable Trigger Set at 3 1/2 Pounds.

Note: Special thanks to the fine folks at Modular Driven Technologies for helping get this project off the ground.

Modular Driven Technologies MDT TAC21 Chassis – Flat Dark Earth – Remington 700 Chassis System

MDT TAC21 Remington 700 Rifle Chassis System

Modular Driven Technologies MDT TAC21 Chassis – Flat Dark Earth – Rifle Chassis System

The chassis for this project is obviously the Remington 700 version of the MDT TAC21 finished in FDE (Flat Dark Earth Cerakote)

Rifle Basix Remington Trigger Erv-3 K Remington 700 Trigger

We know we could always go with the safe bets of Timney Triggers and Jewell Triggers, however the Rifle Basix Remington Trigger Erv-3 K was selected mostly because we have not previously tested this trigger, the price is fair and it is readily available. We shall see how it performs.

Rifle Basix Remington Trigger Erv-3 K Remington 700 after-market triggers feature state of the art CNC machined housings made from T6 6061 billet aluminum and are black anodized for a factory appearance. All internal levers are investment cast from A-2 tool steel, CNC machined and heat treated for excellent wear characteristics. The levers are now electro nickel plated for extra protection and bright appearance. Each Rifle Basix Remington trigger is hand assembled, mounted on a test action, adjusted within advertised specifications, tested for proper operation and safety function before packaging. These triggers are guaranteed as long as they are in service, and may be repaired or replaced at no charge at any time (providing they have not been modified). Rifle Basix Remington triggers are designed for USER installation. No cutting, grinding, fitting or stock modification for adjustment screw clearance. These triggers feature wide (factory width) finger levers. Rifle Basix triggers are designed to utilize Remington’s original safety levers both right and left hand. New mounting pins are shipped with each trigger. Our new “K” kits are packaged with safety levers and bolt stop release to service the 2006 and later Remington rifles with their new trigger design. Right hand only.

Rifle Basix Remington 700 Trigger Erv-3 K, Modularrifle.com

Rifle Basix Remington Trigger Erv-3 K

Advanced Armament AR-15/M16/AR 308 Style Blackout 51T Muzzle Brake 102320

This Advanced Armament AR-15/M16/AR 308 Style Blackout 51T Muzzle Brake 102320 is the only option I can utilize with my rifle and suppressor combination.

XLR Industries Tactical Lite Butt Stock

One of the appeals of a modular rifle chassis like the MDT TAC21 is the ability to utilize an AR15 stock. That appeals to me. I had originally considered installing a Magpul PRS. I like the PRS except for one thing, the weight. It comes in a nearly 2 pounds. Not set on a PRS I began looking around and I noticed a majority of the TAC21 builds utilize a PRS. So in an interesting twist I decided to go with the XLR Industries Tactical Lite Butt Stock. XLR Industries is also a manufacturer of modular rifle chassis. The Tactical Lite Butt Stock installed comes in about a half pound lighter than the Magpul PRS. Now it’s important to note that MDT offers a stock specifically for the TAC21 Chassis. The stock, the MDT Skeleton Rifle Stock V2 is essentially what appears to be a skeletonized PRS designed to only fit the TAC21 and not AR15 or AR10 rifles.

Magpul MIAD Pistol Grip

The MAGPUL MIAD PISTOL GRIP was an easy selection. I like them and always have a few laying around.

Atlas BT46-LW17 Bipod

Atlas Bipod BT46 LW17 Bottom View

Read the Atlas BT46-LW17 BIPOD Specs here at our Atlas BT46-LW17 Bipod page

Construction from T6061
Type III Hard Anodized
Stainless steel springs & fasteners
15 degrees +/- of preloaded PAN
15 degrees +/- of preloaded CANT
Tool less Optional 3″ leg extensions
Tool less Optional Ski, Cleat and Spike feet
Estimated range of elevation is 5-9″ Standard
Estimated range of elevation is 7 – 13” Tall
5 Leg positions
Novel 45 degree Leg position pioneered by B&T Industries L.L.C.
Heat Treated Stainless Steel Leg components
Fore and Aft pivot limiting Bosses
Non-Rotating Legs
Strengthened Leg Boss
Inner Leg constructed from T7075
Standard height weight – 13 ounces
Tall height weight – 15 ounces

Advanced Armament AAC 762 SDN-6 Sound Suppressor

The Advanced Armament AAC 762 SDN-6 Sound Suppressor is the only .308/7.62 Nato I presently own.

Modular Driven Technologies MDT AICS Style 10RD 308/7.62 Polymer Magazine

Modular Driven Technologies provided us with this magazine. If all the reviews turn out to be true the MDT AICS Style 10RD 308 Polymer Magazines at $39.99 will be an absolute bargain for folks shooting an AICS compatible platform.

MDT AICS Style 10RD 308 Polymer Magazine

Vortex Viper PST 4-16×50 FFP Rifle scope with EBR-1 MOA PST-416F1-A Sniper Rifle Scope

Vortex Viper PST 4-16×50 Riflescopes with EBR-1 MOA PST-416S1-A

Vortex Optics have become tremendously popular in recent years. Performance at a given price point is said to be comparable to more expensive competition. I have zero experience with the brand so I figure what the heck. The Vortex Viper PST 4-16×50 Riflescopes with EBR-1 MOA PST-416S1 should suit my needs perfectly.

American Defense AD-RECON-S Scope Mount

Update: Despite the picture at the top of this page I ended up going with the American Defense AD-RECON-S Scope Mount and not the Leupold/Larue combination pictured. The scope mount is turning out to be a difficult choice. There are many excellent mounts on the market. In both economy of weight and cost is the AERO Precision Ultralight 30mm Scope Mount. Looks nice,clean and simple. Moving up in cost and weight is the American Defense Recon No Offset. The American Defense Recon No Offset is a robust mount with dual locking levers and substantial surface contact. Next up is the BOBRO Standard Precision Optic Mount. BOBRO without question makes some of the finest gear available. While the current line of mounts is no longer as sleek and sexy as the earlier generations they still retain BOBRO’s patented QD system which in my opinion is unrivaled at this time. Last but not least, the ugliest, most substantial and most expensive is the SPUHR. The SPUHR is a square mount. The rings are cut cleverly at 45 degrees, there is a level built in which is a big attraction and the mount accepts bolt on accessories for adding another picatinney for a secondary sight. The SPUHR is not QD.

MDT Chassis Accessory Rails – 5.0 Rail with QD Sling Point

MDT Chassis Accessory Rail – 5 Inch

Our MDT TAC 21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Rifle project requires MDT Chassis Accessory Rails (5.0″ Rail with QD Sling Point) to utilize an Atlas Bipod.

MDT TAC21 20 inch Suppressed Modular Sniper Rifle Chassis | MDT TAC21 Remington 700 Chassis

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