MDT Chassis

MDT ESS: The Competition Chassis Standard

The MDT ESS (Elite Shooting Solutions) is the flagship competition chassis—a fully adjustable aluminum frame with an ARCA-Swiss compatible rail, folding stock option, adjustable length of pull, adjustable cheekpiece, and an AICS-pattern magazine well. The ESS is the most feature-complete MDT chassis and the choice for PRS and NRL competitors who need maximum adjustability for different shooting positions. The folding stock capability is particularly valuable for prone-to-barricade transitions in competition. The ESS is available in configurations for Remington 700, Tikka T3x, Ruger American, and most other popular bolt-action footprints.

MDT HNT26: Lightweight Hunting Chassis

The MDT HNT26 is the hunting-focused chassis—significantly lighter than the ESS at approximately 26 ounces (hence the name), built around a carbon fiber and aluminum hybrid construction. It adds an ARCA rail and improved bedding consistency over factory stocks without the weight penalty of a full competition chassis. The HNT26 is popular with hunters who want the accuracy and ergonomic improvements of a chassis system without the weight of the full competition platform. It is the middle ground between a factory stock and a dedicated competition chassis for hunters who want both field performance and precision capability.

MDT LSS: Entry-Level Chassis

The MDT LSS (Lightweight Skeleton Stock) is the most accessible MDT chassis—a skeletonized aluminum frame that provides consistent bedding and an AICS magazine well at a lower price than the ESS or HNT26. The LSS does not include an ARCA rail or folding stock capability but delivers the core precision rifle chassis benefits at an entry-level price. It is the most common recommendation for a shooter upgrading from a factory stock for the first time who wants to experience chassis performance before committing to a higher-tier system.

Why Upgrade to a Chassis System?

Factory rifle stocks are designed for comfort and manufacturing economy rather than precision shooting performance. They typically have inconsistent bedding contact between the action and stock, no adjustability for different shooters, and limited compatibility with bipods and other accessories. An MDT chassis provides a machined aluminum bedding surface that makes full, consistent contact with the action—eliminating the variable pressure points that contribute to shot-to-shot inconsistency. The ARCA rail allows direct bipod mounting without stud hardware. The adjustable length of pull and cheekpiece allow the rifle to fit any shooter precisely, which is the foundation of consistent accuracy. For a shooter who already owns a quality bolt-action rifle, an MDT chassis is often the highest-return accuracy investment available.

MDT Compatibility: Which Rifles Fit?

MDT manufactures chassis in configurations for the most popular bolt-action platforms including Remington 700 short and long action, Tikka T3/T3x, Ruger American, Savage 110/Axis, Howa 1500, Winchester Model 70, and others. Verify your specific rifle's footprint before ordering—MDT maintains a complete compatibility chart on their website. The Remington 700 footprint is the most widely available as it is the most common action in precision rifle shooting. If your rifle uses a Remington 700-compatible action (Bergara, Seekins, Proof Research, etc.), standard Remington 700 chassis will fit directly.

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