MDT ESS Chassis Main Body

Please note this is the main body only; the stock, grip, forend and magazine are sold separately.

The MDT ESS chassis provides ultimate ergonomics and features. The ESS retains MDT's 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.

A serrated barricade stop has been added to the front of the magazine well, and a polymer forend grip at the balance point adds comfort. Thumb shelves have been added to both sides of the chassis for shooters who prefer an open grip.

The most significant change is the incorporation of the ESS chassis specific buttstock 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.

Specifications:

• Weight: Chassis system including forend and buttstock is between 4.4 to 4.8lbs (depending on action)
• Ambidextrous, easy reach magazine latch – can be operated with trigger finger or left hand
• The extra large magazine well for easy mag insertion/removal
• Barricade stop in front of the 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
• 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 aluminium and finished with H-series Cerakote