The "New" Barrett MRAD Thread!!!!!!
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I've tested with different bipod locations and a tripod and haven't seen a zero shift either. I still need to test with a bag on a barricade but I can't imagine that's a whole lot different than what I've already done.
I didn’t find much on vertical grips so I’ll share mine. I just swapped on the MDT Premier vertical grip. I haven’t shot with it, but it seems like it’s going to allow a more comfortable grip and better trigger control for me. I’m not crazy about the appearance of the gap it left between the grip and the receiver.
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Some MK22 hotness. The left one is a 300NM, right is the lords caliber
Can anyone tell me which pelican case model number the MRAD ships with? I just ordered a 300 prc yesterday, stoked to get it.
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The rifle itself ships in a pelican 1750. The full deployment kit with rifle, 3 barrels, etc. ships in a pelican 1770
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I recently purchased the .308 17” version and am looking to potentially use a Barrett suppressor. Does anyone know if the rifle came with the break for the am30 or am338 can? I ask because the am30 seems to be unavailable.
Many thanks for your input.
I recently purchased the .308 17” version and am looking to potentially use a Barrett suppressor. Does anyone know if the rifle came with the break for the am30 or am338 can? I ask because the am30 seems to be unavailable.
Many thanks for your input.
In my mind it’s to keep the number of parts to a minimum. Put the same functional break on all the versions and you’d only need to manufacture one part and that one part would work with the same suppressor for all calibers.
Where are you guys getting blanks for the barrel builders kits? Or does any mtu m24 blank work? I’m wanting to build a 7mm saw with my extra kit.
Heavy Varmint profile needed IIRC. Essentially a large shank Savage I believe I was told.
Does anyone know of an extension for MRAD mags? Id love a +5 or so, but even a +2 would make my life WAY easier.
For my fellow shortkings, the SMR baseplate for the butt pad is a direct swap with the MK22/MRAD baseplate. That cuts out about 5/8" off of the LOP. So now its perfect for me. Was about $30 from barrett ($15 part + $15 shipping). You lose the LOP adjustment, but if you needed a shorter than factory LOP, this is the way to go. Then add spacers if you want it between -5/8" and factory LOP.
Dissasembly was pretty easy, just need to remove a C-clip, rest can be done by hand.
Dissasembly was pretty easy, just need to remove a C-clip, rest can be done by hand.
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Can you please tell me what pill you are using and what type of velocity you're getting?
Makers kit needs 1.25" and will be milled down to 1.247. OD of threads will be 1.188".
I'm sorry I have not put it on a chrono yet, I'm shooting the 500gr A Tips
I just got my Mk22 Mod0 and I have a quick question regarding the MK22 suppressors. Will the non-locking AM338 suppressor still mount to the MK22 muzzle device or is it only compatible with the AML338 (Mk22 Suppressor) that is stated to be designed to only lock-up with the Mk22 Advanced Sniper Rifle? I was thinking that since the Mk22 Suppressors have become something akin to Unobtanium then I could just settle for the standard AM338 suppressor.
Your thoughts please and thank you.
Your thoughts please and thank you.
I can't say for sure if the AM338 will thread on but my guess is that it's compatible. With that said, if you have a MK22 I'd just wait for the right cans to be available.
Barrett was scheduled to meet with representatives from Picatinny during February 2025. Do you know if anything has been done by Barrett to resolve this situation? Thanks
When were these videos made? I believe the trigger issue on the MK22 has been known for about 3 years. Surprised that Barrett hasn't resolved the issue.
Yeah, I thought this issue was known quite a while ago. Is this still not fixed?
Strange how many MRADs are in civilian hands with no reports of this happening. I would think Barrett is taking a hard look at redesigning their trigger; at least they are easy to swap.
How exactly do you replicate this, the videos are 10 sec long. The two AD seems to be very different with the second being able to pull the trigger on safe. Which i cant replicate with my civ mk22.
I got about 500 rds on mine between 4 barrels. Is this a extended use issue? Also and/or is this a post acquisition issue or something? Alot of questions, mines been solid.
I got about 500 rds on mine between 4 barrels. Is this a extended use issue? Also and/or is this a post acquisition issue or something? Alot of questions, mines been solid.
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According to Barrett it is not happening with any commercial rifles. They are working with the Army to figure it out. Sounds like an armorer issue to me.
I think part of the difference is that the MK22 uses a single-stage trigger and the commercial uses a two-stage trigger. I have also read that the problem was with rifles having 2500 - 3000 rounds thru them. In any case, Barrett has known about this issue for quite some time and should have acted on it by now.
I asked Barrett about these videos. They did include that they are "old videos" so I don't know when this is occuring.
I've never really felt a reason to distrust them, but transparency is not their strong suit. Any organization I work with these days clarifies the issues, how to know if you're effected, and how to resolve them. These guys could take a page out of that playbook!
Here’s my MRAD entry with the .300PRC barrel. Smacked 2200 yards with factory Hornady 225gr ELD-M down in Texas a while back.
Obviously disheartening seeing the trigger issue still unresolved but luckily mine has been gtg and I take some solace in knowing there haven’t been any commercial gun issues reported.
Obviously disheartening seeing the trigger issue still unresolved but luckily mine has been gtg and I take some solace in knowing there haven’t been any commercial gun issues reported.
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My understanding is they use the exact same trigger module. So if Barrett is telling the truth about commercial weapons currently not displaying the issue, that leads me to believe that it's either an issue with someone adjusting the trigger module(armorer) or it's an issue appearing at a certain round count, since the military is very likely firing these more often than most civilians. Either way, Barrett needs to get in front of this and start letting people know what's going on.
I sure hope this doesn't become the norm with Barrett after its sale to NOIA.
The commercial MRADs I do believe use a 2 stage, whereas all MK22's mil and commercial side use the same single stage.
Also, I was told that the issue was happening due to the trigger adjustment screws starting to walk. They are semi fixed with a thread locker of some sort, and when exposed to excessive cleaning solvent it can break down and the screws can walk.
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