Desert Tech MDR - 6.5 Creedmoor - On the Clock

Published on September 3, 2020
Duration: 18:08

The Desert Tech MDR in 6.5 Creedmoor offers a smoother recoil impulse than its .308 counterpart, especially with a longer barrel and handguard. While it performed well in medium-range stages, malfunctions occurred during barricade shooting, later identified as issues with 25-round PMAGs, with 20-round magazines recommended for this caliber. The rifle's forward ejection system excels in ambidextrous shooting, and the muzzle brake effectively mitigates recoil, though it is loud.

Quick Summary

The Desert Tech MDR in 6.5 Creedmoor provides a smoother recoil impulse than the .308 version, enhancing shootability for competition. Malfunctions were traced to 25-round PMAGs; 20-round magazines are recommended for this caliber due to cartridge geometry.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Desert Tech MDR 6.5 Creedmoor
  2. 01:17Ammo & Recoil Comparison
  3. 02:35Rifle Configuration: Optic & Bipod
  4. 03:27Medium Range Stage Performance
  5. 05:25Barricades Stage & Malfunctions
  6. 08:01Ambi Drill Stage: Forward Ejection
  7. 10:38Troubleshooting: Magazine Issues
  8. 13:11Final Results & Muzzle Brake
  9. 14:40Optic Review & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main advantages of the Desert Tech MDR in 6.5 Creedmoor for competition?

The 6.5 Creedmoor MDR offers a smoother recoil impulse than the .308 version, improving shootability. Its forward ejection system is excellent for ambidextrous shooting, and it demonstrated strong performance in medium-range stages, achieving high scores comparable to top AR-15 shooters.

What issues were encountered with the Desert Tech MDR 6.5 Creedmoor during testing?

Malfunctions occurred during the barricades stage, which were later identified as issues with 25-round PMAGs. Desert Tech recommends using 20-round magazines for the 6.5 Creedmoor caliber due to cartridge geometry.

How does the recoil of the 6.5 Creedmoor MDR compare to other calibers?

The 6.5 Creedmoor variant recoils much more smoothly and controllably than the .308 version in this platform. This improved recoil management enhances the shooter's ability to stay on target and follow-up shots.

What is the recommended magazine capacity for the Desert Tech MDR in 6.5 Creedmoor?

Desert Tech recommends using 20-round magazines for the 6.5 Creedmoor caliber in the MDR. This is due to potential cartridge geometry issues that can cause feeding malfunctions with larger capacity magazines like 25-round PMAGs.

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