2012 NRA Annual Meetings: Barrett MRAD Rifle

Published on April 15, 2012
Duration: 3:21

Chris Barrett of Barrett discusses the MRAD rifle, which received the NRA Golden Bullseye Rifle of the Year award. He highlights its design as a true combat weapon, not a sporterized hunting rifle, emphasizing its adaptability for various roles. Key features include easily interchangeable barrel systems, ambidextrous magazine release, a folding stock, and adjustable length of pull and comb height.

Quick Summary

The Barrett MRAD rifle, winner of the NRA Golden Bullseye Rifle of the Year award, is a combat-designed firearm featuring interchangeable barrel systems, multiple caliber options (.338 Lapua Magnum, .300 Win Mag, .308 Win), a folding stock, and ambidextrous magazine release for maximum adaptability.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction by Chris Barrett
  2. 00:14NRA Golden Bullseye Award for MRAD
  3. 00:21MRAD Calibers: .338 Lapua Magnum
  4. 00:25Future Calibers: .300 Win Mag & .308 Winchester
  5. 00:39Previous Award: Model 98B
  6. 01:03MRAD: Multi-Role Adaptive Design Explained
  7. 01:10Designed as a Combat Weapon
  8. 01:35Interchangeable Barrel Systems
  9. 01:45Bolt Head Changes for Calibers
  10. 01:51Quick Detach 10-Round Magazine
  11. 01:54Ambidextrous Magazine Release
  12. 02:00Folding Stock Design
  13. 02:21Adjustable Length of Pull
  14. 02:27Adjustable Comb Height
  15. 02:31Upper and Lower Receiver Separation
  16. 02:35Accessing Trigger Mechanism
  17. 02:55Lightweight and Compact Design
  18. 03:06Power of .338 Lapua Magnum

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Barrett MRAD rifle unique?

The Barrett MRAD is unique because it's designed from the ground up as a true combat weapon, not a modified hunting rifle. Its key features include easily interchangeable barrel systems, a folding stock, ambidextrous magazine release, and adjustable ergonomics for adaptability to various combat roles.

What calibers is the Barrett MRAD available in?

The Barrett MRAD is currently available in .338 Lapua Magnum, .300 Win Mag, and .308 Winchester. Barrett also plans to offer it in many other calibers in the future, with the ability to change bolt heads to accommodate these different options.

How does the Barrett MRAD facilitate adaptability for different missions?

Adaptability is achieved through its modular design. The barrel systems can be quickly changed by removing two bolts, and bolt heads can be swapped for different calibers. This, combined with its compact size and adjustable features, allows it to be configured for diverse combat requirements.

What award did the Barrett MRAD receive?

The Barrett MRAD received the prestigious Golden Bullseye Rifle of the Year award from NRA Publications. This marks the second such award for Barrett, following their recognition for the Model 98B.

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