#SundayGunday: Taurus Expedition

Published on November 3, 2024
Duration: 4:51

The Taurus Expedition is a new bolt-action hunting rifle designed by hunters, featuring a three-lug bolt with a 60-degree throw for fast operation. It is built on a Model 700 footprint, allowing for aftermarket trigger and stock compatibility. The rifle boasts a composite stock with ergonomic features, an M-LOK rail, and an interface for bipods. It is chambered in .308 Winchester or 6.5 Creedmoor and guarantees sub-MOA accuracy.

Quick Summary

The Taurus Expedition is a bolt-action hunting rifle featuring a three-lug bolt with a 60-degree throw for fast cycling. Built on a Model 700 footprint, it offers aftermarket compatibility for triggers and stocks. It boasts a composite stock with M-LOK, an 18-inch hammer-forged barrel, and a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction to Taurus Expedition
  2. 00:12Taurus Expedition Overview
  3. 00:24Bolt Action Design and Features
  4. 00:34Bolt Throw and Action
  5. 00:43Extractor and Ejector System
  6. 00:49Aftermarket Compatibility (Model 700)
  7. 00:55Designed for Hunters
  8. 01:03Calibers and Barrel Lengths
  9. 01:14Composite Stock Features
  10. 01:19Pistol Grip and Forend Design
  11. 01:31M-LOK Rail System
  12. 01:40Bipod Attachment Points
  13. 01:47Buttstock Design
  14. 01:53Cheek Rest and Toe Bag Provision
  15. 02:01Recoil Pad
  16. 02:03Sling Swivel Studs
  17. 02:09Metal Finish (DLC)
  18. 02:13Controls and Trigger
  19. 02:24Two-Position Safety
  20. 02:30Bolt Release
  21. 02:35Loaded Chamber Indicator
  22. 02:42Bolt Handle Design
  23. 02:49Bolt Knob Features
  24. 02:56Fluted Bolt
  25. 03:00Receiver Drilling and Tapping
  26. 03:09Magazine Capacity and Type
  27. 03:14AICS Magazine Compatibility
  28. 03:20Magazine Insertion and Release
  29. 03:32Magazine Fit and Hunter Preference
  30. 03:46Barrel Attachment (Barrel Nut)
  31. 03:53Accuracy Guarantee (Sub-MOA)
  32. 03:58Hammer Forged Barrel
  33. 04:01Barrel Length and Design
  34. 04:10Barrel Threading (Suppressor)
  35. 04:16Radial Fluting for Heat Dissipation
  36. 04:20Barrel Rifling and Twist Rate (.308)
  37. 04:25Weight and Dimensions

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Taurus Expedition bolt action unique?

The Taurus Expedition features a three-lug bolt with a 60-degree throw, allowing for faster cycling compared to traditional two-lug bolts. This design is optimized for quick follow-up shots, especially when using a rifle scope.

What aftermarket support is available for the Taurus Expedition?

The Taurus Expedition is built on a Model 700 footprint, meaning it is compatible with many aftermarket triggers and stocks designed for the Remington Model 700, offering significant customization options.

What are the key features of the Taurus Expedition's stock?

The composite stock includes a deep vertical pistol grip for control, finger grooves on the forend, an M-LOK rail for accessories, and a pronounced heel for better shoulder purchase. It also features a Monte Carlo cheek rest.

What calibers and barrel specifications does the Taurus Expedition offer?

The Taurus Expedition is available in .308 Winchester and 6.5 Creedmoor. Our test unit had an 18-inch hammer-forged barrel threaded 5/8x24 TPI for suppressors, with a 1:10 twist rate in .308.

Does the Taurus Expedition guarantee accuracy?

Yes, Taurus promotes a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee for the Expedition rifle. This means the rifle is expected to shoot groups of one minute of angle or less at 100 yards with appropriate ammunition.

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