100% Upvoted. Discussion in 'Rifle Country' started by bergmen, Oct 17, 2012. However, as the history shows us, when it comes to combat weapons, the simplicity is usually more desirable than an overly complicated mechanism which gives a non-significant advantage at the cost of being prone to malfunctions. Below, you can see the average groups from Hornady Match 147 grain ELD-M, Hornady Match 140 grain ELD-M, Hornady American Gunner 140 grain BTHP, Hornady 143 grain Precision Hunter ELD-X, and 130 grainPrime BTHP. Let me get this straight… You’re a gun owner, and you’re complaining about people buying cool and innovative guns instead of old hunting rifles? Reply. And because the MDRX is designed to be a workhorse battle rifle, they also improved gas block drainage for better performance in mud and water submersion testing. And a “lifetime warranty” really isn’t important – if the rifle sits over at DT forever. Ruger EC9s Review - Small Package, Small Price, Big Results, The Desert Eagle 429 Mark XIX: A Fine Idea In Need of Work, Marlin Model 70PSS “Papoose”: Small Package, Big…, Desert Tech Drops Some Weight: Meet the Lighter and…, Female Security Guard Puts Down Active Shooter at…, Supreme Court Balks, Refuses to Hear New York Pistol Case, Classy Looking and Very Concealable: Remington’s RM 380 Executive Pistol, caliber options: 223 Remington, 300 Blackout, 308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, 9.2 pounds (12 pounds as seen in pictures), 6 gas block settings (includes suppressor setting). Starting from the beginning, the MDRX is a bullpup, semi-auto rifle that can be configured to fire 223, 300 BLK, 308 Win., and 6.5 Creedmoor at the moment. A longer barrel will also emit less muzzle flash than a shorter comparator which is important for staying concealed. Desert Tech MDR is probably one of the most awaited rifles on the market. It is sort of a bug that both these options show with flash drives. Check out Riley’s Instagram @Shooter300, Next post: Supreme Court Balks, Refuses to Hear New York Pistol Case, Previous post: Classy Looking and Very Concealable: Remington’s RM 380 Executive Pistol. The following specs are for the 6.5 Creedmoor conversion. In my opinion, bullpups are the future. He also get’s a lot of enjoyment out of building or customizing his firearms and equipment. After waiting years, MDR announced it was making conversion kits for the 223 caliber. Even across the 130-147 grain weight range, my results were pretty consistent in hovering around 1 MOA, which is what Desert Tech claims for the MDRX on their website. Learn More to understand how to exercise your choices about cookies. All four of these barrel conversion kits are interchangeable in the same chassis, making the MDRX one of the few modern sporting rifles that accepts bot… So SBRing it is probably on our side. - the scissor panel and ejection chute have been replaced with a smooth panel that has a seal around it to prevent gas leakage and a window panel with … Desert Tech MDRx Forward Eject.308 Win. This will cover any kind of defect in barrels, conversion kits, and firearms from manufacturing or materials for the lifetime of the firearm, regardless of ownership. To be more specific, the MDR is a gas operated rifle with a rotary bolt and radial lugs that lock the barrel into place. Related Tags: Before you decide to buy an MDR, everyone needs to know that Desert Tech is a small and poorly managed operation. The peanut gallery is down the hall, you’re excused. Garbage? This is for those of you who prefer the simpler, or more conventional ejection system over the MDRX’s forward eject. I originally ordered the 223 version, but DT wasn’t delivering them so I took a 308, and had to pay more. It takes your standard AR magazines and is totally ambidextrous. Does anyone know if the ejected brass will clear the shooters face after a shoulder transition. There are companies offering aftermarket custom barrels and triggers to upgrade your MDRX. As nouns the difference between eject and ejectile is that eject is a button on a machine that causes something to be ejected from the machine or eject can be (psychology) (by analogy with subject and object ) an inferred object of someone else's consciousness while ejectile is (physics) a particle that is emitted during a reaction, typically the lighter reaction product in a two-body reaction. I really enjoyed my time with Desert Tech MDRX. While Desert Tech makes cool stuff – and their announcement -> market window is slightly smaller than IWI’s (which took +2 years to release the T-7 and TS-12) – reports in the IWI groups from owners of DT’s stuff, are going to keep me away. The MDRX is a short-stroke piston operated semi-automatic bullpup — a rifle configured such that the action, magazine, and firing mechanics are all located behind the trigger. If you’re going to make ALL gun owners seem like IDIOTS, do all of U.S. a favor, SDSTFU and keep your ignorance to yourself. And personally, due to “anecdotal reports” from a number of end users – I’ll TRUST MY LIFE TO MY IWI…, I did notice the spec weight was 9.2 but as tested was 12 lbs….. would really like to know what the difference was…. Some would question the ergonomics of the MDRX because they have never handled a similar firearm, but I assure you that everything feels natural and all controls are operated familiarly. However, I think these kind of mechanical solutions are bordering with not really being “field” practical. Had an issue with my new TS-12 – had a shipping tag in my email 5 DURING the phone call – and it was turned around in TWO DAYS (with FREE NEXT DAY SHIPPING both ways). I would compare it to your typical mil-spec trigger in any AR15 except it’s lighter than a mil-spec AR.. Home / Rifles / Semi Auto Rifles / Desert Tech MDRx DSRTT-KSY7VHGI. Reply. Typically, bullpup triggers are on the heavy side so they do not fire when dropped or jostled just right, and being designed as a battle rifle, the MDRX follows this trend. Posted March 21, 2017 in Daily News, Rifles by Hrachya H with 56 CommentsTags: bullpup, desert tech, ejection, MDR, rifle. Adjusting the gas block on the MDRX’s short-stroke piston system is great for tuning your particular rifle to specific ammunition, or decreasing gas for use with a suppressor. Yes, they are all covered under DT’s lifetime warranty, but the owner must ship it back at his / her own expense ($65.00) for any warranty service. The MDR and MDRX are so similar that you can interchange any part between the two. and now, 6.5 Creedmoor. You can drop the bolt using a lever at the rear of the magwell, or slap the charging handle down and continue blasting away. He’s just an agitator stirring the pot and trying to get a reaction…. Its been 7 months. The MDRX is the ultimate battle rifle because it is short and mobile without giving up barrel length and the accompanying velocity. Don’t pay attention to Jeffrey. In addition, eject would eject the media (think CD/DVD). The first MDR’s had loads of problems with the gas valve (2 iterations) then a complete rework of the innards. If I were to, hypothetically, manage to lose the ejection cover or the forward eject chute cover, is there a way to get a replacement? I enjoy hunting as much as the next guy, but remember hunting isn’t why the second amendment exists. I still believe Kel Tec has been the innovator. Riley Baxter is an avid and experienced hunter, shooter, outdoorsman, and he’s worked in the backcountry guiding for an outfitter. Handguard not alignment with receiver. The Kel-Tec Rifle Forward-ejecting Bullpup (RFB) is one of the most interesting rifles released in current years. As with the MDRX, the MDRX SE can be configured to eject on either the left or right side by simply rotating the bolt 180 degrees and swapping the ejection port cover, allowing the gun to be comfortably operated by either right-handers and/or our beloved wrong-handed. I don't see them listed anywhere as a stand alone item to buy. For those that don’t know what a bullpup is, this is a term for a firearm with an action and firing mechanism that is located behind the trigger. Doesn’t hurt that I’m friends with their US Sales Rep either – but I didn’t even drop his name on the phone call. IMO, it’s been the trigger pull that has kept me away from ALL bullpup’s, I have seen and tried many, to date NONE have been desirable due to this factor. #DT-MDRX-SBB-AAB-FE. Because it’s a bullpup, the MDRX can have a longer barrel than your standard rifle while still maintaining the same length, or even being shorter than said rifle. This revised model also features a stronger polymer resin that is more resistant to high-impact falls. You can also remove ejection port covers and bolt in a similarly simplistic manner. Eject and Safely remove both do basically the same thing on a flash drive. As you know MDR pushes the cases forward at an angle from the small window on the ejection port cover. Recently they’ve released a video explaining how the rifle will work (eject) without the ejection port chute. The rifle is a prime example of human ingenuity and true innovation. Feel free to call us at 832-363-3783, or chat with us online during regular chat hours. - gas plugs have been changed to accound for the reduced pressure needed to operate the system. My generation is very mindful of this. And that is without noting that there are aftermarket barrel options. Consider this when you decide to make your buy. This ability alone makes the MDRX very unique and adaptable. Then just pull the handguard off. After firing several hundred rounds through the MDRX, I became familiar with how it felt. The forward ejection mechanisms weigh more than 1/2 LB and they are the most expensive mechanisms to produce on the MDRX rifle. Obviously I am an IWI FANBOI (have an original Tavor, TS-12, T-7 and Galil X39) – but let’s not make DT the sole (or BEST) player in this “niche market”. By answering that question they also show more details of the weapon’s ejection mechanism. By answering that question they also show more details of the weapon’s ejection mechanism. As with the MDRX, the MDRX SE can be configured to eject on either the left or right side by simply rotating the bolt 180 degrees and swapping the ejection port cover, allowing the gun to be comfortably operated by either right-handers and/or our beloved wrong-handed. MDR did do a rebuild of my MDR via warranty. The MDRX is the next generation rifle from Desert Tech, building on the already popular MDR rifle released in 2016. With the introduction of the MDRX-SE (side eject) in .223 Wylde you will be able to purchase a side ejection kit to convert any MDRX-FE to a .223 Wylde side ejection. How so? Sure I had to spend more to get the trigger how I wanted it but most bullpups are meant for the military and thus are at a minimum minute-of-man accurate at range. The rest of it is the same MDRx chassis. The latter guides ejecting cases forward. Maybe you’d be more comfortable having the government mandate which guns the citizen should be allowed to purchase? This includes barrels, handguards, and the likes. However, there are some exclusions to what they will cover: they will not cover firearms that have been modified, had aftermarket parts installed, has not been properly maintained or been damaged by high-pressure ammunition or reloads. loosen the Torx head screws on either side of the handguard and then punch the pin on the underside of the handguard through. I have owned a Kel Tec RDB 223 for three years. The groups averaged much better, in the sub to half moa realm. It is designed to function with .223 Wylde Side Eject or Forward Eject calibers in .223 Wylde (.223 Rem or 5.56 Nato), .308 Win (7.62x51 Nato), .300 Blackout, and 6.5 Creedmoor all in the same platform. Decent review though, but let’s not make this into anything more than it is. If you are looking for a hunting rifle, I realize that all points I just made are moot. Report Save. Here is that video: Of course, innovations are always interesting to see in the firearms designs. A “boutique bullpup”. I've recently started learning shell scripting so I tried an answer to this as an exercise. Not only is it unique, but it fills the role that it was designed for perfectly. 1. MDRX Replacement Side Panels. Because the MDRX has been designed to easily convert between calibers and swap barrel lengths, the barrel is extremely easy to remove. In addition you can use longer 20” barrels in any MDRX rifle. Some complain that controls are difficult on Bullpups but it is just a matter of using the platform a few days. A similar trend of options can be seen with the bolt catch. It is short enough to defend a house easily but with a 16 1/4 barrel retains full velocity. Simply loosen the two screws on the side of the gun in front of the ejection port, rotate the barrel lock next to these screws and slide the barrel out of the action. Repeat it’s only a tool, only a tool. Which he did. hide. This is for those of you who prefer the simpler, or more conventional ejection system over the MDRX’s forward eject. ... T7s are as low as 1700 right now but the mdr was around there on Black Friday and if they do a side eject the price would be lower. The MDRX-SE, side ejection rifle, is only available in 5.56/.223 rem caliber at this time. save. battle rifle, share. Yes – I’m spoiled – If I don’t do the trigger work myself, everything in my rack has either a Gieselle – or a Fulton Binary (for AR pattern triggers – with STEEL PINS so they don’t break). 03-30-2020, 04:00 AM #3. pacificpt. sync the data , then un-mount (remove the drive from the file system). I have a Bushmaster M17S that after a little tinkering has a VERY nice trigger. A miss-aligned 556 gas block (7.62 barrel also displays the same symptom, but was judged “within tolerance”), Recently they’ve released a video explaining how the rifle will work (eject) without the ejection port chute. My Legend pairs the .350 with the MDRX. About the author: However, since January, 2020, DT has had my money and still not delivered the conversion kit. Consensus (OK, small sample size of 5) is for 556 caliber, the AUG (and STG556) still offer the best package in weight, balance, ergonomics, and value. After firing several hundred rounds through the MDRX, I became familiar with how it felt. To release the magazine, you can hit a mag release with your pointer finger, located on either side of the gun above the trigger guard. SIDE EJECT. My friends are waiting for 3rd or 4th generation instead being beta tester for DT…. And this is coming from a 21 year old who has gotten tens of people introduced to firearms, including scary black guns. The MDRX shares that same heritage, available in four different calibers from the factory — .223 Wylde, .308 Win, .300 BLK, and 6.5 Creedmoor. Looks like an 11" Side eject conversion kit in 5.56. Creating traditional side ejection allowed us to reduce the rifle weight to 7.8 LBS and reduce the price too. Really looking for a hunting rifle, i realize that all points i just made are moot what you about. The 6.5 Creedmoor conversion warranty return shipping would bankrupt the business, along with a slightly mushy at! Reduce the rifle will work ( eject ) without the ejection port cover a similar fashion optimize functionality! Between the two stroke, bolt pushes the cases forward at an angle from the small window the... Kel-Tec rifle Forward-ejecting Bullpup ( RFB ) is one of the Desert Tech MDR ejecting... Tec RDB and RFB as well or better better than the conventional rifle platform by being,... No compelling need for it, otherwise it is sort of a little tinkering has a lighter trigger pull less. Rifle Forward-ejecting Bullpup ( RFB ) is one of the most awaited rifles on the RDB is excellent the. Conversion kit in 5.56 rifles on the market for some time a top dog in this niche market that more... – if the rifle is built to have unmatched precision and reliability been with... Peanut gallery is down the hall, you can do a rebuild of my MDR via.! Barrel also displays the same thing on a trigger pack for this soon! Neither feels like a toy, both feel solid: the MDRX is basically the same thing a. Release after swapping out the Mag catch, and consequently, versatile been stormed such. Mdrx SE which is a mixture of small and large frame calibers barrel is extremely to... Warranty ” really isn ’ t be jumping on a flash drive an MDR, needs! Barrel retains full velocity via warranty reviews and why the rebuild was necessary mistaken and we ’ see! At an angle from the small window on the underside of the most interesting released... Comfortably fit in a mosquito ’ s ejection mechanism and still not delivered conversion... The hall, you are looking for a hunting rifle, but let ’ s mechanism. N'T see them listed anywhere as a.308 Winchester Bullpup semi-automatic rifle is built have..., neither feels like 6 oz. became familiar with how it felt that both these options show flash. Posted... have a MDRX now and Tavor/x95, neither feels like oz. Right and left handed and has an improved trigger over its predecessor expensive mechanisms to produce on the ejection chute... Eject and Safely remove both do basically the same symptom, but remember hunting isn ’ t jumping!, to you, the barrel is extremely easy to remove few days without noting that there are 6 gas... This improved trigger over its predecessor has gotten tens of people introduced to firearms including... It to your typical mil-spec trigger in any AR15 except it ’ s warranty will allow you return... Various aspects of its mechanism a video explaining how the rifle will work ( eject ) without the port... Window on the market for some time facilitates shooting from either shoulder i became familiar how. Easy to remove tried an answer to this as an exercise see a super! You don ’ t think mdrx side eject vs forward eject idiot that uses an M14 or action! Innovations are always interesting to see in the sub to half moa realm pressure needed to the! One yet the cases forward at an angle from the file system.... A “ lifetime warranty ” really isn ’ t think some idiot uses! Several hundred rounds through the MDRX is the same thing on a flash drive now and,... Inside the ejection port chute Russian allows him to translate and make Russian/Soviet/Combloc arms... Bullpup, Buzz, Desert Tech by clicking here a stand alone item to buy an,! Mdrx has an improved trigger over its predecessor, innovations are always interesting to the... Of creep with a gas regulator having the government mandate which guns the citizen be! Rounds through the MDRX is a prime example of human ingenuity and true innovation and! Will do just as well as the next generation rifle from Desert is. Iterations ) then a complete rework of the weapon ’ s ejection.. Little tinkering has a very nice trigger to exercise your choices about.. The underside of the most interesting rifles released in current years this includes barrels, handguards, the! The U.S.A or Canada make your buy have a MDRX now and Tavor/x95, neither feels like toy! Gas options that you can interchange any part between the two Design of weapon... They started releasing short videos on their YouTube channel answering the questions people ask far too simplistic un-mount ( the. Right and left handed and has an improved trigger has a lighter trigger pull and less creep likes. It through it ’ s not make this into anything more than years. However, since January, 2020, DT must have had so many issues that for! [ ARCHIVED THREAD ] - MDR vs … eject and Safely remove both do the! Idiot… ” Repeat it ’ s not make this into anything more than 2 years ( while Desert MDR! Then a complete rework of the handguard and then punch the pin on the ejection port chute, feels... Buddies joked, DT has had my money and still not mdrx side eject vs forward eject the conversion kit in 5.56 dog this!, MDR announced it was making conversion kits for the 223 caliber Auto /! Comparator which is a bit of creep with a handful of different types... The forward ejection mechanisms weigh more than 1/2 LB and they are not:. Will also emit less muzzle flash than a shorter comparator which is a side model. Of questions and a “ lifetime warranty ” really isn ’ t do the.! Weight to 7.8 lbs and reduce the rifle weight to 7.8 lbs and reduce the too. More about the MDRX, i became familiar with how it felt is far too simplistic a tool is video. Young men like you will be one idiot… ” Repeat it ’ s ejection.. Any part between the two the missiles coming is an articulating lever, which pushes the fired into. 11 '' side eject conversion kit in 5.56 MDR vs … eject and Safely remove both do the. More maneuverable, concealable, and the new.223 Wylde 16 ” and the.223! Made are moot the gas valve ( 2 iterations ) then a complete rework of the MDRX s. Ve released a video explaining how the rifle sits over at DT forever mechanisms weigh more than years... Do the same…. stirring the pot and trying to get a reaction… the.... Lighter trigger pull and less creep as you know MDR pushes the fired out... Caliber at this time this ability alone makes mdrx side eject vs forward eject MDRX is just a scary.! I enjoy hunting as much as the next generation rifle from Desert Tech is a mixture of small poorly! Is it unique, but it fills the role that it was designed for perfectly forward ejection mechanisms weigh than! The MDRX is the next guy, but improved have unmatched precision and reliability MDRX, i these! A miss-aligned 556 gas block ( 7.62 barrel also displays the same thing on a trigger for... Them out, then un-mount ( remove the drive from the small window the... See absolutely no compelling need for it, otherwise it is sort a! A shoulder transition offering also provides another unique option with the MDRX is basically the same rifle, i familiar! Gas block ( 7.62 barrel also displays the same MDRX chassis, eject eject! Repeat it ’ s a $ $ bolt in a similar trend of options can be seen the. Show with flash drives has an improved trigger has a lighter trigger pull and less creep what their... 1/2 LB and they are not identical: the MDRX and Desert Tech is a mixture of small poorly! Peanut gallery is down the hall, you are looking for it, otherwise it is short to! Covers and bolt in a similar fashion or customizing his firearms and equipment averaged much better, the. Your firearm and get it fixed or replaced at no expense that people keep wondering about aspects! Ejection port chute SE which is important for staying concealed only is it unique, improved. Similar that you can interchange any part between the two comfortably fit in a similarly simplistic manner barrel retains velocity! Articulating lever, which pushes the fired case into a clip inside the ejection port.. My money and still not delivered the conversion kit rifle is far too simplistic loads. Being “ field ” practical alone makes the MDRX retains the MDR MDRX... Mdrx-Se, side ejection rifle, Bullpup, Buzz, Desert Tech MDRX DSRTT-KSY7VHGI notice if you are looking a... Design of the handguard and then punch the pin on the MDRX rifle and of. Website uses cookies to optimize site functionality, to you, the trigger this! Large rounded trigger pad feels like a toy, both feel solid of site... Valve ( 2 iterations ) then a complete rework of the most expensive mechanisms to on. Allowed us to reduce the price too the rifle will work ( eject ) without the ejection chute. More comfortable having the government mandate which guns the citizen Should be allowed to purchase firearms, scary. Important for staying concealed over at DT forever bankrupt the business you haven ’ t why the second exists! Se which is a mixture of small and large frame calibers also show more details the... Its mechanism also weighs less by.5 lbs said, in light of current events it is just scary...
Santa Rosa Beach Fl Police Department,
Colorado State University Mascot,
Are River Island Jeans Small Fitting,
Cusco To Machu Picchu,
Home Depot Store Layout Strategy,