Description
The MDT XRS chassis is built for precision bolt-gun shooters who want a rigid, adjustable foundation for the Howa 1500 short-action platform without committing to a fully custom build. Where a factory stock flexes and shifts under load, a chassis transfers that energy through a more consistent structure, which matters when you are chasing repeatable andpoint-of-impact between shots at distance.
The XRS is designed around compatibility with AR-style pistol grips, so a shooter can tailor the feel of the rifle to what they already know and prefer rather than adapting to a fixed grip angle. The same logic applies to the buttstock interface: the chassis accepts folding and adjustable stocks that let you dial in length of pull and cheek height for a given optic height and shooting position, whether that is prone behind a bag or seated at a bench.
The Howa 1500 short-action inlet means the chassis fits the action without slop or shimming for that receiver family specifically — it is not a universal fit adapted with spacers. That direct fit keeps the action bedded predictably, which is one of the variables a chassis addresses compared to a conventional stock.
The black finish here is MDT’s standard anodized aluminum construction, keeping weight manageable while providing the rigidity that makes the chassis concept work in the first place. If you are running a Howa 1500 short-action and want a platform that supports a modern andoptic-height cheek weld, ARCA or Picatinny fore-end accessories, and a grip that matches your existing manual of arms, the XRS is a straightforward way to get there.






