Barrett MRAD 338 Lapua Mag Rifle

Description

Barrett MRAD 338 Lapua Mag Bolt-Action Rifle

The Barrett MRAD 338 Lapua Mag is a modular bolt-action rifle engineered for extreme long-range accuracy, built around a fluted 26-inch barrel chambered for the hard-hitting 338 Lapua Magnum cartridge. Designed by Barrett Firearms for military, law enforcement, and serious precision shooters, this system pairs a user-adjustable length-of-pull folding stock with an aluminum receiver to keep the rifle light, rigid, and ready to travel. With a 10+1 capacity, ambidextrous controls, and a match-grade trigger, the MRAD platform delivers repeatable, sub-MOA performance shot after shot in demanding field conditions.

Barrett built the MRAD around a fully modular design that lets shooters reconfigure caliber, barrel, and stock components without needing a gunsmith, making it a favorite among military marksmen and civilian long-range competitors alike. The folding stock reduces overall length for transport and storage while the adjustable length-of-pull lets shooters dial in a consistent cheek weld and eye relief across different body types and shooting positions. A fluted barrel and muzzle brake work together to shed weight and tame recoil, so follow-up shots stay fast and accurate even when firing the substantial 338 Lapua Magnum round downrange.

Key Features and Benefits

The match-grade trigger on this rifle breaks clean and consistent, giving precision shooters the confidence to press through a shot without disturbing the sight picture, which matters enormously at extended distances where small movements translate into real point-of-impact shifts downrange. An ambidextrous safety and controls mean the rifle runs equally well for left- and right-handed shooters, a detail that matters for military units and shooting teams issuing the same rifle to multiple operators. The aluminum receiver keeps overall weight manageable near 14.5 pounds while still providing a rock-solid optic mounting platform that holds zero reliably.

Barrett equipped this rifle with a folding, adjustable-length-of-pull stock so shooters can quickly customize fit for different body armor, clothing layers, or shooting positions without tools, then fold the stock down for compact transport in a vehicle or pack. The optic-ready receiver accepts a wide range of long-range scopes, and the 1:9.40-inch twist rate stabilizes heavy 338 Lapua Magnum bullets for consistent flight downrange past a thousand yards. A muzzle brake tames recoil and muzzle rise, letting shooters spot their own impacts through the scope and stay on target for faster corrections during extended strings of fire in the field.

Every detail on this rifle was chosen to support serious long-range work rather than casual range days, from the ambidextrous safety and match trigger down to the fluted barrel that balances rigidity against weight. Because the stock folds and the length of pull adjusts, one rifle can fit a range of shooters and loadouts, which is valuable for teams that share equipment or for individuals who layer clothing seasonally. The 10+1 capacity keeps a useful reserve of the powerful 338 Lapua Magnum cartridge on hand without adding excess bulk to the action or magazine well.

• Action: Bolt-action
• Caliber: 338 Lapua Mag
• Barrel: 26-inch fluted, 1:9.40-inch twist
• Capacity: 10+1
• Trigger: Match-grade
• Safety: Ambidextrous
• Stock: Folding w/ Adjustable LOP
• Weight: 14.50 lbs, OAL 49.40 in

Barrett MRAD 338 Lapua Mag Specifications

Every Barrett MRAD 338 Lapua Mag ships with a right-hand bolt action, a Gray finish on the folding stock, and a silver/gray metal finish on the receiver and barrel for a rugged, field-ready appearance. The 49.40-inch overall length shrinks considerably with the stock folded, and the 14.50-pound weight keeps the rifle manageable for extended carries to a shooting position. Optic-ready and muzzle-braked, it is built for serious long-range work.

Who It Is For

This Barrett rifle suits precision marksmen who need a dependable long-range platform for competition, hunting dangerous or distant game, or professional duty use, and who value a system that can be broken down and reconfigured in the field. Shooters moving between disciplines will appreciate that the MRAD lives in the same family as other Barrett precision rifles, so skills, magazines, and accessories often carry over between calibers and configurations. Anyone browsing the broader lineup of Rifles on this site will find this model represents the top end of what a bolt-action long-range system can deliver today.

Serious buyers should also weigh support and parts availability, and Barrett backs the MRAD platform with factory service, spare parts, and documentation available directly from the Barrett official site. Because the stock, barrel, and bolt are all field-replaceable, agencies and long-range shooters can maintain a single rifle across multiple calibers rather than buying separate guns for each cartridge, which simplifies training, logistics, and budgeting over the life of the platform. This makes the rifle a strong fit for anyone who plans to grow into new disciplines or calibers without starting over from scratch.

Why Choose This

Choose the Barrett MRAD 338 Lapua Mag when you need one rifle that can handle match competition, long-range hunting, and professional duty work without compromise. Its folding, adjustable stock, fluted 26-inch barrel, ambidextrous controls, and match-grade trigger combine into a system built by a manufacturer trusted worldwide for long-range precision. Backed by proven Barrett engineering and a 10+1 capacity chambered in the powerful 338 Lapua Magnum cartridge, this rifle rewards the investment with dependable accuracy at extreme distance, session after session, making it an easy recommendation for shooters who refuse to compromise on performance in the field.