Mauser M18 Long Range
Mauser · Sniper Rifle · In Production · 2021
Also known as: M18 LR Chassis, Mauser 18 Long Range, M18 LR
Overview
The Mauser M18 Long Range is an affordable precision rifle built on the modern M18 action, housed in an MDT Oryx aluminum chassis system. Designed to make long-range precision shooting accessible without a premium price tag, the M18 LR combines Mauser's cold hammer forged barrel technology with a feature-rich chassis that includes an adjustable cheek riser, length-of-pull spacer kit, M-LOK slots for accessories, and a built-in bipod adapter. The 24.4-inch threaded barrel with M18x1 muzzle threading is optimized for both precision and suppressor use, while the 10-round detachable magazine provides ample capacity for extended range sessions.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4500 g (158.7 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 4900 g (172.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1100 mm (43.31") |
| Barrel Length | 620 mm (24.41") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 10 N (2.2 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 860 m/s (2822 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3592 J (2649 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 800 m (875 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 3700 m (4046 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 279 mm (10.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Cold Hammer Forged Steel |
| Stock Material | Aluminum Chassis |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary · 7.62x51mm NATO — also known as .308 Win, 7.62x51mm, 7.62 NATO
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5 CM, 6.5mm Creedmoor
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Three Position Safety, Firing Pin Safety
- Features: Free Floating Barrel, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Mdt Oryx Chassis, Adjustable Cheek Piece, Adjustable Length Of Pull, Suppressor Ready, M Lok Forend, Threaded Muzzle, Bipod Adapter, Pistol Grip
Variants
- Mauser M18 Standard — Base Model
- Mauser M18 Feldjagd — Hunting
Production
Production years: 2021-present
Production numbers not publicly disclosed. Part of the broader M18 platform which has become one of Mauser's best-selling modern rifles.
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
The M18 Long Range Chassis was introduced in 2021 as a purpose-built precision variant of the popular M18 hunting rifle. The MDT Oryx chassis provides a significant ergonomic upgrade over the standard polymer stock, adding rigidity and adjustability that the base M18 lacked. The M18 action features a three-lug bolt design with a 60-degree bolt throw for fast cycling. Despite its budget-friendly positioning, the M18 LR is capable of sub-MOA accuracy with quality ammunition. Available in .243 Winchester, 6XC, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .308 Winchester.
Background
The Mauser M18 Long Range represents a remarkable democratization of precision rifle shooting. By pairing their proven M18 action with the MDT Oryx chassis at a fraction of the cost of dedicated precision platforms, Mauser made sub-MOA long-range capability accessible to a vastly wider audience -- a far cry from the brand's origins supplying military bolt-action rifles to empires.