The Barrett MRAD is a bolt-action precision rifle chambered in .300 PRC. Its core design is modular — the barrel swaps out quickly to change calibers without tools, which is the rifle's defining practical feature. At 14.5 lbs with a 26" barrel and an overall length of 49.4", this is a purpose-built long-range platform, not a field-carry rifle. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Barrett Firearms 
• Model: MRAD Tactical 
• Caliber: .300 PRC 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 26" 
• Overall Length: 49.4" 
• Weight: 14.5 lbs (approx. 232 oz) 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds (1 magazine included) 
• Safety: Ambidextrous 
• Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The interchangeable barrel system is the MRAD's headline feature — it lets you reconfigure the rifle for a different caliber in the field without gunsmithing. The match-grade trigger module has a crisp pull suited to precision work. The folding stock adjusts length of pull and folds for transport, cutting down the package considerably. M-LOK rails accept bipods, lights, and other accessories without adapters. Ambidextrous safety works equally well from either side. 
 

Target Audience 

• Long-range precision shooters who want caliber flexibility from a single chassis. 
• Competitive shooters running PRS or similar events where .300 PRC gives a ballistic advantage. 
• Law enforcement or military users who need a reliable, configurable precision platform. 
   

Usage Scenarios 

• Long-range competition: .300 PRC has a flat trajectory and the 26" barrel gives it full velocity. The match-grade trigger helps at distance. 
• Hunting: The caliber handles large game effectively, and the modular barrel means you can reconfigure for a different hunt. 
• Tactical use: Ambidextrous controls, folding stock, and M-LOK rail system make this adaptable to mission-specific setups.

Owners of the Barrett MRAD in .300 PRC tend to focus on three things: accuracy, modularity, and weight. On accuracy, tight groups at long range come up consistently — the match-grade trigger and 26" barrel in .300 PRC give you a solid precision setup. The modular barrel system is the most-discussed feature, with owners appreciating the ability to change calibers without a gunsmith. Barrett's build quality and materials get positive marks for durability.

The weight — 14.5 lbs — is the most common trade-off mentioned. Shooters who use it from a bench or bipod rarely complain, but it's a real consideration for anyone who needs to carry it any distance. Price is the other recurring topic; most owners feel the performance justifies the cost, but it's clearly not a budget buy. Some users mention wanting more finish or aesthetic options beyond the standard Flat Dark Earth Cerakote.

Barrett's customer service gets mentioned favorably when it comes up. Overall the rifle earns a lot of respect from the precision shooting community, with weight and cost being honest trade-offs rather than flaws.