The Barrett MRAD Tactical is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 WIN with a 24-inch barrel, 13.3 lb weight, and a 10+1 capacity. The Flat Dark Earth Cerakote finish is applied throughout. The defining feature of the MRAD platform is its quick-change barrel system -- barrel swaps require no specialized tools and let the shooter reconfigure for different calibers in the field. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: MRAD Tactical 
• Caliber: .308 WIN 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Weight: 13.3 lbs 
• Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote 
• Safety: Ambidextrous 
• Trigger: Fully Adjustable Match-Grade Trigger Module 
   

Features 

The fully adjustable match-grade trigger module lets shooters set pull weight and take-up to personal preference without swapping parts. Ambidextrous safety works for left- and right-handed shooters. The folding stock reduces the rifle's transport length without affecting structural integrity when deployed. No iron sights are included -- the Picatinny rail is the intended interface for optics. The Cerakote finish protects against corrosion and wear in field conditions. 
 

Use Context 

The MRAD is a long-range precision platform used by military units, law enforcement, and serious competitive shooters. At 13.3 lbs, it's a rifle intended for supported shooting positions rather than extended carry. The .308 caliber is well-matched to the 24-inch barrel for long-range work while keeping the platform at a manageable size.

The MRAD draws consistent praise for accuracy and build quality. Long-range shooters appreciate that it delivers repeatable performance and that the modular design is genuinely useful -- not just a spec sheet feature. The adjustable trigger and ambidextrous safety are called out as practical rather than cosmetic improvements.

Weight comes up regularly as a tradeoff: 13.3 lbs is substantial, and shooters doing extended fieldwork feel it. Most experienced users accept this as inherent to the platform's design intent. Price discussion is a constant -- the MRAD sits in the premium tier and buyers generally know it. Those who've committed to the purchase tend to feel it's justified; others suggest alternatives at lower price points. Barrett's customer service earns generally positive marks when it has been needed.