MDT ORYX Chassis for Howa 1500 Short Action RH Black – 106159-BLK

Upgrade your Howa 1500 or Weatherby Vanguard short-action rifle with the MDT ORYX Sportsman Chassis. This right-handed chassis combines a rigid aluminium core with durable polymer exterior panels.

The V-shaped bedding area supports the action firmly and helps maintain consistent positioning. Its free-floating forend prevents unwanted contact with the barrel. An adjustable cheek riser and length of pull help the shooter achieve a comfortable, repeatable shooting position.

Key Features

• Designed for right-handed Howa 1500 short-action rifles
• Also compatible with supported Weatherby Vanguard short-action models
• Solid 6061 aluminium chassis core
• Durable, high-strength polymer exterior panels
• V-block bedding system
• Free-floating barrel channel
• Adjustable cheek riser
• Adjustable length of pull
• MDT Elite pistol grip included
• Compatible with many AR-15-style pistol grips
• M-LOK accessory slots beneath the forend
• Integrated barricade stop
• Accepts polymer short-action AICS-pattern magazines
• Black finish

Product Specifications

Rifle Compatibility

This chassis is intended for right-handed, short-action versions of the:

• Howa 1500
• Weatherby Vanguard

Supported Howa 1500 short-action variants can include Hogue, Gamepro, H-S Precision, Hera, TSP-X and selected carbon-stock models. Supported Weatherby Vanguard short-action variants can include Synthetic, Sporter, Camilla, Badlands and other models using the standard Vanguard short-action receiver.

Compatibility is determined by the rifle’s action and receiver dimensions, not only its calibre or model name. Confirm that your rifle uses a standard right-handed Howa 1500 or Weatherby Vanguard short action before ordering.

Calibre Information

Typical short-action chamberings can include:

• .243 Winchester
• 6.5 Creedmoor
• 7mm-08 Remington
• .308 Winchester

Other chamberings may work when they use the correct Howa or Vanguard short-action receiver. The correct polymer AICS-pattern magazine must also be selected for the cartridge.

Important Magazine Requirement

The Howa 1500 and Weatherby Vanguard version of the ORYX chassis is designed for polymer short-action AICS-pattern magazines.

• Magazine is sold separately.
• Original Howa detachable magazines will not fit the ORYX magazine well.
• Metal AICS magazines are not recommended unless MDT specifically confirms compatibility.
• Magazine capacity depends on the chosen magazine and local regulations.

Not Compatible With

• Howa Mini Action rifles
• Howa 1500 long-action rifles
• Weatherby Vanguard long-action rifles
• Left-handed actions
• Howa Mini or Youth configurations using proprietary factory magazines
• Remington, Savage, Tikka or Ruger actions
• Original Howa detachable magazines
• AR-15 or AR-10 magazines

Construction and Ergonomics

The aluminium core creates a rigid mounting platform for the receiver. Its V-block bedding design helps position the action consistently without requiring traditional glass bedding.

The adjustable cheek riser supports correct eye alignment with a mounted optic. Spacers allow the length of pull to be adjusted to suit the shooter, clothing or shooting position.

Polymer side panels provide a warmer and more comfortable gripping surface than exposed aluminium. The included vertical-style MDT Elite grip is suited to supported and precision shooting positions.

Accessory Mounting

M-LOK slots beneath the forend allow compatible accessories to be fitted, including:

• Bipod rails and adapters
• Sling mounting points
• Barricade accessories
• Tripod adapters
• Selected ARCA rail sections

Accessories, rails and mounting hardware not specifically listed in the package contents are sold separately.

Installation

The original rifle action and barrel are transferred from the factory stock into the ORYX chassis. The chassis includes model-specific action screws and installation hardware.

Installation should be completed using the correct tools and the manufacturer’s recommended screw-tightening procedure. If you are uncertain about fitment or installation, consult a qualified gunsmith.

Always confirm that the rifle is unloaded and remove all ammunition before beginning installation.

Package Contents

• 1 × MDT ORYX chassis for Howa 1500 short action
• Integrated ORYX buttstock
• Adjustable cheek riser
• Length-of-pull spacer system
• MDT Elite pistol grip
• Model-specific magazine catch
• Action screws and required installation hardware

Rifle, barrel, scope, mounts, bipod, sling, ammunition and magazine are not included.

Ordering Information

This is a special-order product. Expected dispatch is normally within 3–10 working days, subject to supplier availability.

Supplier stock can change hourly. If the product becomes unavailable after ordering, you will be contacted with an updated lead time or offered a full money-back guarantee.

Product images are for illustration purposes. Minor details, markings and colour shades may differ between production batches.