Mdt hnt26 or xlr element 4.0 magnesium?

Revolting Peasant said:

You do have to use bigger cases to store and carry, but that's any chassis. I use double rifle soft cases, for one chassis. That is just for the extra room and padding for optics or electronics (thermal or NV). Just what works for me.
Folder also comes in handy, easier to clean the barrel without moving the adjustable cheek.
I am not a huge proponent of folders. I have had and seen some that develop wiggle in the joint, very annoying and affects precision for me. HNT26 folder seems solid so far.

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Peasant, do you now have one of each to do a sxs comparison (HNT26 vs Element 4.0 MG)?

I believe you originally said you didn't care about weight, but several of us probably do if you care to share.

I'm going to buy one or the other. Ultimately, I'm going to end up with all of the light-weight options (so carbon accessories), and will have folders, bag riders and cheek risers as needed depending on which one I buy. Curious on head to head finished weight between the two.

Country Bumpkin said:

Peasant, do you now have one of each to do a sxs comparison (HNT26 vs Element 4.0 MG)?

I believe you originally said you didn't care about weight, but several of us probably do if you care to share.

I'm going to buy one or the other. Ultimately, I'm going to end up with all of the light-weight options (so carbon accessories), and will have folders, bag riders and cheek risers as needed depending on which one I buy. Curious on head to head finished weight between the two.

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If you're after an XLR, they've got a pretty steep discount going until 11:59 MST...

I can't see the discount. How much / what percent is it for?

Country Bumpkin said:

Peasant, do you now have one of each to do a sxs comparison (HNT26 vs Element 4.0 MG)?

I believe you originally said you didn't care about weight, but several of us probably do if you care to share.

I'm going to buy one or the other. Ultimately, I'm going to end up with all of the light-weight options (so carbon accessories), and will have folders, bag riders and cheek risers as needed depending on which one I buy. Curious on head to head finished weight between the two.

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Hnt26
Arca forearm and folder
Bighorn Origin SA , 24" Proof CF in 6.5CM
CB mount for Thunder Beast
Athlon Cronus on it right now, big scope

XLR 4.0 Magnesium,
Aero Solus SA, 20" Proof CF in .308
No folder, carbon fiber Smoke XLR buttstock 12.5"
MDT vertical adjustable grip, a bit heavy
CB mount for Thunder Beast
Vortex Razor (yeah, I know, heavy)

Both running Diamond triggers.

Both come up at 9lb 10 oz
I could shave off some ounces/pounds but right now they both fit my needs.


I like both. I thought the HNT26 was gonna be a blow out favorite. Instant love affair? I do love it. Folder has been great so far. Tight lock up. Carbon fiber is better for cold weather. If it fits you it's just right. If it doesn't, not a lot of options. Fits me. I am not crazy about the three small screws that hold the enclosed forearm in place. Easy to strip without a torque wrench. You can adjust LOP with spacers and cheekpiece with an Allen wrench.

XLR 4.0 MG, after putting it together and shooting it, I just like it. More than I thought I would. The cheekpiece adjustment holding screws have loosened on me once. The LOP and fitting a folder can be a concern. I have the 12.5 short carbon fiber butt on it and I don't think the added length of the folder is gonna fit me. I ordered it today during the sale, so we shall see.
XLR offers a lot more options to switch out components to make the rifle fit you and your needs. 1/2" spacer is available to add LOP. 13.5" buttstock is available. Thumb rest, I like.

Both rifles shoot very well. Both are comfortable and practical. Hope this helped. My best advise is to try and fondle both before purchasing. At the very least try to hold the HNT26. If it fits you will know it. The XLR you can make fit with all the options, it's just figuring out which ones get you there.
Just my opinions. YMMV.

Country Bumpkin said:

I can't see the discount. How much / what percent is it for?

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It's on a tier system. The more you spend the more you save. Up to 30% off /$1000

Revolting Peasant said:

It's on a tier system. The more you spend the more you save. Up to 30% off /$1000

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To build the lightweight folder it would be about $900 $1000. It's a solid deal. May still have time.

Dang, I just can't seem to see any type of discount in my cart.

Try code
24CM20 for cyber Monday.
I think the BFSale is over

That code gets you 20% off.
Be aware it is an extended wait for the chassis, look up the lead times in the chassis specs. Like 25 weeks. My last one was about 5 months delivery.

@Country Bumpkin
What did you decide?
XLR Element MG for Rem 700 sa for sale over on Rokslide with the smoke carbon fiber buttstock. Just happened across it, haven't shopped used lately.

I've made up my mind.

The side by side review that I saw from the EXO crew sealed the deal. I'm going to get the XLR MG with all of the carbon bits. As soon as I can get my wife's takeoff bronco tires sold, I get to use that cash for a chassis.

Ya, that was a really great article.

I will link it for posterity;


There is also this guy, but I haven't put my hands on one yet

Hand Skills said:

Ya, that was a really great article.

I will link it for posterity;

The Best Lightweight Folding Chassis for Your Hunting Rifle

When it comes to folding rifle chassis that are purpose-built for the weight-conscious backpack hunter, there are two primary options — The XLR Element 4.0 and the MDT HNT26. Here are 10 comparison to help you choose between these two chassis systems...

exomtngear.com

There is also this guy, but I haven't put my hands on one yet

The Ultimate Light Weight Hunting Chassis Rifle

I started this project like most of the others I have done, based on a need I had or have seen others have. Like many others I have always liked AR platform rifles and have several, so when Chassis bolt rifles started coming into their own I really liked them for certain applications. The explosion…

defensiveedge.net

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Hand Skills said:

Ya, that was a really great article.

I will link it for posterity;

The Best Lightweight Folding Chassis for Your Hunting Rifle

When it comes to folding rifle chassis that are purpose-built for the weight-conscious backpack hunter, there are two primary options — The XLR Element 4.0 and the MDT HNT26. Here are 10 comparison to help you choose between these two chassis systems...

exomtngear.com

There is also this guy, but I haven't put my hands on one yet

The Ultimate Light Weight Hunting Chassis Rifle

I started this project like most of the others I have done, based on a need I had or have seen others have. Like many others I have always liked AR platform rifles and have several, so when Chassis bolt rifles started coming into their own I really liked them for certain applications. The explosion…

defensiveedge.net

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That's an option I hadn't seen previously. I read all about it but I don't see anywhere that it's folder compatible. Have you?

I am not sure - probably best to call Defensive Edge on that.