McMillan Tac-338
| McMillan TAC-338 | |
|---|---|
 McMillan TAC-338 with synthetic stock, chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum. | |
| Type | Bolt-action sniper rifle |
| Place of origin |  United States |
| Production history | |
| Designer | McMillan Firearms |
| Manufacturer | McMillan Firearms |
| Specifications | |
The McMillan TAC-338 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in the .338 Lapua Magnum cartridge, designed and manufactured by McMillan Firearms for long-range precision shooting. It is widely used in military, law enforcement, and competitive shooting circles for its accuracy and reliability at extreme distances.
Design and Features
[edit]The TAC-338 features a 27-inch (686 mm) medium-heavy barrel with a 1:9.35-inch twist rate, optimized for stabilizing heavy .338 Lapua Magnum projectiles.[1] The barrel is fitted with a muzzle brake to reduce recoil and improve shooter control during rapid follow-up shots.[2]
The rifle employs a synthetic or fiberglass stock (depending on configuration), which includes:
- An adjustable cheekpiece for customized ergonomics.
- Flush-mounted swivel cups for sling attachments.
- A spacer system to adjust length of pull.[1]
Additional features include an adjustable trigger system (user-configurable pull weight) and a detachable 5-round box magazine. The receiver is drilled and tapped for mounting telescopic optics.
Military Use
[edit]The TAC-338 has been adopted by the US Navy Special Warfare[3][4] and by Israel's special forces.[5]
Its .338 Lapua Magnum chambering allows effective engagement of targets at distances exceeding 1,500 meters (1,640 yards), making it suitable for counter-sniper and anti-materiel roles.[1][6]
Ordering
[edit]Due to its ITAR-restricted status, international sales require U.S. State Department approval.[7]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "The .338 Lapua Magnum: History & Performance". Outdoor Life. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ^ "Anatomy of Chris Kyle's Loadout". ATRG Blog. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ^ "Retail Store - McMillan Fiberglass Stocks". mcmfamily.com. Archived from the original on 8 May 2014. Retrieved 22 February 2017.
- ^ Sanchez, Raf (2 January 2012). "'The Devil of Rahmadi' named America's deadliest sniper". London: The Daily Telegraph. Archived from the original on 4 January 2012. Retrieved 2012-01-02.
- ^ "isayeret.com - The Israeli Special Forces Database". isayeret.com. Archived from the original on 25 July 2016. Retrieved 22 February 2017.
- ^ "Best Sniper Rifles in the World". SOFREP. Retrieved 2023-10-15.
- ^ "McMillan Firearms Product Catalog". McMillan Firearms. Retrieved 2023-10-15.