Description
The MDT Field Stock is one of the easiest ways to get more out of a factory Howa 1500 long action without sending it off to a gunsmith. It keeps the familiar, traditional stock shape that feels natural in your hands, but adds the kind of adjustability and rigidity you usually only find on higher-dollar chassis. If your rifle has been shooting decent groups on a bargain-bin stock, this is the upgrade that lets it show what it can really do.
What the MDT Field Stock Does for Accuracy
At the heart of this chassis is an integrated aluminum V-block bedding system. You torque the action down into it for a solid, repeatable connection, and the barrel free-floats the whole way out. That combination cuts down on the pressure points and flex that rob factory stocks of consistency, so you get tighter, more predictable groups shot to shot. The polymer body is light enough to carry all day, and it stays warm to the touch when the temperature drops, which anyone who has gripped an aluminum chassis on a cold morning will appreciate.
Dialing In the Fit on the Howa 1500 Field Stock
Proper fit is where a lot of shooters find their groups shrink, and this stock makes it simple. The length of pull adjusts with a spacer system, and the cheek riser raises and lowers so your eye lines up naturally behind a mounted scope. No more crushing your face into the comb or reaching for the trigger. It runs AICS-pattern magazines through a pre-installed latch ahead of the trigger guard, so reloads are quick and you have plenty of aftermarket mag options to choose from.
Building It Out
The forend carries M-LOK slots at the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positions, giving you room to hang a bipod, an ARCA rail, a sling, or whatever your setup calls for. Sling swivel studs are there too, so you can go traditional with a two-point sling and a bipod stud right out of the box. Whether you are setting up a backcountry hunting rig or a budget-friendly precision build, the Field Stock gives you a modular foundation you can grow with. Note this is the right-hand, long-action version built specifically for the Howa 1500 platform.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: MDT
- Manufacturer Part Number: 108656-BLK
- UPC: 990482719777
- Model: Howa 1500
- Action: Bolt Action, Long Action
- Hand: Right Hand
- Color: Black
- Style: Chassis / Field Stock
- Material: Polymer with Aluminum V-Block Bedding
- Overall Length: Approximately 32.22 in
- Weight: Approximately 3.1 lbs
- Magazine Compatibility: AICS-Pattern Magazines
- Accessory Mounting: M-LOK at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock
- Adjustability: Length of Pull Spacers and Cheek Riser
- Barrel Fit: Free-Floating
- Sling Mounts: Sling Swivel Studs
What’s Included
- MDT Field Stock chassis for Howa 1500 long action, right hand, black
- Length of pull spacer system
- Pre-installed magazine latch
- Mounting hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the MDT Field Stock fit my Howa 1500 long action rifle?
Yes, this version is built specifically for right-handed Howa 1500 long action barreled actions. It also fits Weatherby Vanguard rifles, which share the Howa 1500 action, so long-action Vanguard calibers drop right in. Just make sure you have the long action and not a short action before ordering.
What magazines does the Field Stock chassis use?
The Field Stock runs widely available AICS-pattern detachable box magazines through a latch mounted ahead of the trigger guard. That gives you faster reloads and a lot of aftermarket options for capacity and caliber. Keep in mind the chassis itself does not always include a magazine, so plan on picking one up to match your caliber.
Do I need a gunsmith to install this chassis?
No, the Field Stock is designed as a drop-in upgrade you can do at home with basic tools. You simply pull the barreled action out of your factory stock and torque it down into the integrated aluminum V-block bedding. No permanent modification or professional bedding work is required.
How does the Field Stock improve accuracy over a factory stock?
The aluminum V-block bedding creates a rigid, repeatable connection between your action and the chassis, and the barrel free-floats to avoid inconsistent pressure points. Together those two features cut down on the flex and variation that factory polymer stocks are known for. Add the adjustable cheek riser and length of pull for a better fit, and most shooters see noticeably tighter groups.





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