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MDT AICS 10-Round Metal Magazine .308/7.62 NATO

UPC: 990482717506

$69.99

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Description

The MDT AICS 10-round metal magazine brings a smart engineering approach to short-action bolt-gun feeding. At its core is MDT's Double Stack to Single Feed (DSSF) geometry, which stacks cartridges side-by-side at the bottom then transitions them single-file toward the top. This design shrinks the magazine profile by roughly 3/4-inch compared to conventional AICS magazines, making a real difference when you're working from prone or need faster reloads.

Steel Construction and Durability

The magazine body starts as high-strength steel, gets nitrided for wear resistance, then finished inside and out with Cerakote Elite. This treatment combo means you get excellent corrosion resistance, reduced friction for smoother feeding, and a magazine tough enough to handle field use. Two internal ribs are engineered to guide cartridges through that double-to-single transition while reducing binding and friction between rounds and the mag body.

Capacity and Compatibility

This 10-rounder fits all AICS-pattern bottom metal and chassis systems. It's optimized for .308 Winchester, 7.62 NATO, and compatible cartridges like 6.5 Creedmoor, .260 Remington, and 7mm-08. Without a front binder plate, the magazine accepts cartridges up to 2.960 inches overall length, giving reloaders with longer-seated bullets more flexibility than binder-plate versions. Most common actions like Remington 700 and Savage 10/11 will need some receiver work to prevent bullet tips from catching the feed ramp, though chassis systems typically feed without modification.

Real-World Performance

Users report the DSSF design delivers measurable benefits on the line, especially in competition stages that call for speed. The compact footprint means less chance of the magazine hanging up when you're moving between positions. Most report smooth, reliable feeding once the magazine breaks in, though some folks polish the feed lips for even slicker operation.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: MDT (Modular Driven Technologies)
  • Model Number: 102917-BLK
  • UPC: 990482717506
  • Caliber: .308 Winchester / 7.62 NATO
  • Capacity: 10 rounds
  • Material: High-strength steel, nitrided
  • Finish: Cerakote Elite (inside and out)
  • Magazine Type: AICS short-action pattern
  • Binder Plate: Without front binder plate
  • Max Cartridge Length (COAL): 2.960 inches
  • Height: Approximately 3/4 inch shorter than standard AICS 10-round magazines
  • Features: Double Stack to Single Feed (DSSF) transition, 2 internal ribs
  • Color: Black

What’s Included

  • MDT AICS 10-round metal magazine

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this MDT AICS magazine work with my Remington 700 or Savage rifle?

The magazine is fully compatible with AICS-pattern bottom metal, but standard Remington 700 and Savage 10/11 receivers may need modification to the feed ramp so longer cartridges don't catch. If your rifle already uses AICS magazines with another brand, this MDT mag should work, though you might need to remove or notch out part of the receiver depending on your specific action.

What makes the DSSF design different from a regular AICS magazine?

DSSF stands for Double Stack to Single Feed. Cartridges sit side-by-side near the bottom and transition to single-file at the top, which lets MDT cram 10 rounds into a magazine that's roughly 3/4-inch shorter than a standard AICS 10-rounder. That saves real estate when shooting prone and speeds up magazine changes during competitions.

Can I use reloads with longer bullet seating in this magazine?

Yes, one advantage of this binder-plate-free version is it allows cartridges up to 2.960 inches overall length, compared to 2.870 inches for models with a binder plate. That extra clearance is perfect for reloaders who seat bullets closer to the lands, giving you more flexibility to optimize your loads.

Does this magazine require any break-in or tuning?

Most users find these magazines feed smoothly right out of the box, but some prefer to polish the feed lips for even slicker operation, especially on the 10th round. The steel construction is durable enough to handle any tuning work if you want to optimize performance further.

Additional information

UPC

990482717506

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

102917BLK

Caliber/Gauge

308 Win/6.5 Creedmoor

Capacity

10

Color

Black

Model

Product Type

Magazine

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