The Maxim Defense MD10-L delivers precision .308 Winchester performance in a compact, lightweight platform engineered for versatility. This rifle combines a 16-inch fluted barrel with premium components to create a system that excels across multiple shooting disciplines. The Sniper Gray Cerakote finish provides superior corrosion resistance while maintaining a professional appearance.
What Makes This Different
The MD10-L stands apart from standard AR-10 platforms through its optimized gas system and precision-machined components. The fluted barrel design reduces weight by approximately 8 ounces while improving heat dissipation during sustained fire. Maxim Defense's proprietary gas block timing ensures reliable cycling with both subsonic and supersonic .308 ammunition, delivering consistent performance that standard direct impingement systems often struggle to match.
Key Features
- 16-inch fluted barrel with 1:10 twist rate optimized for 150-168 grain projectiles
- Sniper Gray Cerakote finish rated for 1,200+ hours salt spray resistance
- Free-floating M-LOK handguard with full-length Picatinny top rail
- Magpul SL-K stock with 6-position adjustability and QD sling points
- Blackout Defense flat trigger with 4.5-pound pull weight
- Magpul MBUS flip-up backup iron sights co-witness with optics
- 20-round magazine capacity with PMAG compatibility
Field testing demonstrates consistent sub-MOA accuracy with match-grade ammunition, making this rifle suitable for precision shooting competitions, hunting applications, and tactical operations. The 16-inch barrel length provides an optimal balance between velocity retention and maneuverability in confined spaces. The rifle functions reliably in temperatures from -20°F to 140°F and maintains zero retention through 500+ round count sessions.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: .308 Winchester/7.62x51 NATO
- Barrel Length: 16 inches, fluted profile
- Overall Length: 35.5 inches (stock collapsed), 38.75 inches (extended)
- Weight: 8.2 pounds (unloaded)
- Twist Rate: 1:10 inches
- Gas System: Mid-length with adjustable gas block
- Handguard: Free-floating M-LOK, 13.5-inch length
- Trigger: Blackout Defense flat, single-stage
- Stock: Magpul SL-K, 6-position adjustable
- Finish: Sniper Gray Cerakote H-234
- Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
- Country of Origin: United States
Maxim Defense backs this rifle with comprehensive quality control testing and a commitment to precision manufacturing. The MD10-L represents a significant investment in capability, offering the accuracy and reliability demanded by serious shooters who require consistent performance in challenging conditions.