New ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT hunting / competition / varmint / do-it-all chassis from XLR Industries!!!

So our new folder does not have a hard lock to hold in the open position, however, it does have an adjustable spring-loaded detent that helps hold it open. It can be adjusted quite firm so unless you are running a super heavy option (Mercury and weights, it does a pretty doo job at it.

Oh I see what you mean. I read it on your FAQ too but the wording around "open position" confused me the first time reading it.
 
@XLR - will you also be selling just the magnesium chassis without grip or butt stock? I have a gen 1 that is in need of upgrading, but plan on using the grip and stock.

Yes sir! $557 without a grip.

Fantastic concept and weight savings.

Is there a way to attach a sling to the carbon stock?

Yes, the forend is MLOK and the butt stock has MLOk slots so you can use either swivel studs or QD sockets.
 
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The lack of a truly lightweight chassis is the only thing that has been holding me back from building a dedicated hunting rifle. Off to see what I can obsolete and sell in my gun safe....
 
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So the stock come with a cheek riser?

Yes, both the aluminum and Carbon butt stock will come with a cheek riser.

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I’m seriously considering selling my AG Composites stock when it arrives to get one of these (magnesium/carbon, natch), which would give me 6.5CM for now. If I ever draw a large animal tag, I’d also figure out 300WSM/300SS/338SS/338RCM on this chassis as well.
 
So the chassis weighs approx. 23 ounces and the stock weighs about 5 ounces? My MDT LSS (Gen 2) weighs 24.23 ounces (1.51 pounds).

No sir. The complete magnesium chassis with butt stock and grip is 28 ounces. The chassis itself is only 16 ounces compared to the MDT's 24.23 ounces. The aluminum version is 22 ounces although I will say the Element 3.0 has a longer hand guard as well.
 
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In case anyone missed it, the Element 3.0 is now available to purchase with options!

The new Element 3.0 introduces a new level of ultra-lightweight performance, allowing for a modular, adjustable, and packable rifle chassis. A first for XLR, the Element 3.0 is available in both 6061 Aluminum and AZ61A Magnesium. These materials make the Element 3.0 the first rifle chassis in the world to offer a complete starting weight under 2 lbs. complete with butt stock and grip! With the addition of soon to be available accessories this package with the new TR-2 buttstock can get the package all the way up to 8.5 pounds. Check all the different options out online, feel free to give us a call and talk with Matt if you have any questions on configurations.

- Available for purchase now with starting inlets including Remington 700 (clones) short action and long, Tikka T3 (short action only at this time), Savage short action, Tikka T1, Howa 1500 (weatherby Vanguard), Savage Axis, CZ 457.
- Fully Ambidextrous inlet for right and left hand shooters. *Excluding CZ 457 and Howa 1500 because there are not left hand actions.
- Wide array of MLOK accessories for mounting options on forend.

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Do you guys have a price on the carbon grip?

It is not the cheapest grip but it is light lol

 
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Question for @XLR on the new Element. When pairing a magnesium chassis with the TR-2 butt stock, cerakote is required and is a $75 up charge. Is the cerakote applied to just the chassis body, or are the butt stock and buffer tube painted as well?
 
Question for @XLR on the new Element. When pairing a magnesium chassis with the TR-2 butt stock, cerakote is required and is a $75 up charge. Is the cerakote applied to just the chassis body, or are the butt stock and buffer tube painted as well?

So the web site is a bit confusing in this area and for that, I apologize. we will be working to clear that up. We do not offer the magnesium chassis with an anodized finish so the only option is cerakote. The cost of the cerakote for the main chassis block is worked into the price. If you order the chassis with the Carbon buttstock, the buttstock will always come with raw carbon clear cote finish with the color of your choice on the chassis block. If you choose the TR2 buttstock, there is a $75 color upcharge for the buttstock if you want the buttstock color to match the chassis block. Hope that helps.
 
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So the web site is a bit confusing in this area and for that, I apologize. we will be working to clear that up. We do not offer the magnesium chassis with an anodized finish so the only option is cerakote. The cost of the cerakote for the main chassis block is worked into the price. If you order the chassis with the Carbon buttstock, the buttstock will always come with raw carbon clear cote finish with the color of your choice on the chassis block. If you choose the TR2 buttstock, there is a $75 color upcharge for the buttstock if you want the buttstock color to match the chassis block. Hope that helps.
Got it! Thanks for the response, that clears things up nicely
 
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Is the magnesium material significantly softer than the anodized aluminum? Are you likely to see more scratches and dings during use?

Yes, the harness of AZ61A is not quite that of 6061-T6. That said, it is not much different and I would doubt you would see much real-world difference. There are many factors that contribute to the overall strength of an alloy. The ultimate strength of both is very similar.
 
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Yes, the harness of AZ61A is not quite that of 6061-T6. That said, it is not much different and I would doubt you would see much real-world difference. There are many factors that contribute to the overall strength of an alloy. The ultimate strength of both is very similar.

Thanks I have no doubt about the strength of the chassis. Just wondering about surface dings and scratches. Then again there's also the Cerakote protecting the surface. I'm sure it will be an awesome product. :cool:
 
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A Remington 700 SA with a 16" barrel would have a total folded length of 25.5". Basically, from the back of the receiver to the end of the folder (folded) is 2.375". The OAL of the chassis to the end of the folder folded is 21".

Thanks I might have to reconsider my plan for a folder or go with a longer barrel. Being in the worst possible gun rights state California I believe they measure oal in the folding position.
 
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Definitely was a thought for us. However, due to the fact that the majority of shooters/hunters still do not use/want it, we left it as a bolt-on option. The chassis will have a full-length RRS rail option as well as shorter light-weight options. We were also looking for the ultimate weight savings and the integrated rail added just a bit. The Envy will of course still have the integrated full-length RRS rail.

I do like the idea of a carbon RRS rail...... :)
The full length RRS option - where is the option ? Thanks. This will 100% be my chassis for the Proof 28 Nosler in December.
 
Just finished up this build at CS Tactical!

-XLR Element 3.0 Magnesium Chassis and Carbon Buttsock
-Lone Peak Fuzion Ti Action
-Proof Research 20" Carbon Barrel
-Rubicon Precision 6.5 Creedmoor
-MBM Ti Muzzle Brake
-Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50(on lower rings now)

Weight ~ 8lbs-9lbs depending on accessories and bipod
 

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Just finished up this build at CS Tactical!

-XLR Element 3.0 Magnesium Chassis and Carbon Buttsock
-Lone Peak Fuzion Ti Action
-Proof Research 20" Carbon Barrel
-Rubicon Precision 6.5 Creedmoor
-MBM Ti Muzzle Brake
-Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50(on lower rings now)
A Remington 700 SA with a 16" barrel would have a total folded length of 25.5". Basically, from the back of the receiver to the end of the folder (folded) is 2.375". The OAL of the chassis to the end of the folder folded is 21".
We are waiting for the guys from Talos to send us one of their Tikka LA clones so we make sure it works with everything. Hopefully, within the next few weeks, we will have a Tikka LA.

What is the weight overall? I’m considering this for a 6.5sst with proof sendero 26” on a Tikka action. Trying to get sub 10lbs.
 
What is the weight overall? I’m considering this for a 6.5sst with proof sendero 26” on a Tikka action. Trying to get sub 10lbs.

From @4RingShooter post, it weighs in at 8 lbs, 4.5 ounces. Of course, every build will be a bit different but the sub 10 lbs mark is not too difficult.
 
Just finished up this build at CS Tactical!

-XLR Element 3.0 Magnesium Chassis and Carbon Buttsock
-Lone Peak Fuzion Ti Action
-Proof Research 20" Carbon Barrel
-Rubicon Precision 6.5 Creedmoor
-MBM Ti Muzzle Brake
-Nightforce NX8 2.5-20x50(on lower rings now)

Weight ~ 8lbs-9lbs depending on accessories and bipod
What color is the stock?
Looks great!
 
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