Preview: MPA .300 Norma Bolt-Action Rifle

by
posted on December 23, 2017
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
mpa-norma1.jpg

Long rifle shooters take note: MasterPiece Arms has a new bolt-action chambered in .300 Norma. The .300 Norma has been growing in popularity for long range shooters, and in 2016, U.S. Special Operations Command selected it for the new Advanced Sniper Rifle Cartridge. MPA says the new rifle will have 1/2 MOA accuracy.

The MPA .300 Norma Bolt Action Rifle has a Curtis Custom Axiom Long Action, and a Spencer MPA 26-inch rifle barrel made from 416RQ stainless steelThe Curtis spiral fluted one-piece bolt has a DLC coating, and is hand lapped to fit each individual action.

The MPA Tactical Chassis System is CNC-machined from 6061 aluminum. The v-bedding system provides extra clearance for glass bedding action and straight section of the barrel. The chassis also includes a built-in bubble level, thumb notch, upper and lower mounted Picatinny rails, and the new MPA Enhanced Vertical Grip.

The buttstock features an adjustable length of pull, adjustable cheek riser and monopod. The length of pull and cheek position are locked by setscrews embedded in the buttstock body. 

$3,275. A five-round AICS-type magazine is included. The MPA .300 Norma Bolt Action Rifle is available in several colors. Custom Cerakote colors have an upcharge for the chassis body and the barreled action.

Latest

1986 Nationalmatches 5
1986 Nationalmatches 5

Championships Forged Amid Uncertainty at Camp Perry: 1986 National Matches

The 1986 National Matches survived funding threats and was highlighted by record performances from legends like Tom Woods, Lones Wigger, Jr., and David Tubb.

Arizona Youth Marksmen Shine at 2025 NRA Youth Air Rifle 3-P State Championship

Arizona’s top JROTC air rifle cadets delivered standout performances at the 2025–2026 NRA Youth Air Rifle 3-P State Championship.

Real Avid Bundles Pistol Maintenance Into Four Comprehensive Master Collections

Real Avid’s Master Pistol Collections combine cleaning supplies and specialized tools into four kits aimed at simplifying handgun maintenance across platforms.

New: Banish 556 Suppressor

A new 5.56 mm NATO/.223 Rem. suppressor pairs 3D-printed Inconel with helical gas flow to reduce back pressure on AR-pattern rifles.

New: TAG Precision FiberLok SG Pro Shotgun Sight

TAG Precision introduces the FiberLok SG Pro shotgun sight, a steel, fiber-optic front sight built to stay put under recoil and keep a clear sight picture.

Review: Leapers UTG Pro P.O.I. Service Rifle Mount

Field Editor Art Merrill’s review of UTG’s new 34 mm Service Rifle mount, highlighting its locking-bar design and confidence-inspiring rigidity.

Interests



Get the best of Shooting Sports USA delivered to your inbox.