Cadex CDX-MC Kraken .308 Win 24″ Bolt Action, 10+1
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About this product
What is the Cadex CDX-MC Kraken .308 Win? It’s a 15.6-pound, $8,000-class fully modular bolt-action chassis rifle engineered for extreme-range repeatability and caliber conversion, built around a patented barrel change system that can swap calibers in under 5 minutes with minimal shift in point of impact. The system features a double-lugged receiver and a threaded interface that uses a specialized tool for a precisely torqued breech-side connection — details that matter when you’re tracking regulatory requirements for short-barreled rifle (SBR) configurations or can ownership as much as target groups at 1,000 yards.
What is the Cadex CDX-MC Kraken used for?
The Kraken is built for tactical or precision shooting disciplines where zero must be maintained across barrel changes, such as international PRS competition, clandestine overwatch operations, or multi-caliber training without re-zeroing. The 24″ 1:10 twist match-grade barrel, 10+1 AICS magazine capability, and 0.5 MOA guaranteed accuracy with match ammo mean you can engage targets out to 1,200 yards consistently from a bench or a barricade.
How does the Cadex CDX-MC Kraken compare to the Stevens 334 .308?
The Kraken is mechanically superior for precision and modularity, with a barrel change system that preserves point-of-impact within 0.2 MOA after reinstallation — something a fixed-barrel platform like the Stevens 334 simply can’t do. However, the Stevens 334 costs roughly 90% less, weighs 6 pounds less, and represents the baseline bolt-action value tier for deer hunting; the Kraken’s complexity is unnecessary if you just need to place a single shot at 200 yards.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The rifle weighs 15.60 pounds unloaded and measures 44 inches overall length with the stock extended — collapsing the six-position adjustable stock reduces that to 35.5 inches for transport or confined storage. The 24″ match barrel contributes significantly to the weight and ballistics, while the folding mechanism allows the rifle to fit into a 36-inch hard case when folded.
Who is this NOT for?
This is not for someone on a sub-$2,000 budget or hunters needing a lightweight mountain rifle; a traditional bolt-action like the Stevens 334 Rifle | .308 Win will handle 95% of hunting scenarios for less than 10% of the cost. It’s also not for those unfamiliar with Title II regulations — converting this to a short-barrel rifle requires an ATF Form 1, and you pay the tax stamp and registration burdens yourself.
What’s in the box?
You receive one complete rifle in .308 Winchester configuration, one 10-round AICS pattern detachable box magazine, one MX1 muzzle brake installed, and the proprietary barrel tool. The tool is serialized to your receiver and necessary for any barrel swap, so losing it means you’re ordering a replacement from Cadex with a 4–6 week lead time on factory-calibrated parts.
Is the Cadex CDX-MC Kraken worth it at $8,027.95?
For the specialized shooter who needs modular repeatability across calibers — such as switching between .308 and 6.5 Creedmoor for different match courses of fire — the system is worth the investment because it’s the only one that guarantees sub-MOA consistency after takedown. For anyone else, the price pays for capabilities that will never be used, and I’d direct them to more conventional bolt-actions that still deliver accuracy without the mechanical complexity.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Guaranteed under 0.5 MOA accuracy with factory match ammunition — that’s 5 consecutive shots under 0.52 inches at 100 yards.
- Minimal POI shift after barrel removal — measured at less than 0.2 MOA deviation when same barrel is reinstalled.
- Caliber conversion capability — swap to a 6.5 Creedmoor barrel in under 5 minutes using provided tool.
- Folding stock reduces transport length from 44 inches to 35.5 inches — a 19% reduction for storage.
Trade-offs
- Weight of 15.6 pounds makes it unsuitable for mobile hunting — this is a bench or barricade rifle only.
- Tool required for barrel swaps is serialized to the rifle — losing it means 4-6 week factory replacement downtime.
- Price point at $8,027.95 commands a full budget allocation — this is a specialty tool, not a general-purpose firearm.
Key attributes
| upc | 842940108732 |
| manufacturer | CADEX INC |
| manufacturer part number | CDXMCKRKN30824BR20I2F1 |
| action | Bolt Action |
| barrel length | 24" |
| caliber/gauge | .308 / 7.62 NATO |
| capacity | 10 + 1 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with a suppressor?
- Yes — the 24″ barrel is threaded 5/8-24, which is standard for .30-caliber suppressors from brands like SilencerCo, Dead Air, and Rugged. You need to verify thread alignment with a suppressor alignment rod before attaching any can, a process that takes about 30 seconds with the proper tool to prevent baffle strikes.
- Does it fit in a standard rifle case?
- No, not a typical 40-inch case — its overall length is 44 inches with stock extended. You need a 45-inch hard case or a 36-inch case if you fold the stock for transport, which is facilitated by its push-button folding mechanism. Pelican’s 1750 case works if the stock is folded.
- How long does shipping take?
- Shipping takes 10–14 business days for an FFL-to-FFL transfer, as this is a Title I firearm classified as an 'other.' You must provide your FFL dealer’s contact information before we process the order, and the packaging time alone is 3–5 days for compliance verification.
- Can I return it if I don’t like how it handles?
- No — firearms sales are final by federal law once the transfer paperwork is completed at your FFL dealer. You can inspect the rifle at your dealer before accepting the transfer, but afterward, returns are only accepted for manufacturing defects, which must be validated by Cadex within their 2-year warranty period.
- Does this work with Magpul AICS magazines?
- Yes — the Kraken’s action is explicitly designed for Accuracy International AICS pattern magazines, which includes Magpul’s 10-round polymer version. I recommend testing fitment with at least two different magazine brands, as the action’s bolt throw clearance may vary by 0.010–0.015 inches from one magazine’s feed lips to another.