MTN Gear Expedition Chassis – Howa 1500 SA / Weatherby Vanguard SA
Built for Serious Hunters
The Howa 1500 and Weatherby Vanguard have earned a reputation for:
✔ Exceptional value
✔ Proven reliability
✔ Excellent accuracy
✔ Strong action design
✔ Outstanding hunting performance
The MTN Gear Expedition Chassis enhances these strengths by providing a lightweight, modern chassis system designed specifically for demanding hunting environments.
Whether you’re hunting Sambar in Victoria, Red Deer in New Zealand or building a dedicated long-range hunting rifle, the Expedition Chassis unlocks the full potential of your rifle.
Designed Specifically for Howa & Weatherby Actions
This configuration is engineered for:
Howa 1500 Short Action
Weatherby Vanguard Short Action
Providing precise fitment and compatibility while maintaining the legendary reliability these actions are known for.
Compatible with common chamberings including:
✔ .308 Winchester
✔ 6.5 Creedmoor
✔ 7mm-08 Remington
✔ .243 Winchester
✔ 6mm Creedmoor
✔ .22-250 Remington
✔ .204 Ruger
Lightweight Hunting-Focused Design
Unlike many chassis systems designed primarily for competition use, the Expedition Chassis was engineered around hunting performance.
Hunting Benefits
✔ Reduced carry weight
✔ Improved rifle balance
✔ Faster target acquisition
✔ Better field handling
✔ Enhanced mobility
Perfect for hunters covering significant distances across challenging terrain.
Modern Ergonomics
A chassis should improve how the rifle handles under real-world hunting conditions.
Ergonomic Advantages
✔ Vertical grip geometry
✔ Improved trigger reach
✔ Better recoil control
✔ More comfortable prone shooting
✔ Enhanced positional shooting performance
The result is greater shooter confidence and improved accuracy in the field.
Optimised for Long-Range Hunting
The Expedition Chassis provides a stable and repeatable platform for:
✔ Bipod shooting
✔ Tripod shooting
✔ Prone shooting
✔ Positional shooting
✔ Extended-range hunting
The rigid chassis design helps maximise consistency and precision while maintaining practical hunting portability.
ARCA and Tripod Ready
Modern hunters increasingly rely on tripods to improve stability and shot execution.
The Expedition Chassis integrates perfectly with:
✔ FatBoy Elevate Tripods
✔ FatBoy Traverse Tripods
✔ Really Right Stuff Systems
✔ Leofoto Tripods
✔ Aziak Tripod Systems
✔ ARCA-compatible accessories
Creating a highly capable hunting and field shooting platform.
Accessory Compatible
The chassis is designed to support modern hunting and precision rifle accessories including:
✔ ARCA rails
✔ Picatinny rails
✔ QD sling systems
✔ Bipods
✔ Tripods
✔ Night vision bridges
✔ Precision rifle accessories
This allows the rifle to be configured around the shooter’s individual hunting style.
Built for Harsh Conditions
Designed to withstand:
✔ Rain
✔ Dust
✔ Mud
✔ Temperature extremes
✔ Hard field use
Whether you’re hunting steep mountain country or dense Australian bushland, the Expedition Chassis is built to perform reliably.
Ideal for Modern Hunting Cartridges
Perfectly suited for:
Popular Hunting Chamberings
✔ .308 Winchester
✔ 6.5 Creedmoor
✔ 7mm-08 Remington
✔ .243 Winchester
✔ 6mm Creedmoor
✔ .22-250 Remington
✔ Short Action Magnums
Hunting Applications
✔ Sambar Hunting
✔ Red Deer Hunting
✔ Fallow Deer Hunting
✔ Chital Hunting
✔ Pig Hunting
✔ Alpine Hunting
✔ Long-Range Hunting
Why Howa Owners Choose the Expedition Chassis
Compared to traditional factory stocks:
Expedition Chassis Advantages
✔ Improved ergonomics
✔ Better stability
✔ Increased modularity
✔ Enhanced tripod integration
✔ Modern accessory compatibility
Compared to heavy competition chassis systems:
✔ Better portability
✔ Reduced weight
✔ Hunting-focused design
✔ Greater practicality in the field
Key Features
✔ Designed specifically for Howa 1500 SA and Weatherby Vanguard SA
✔ Lightweight hunting-focused design
✔ Modern chassis ergonomics
✔ Improved recoil management
✔ ARCA and accessory compatibility
✔ Bipod and tripod ready
✔ Precision-machined construction
✔ Modular accessory mounting
✔ Precision hunting capable
✔ Built for backcountry use
✔ Optimised for lightweight hunting rifles
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | MTN Gear Expedition Chassis |
| Action Compatibility | Howa 1500 SA / Weatherby Vanguard SA |
| Handedness | Right Hand |
| Intended Use | Hunting & Precision Shooting |
| Bipod Compatible | Yes |
| Tripod Compatible | Yes |
| Sling Compatible | Yes |
| Accessory Mounting | Yes |
| Construction | Precision Machined Aluminium Chassis System |
Ideal For
Hunting
✔ Sambar Deer
✔ Red Deer
✔ Fallow Deer
✔ Chital Deer
✔ Pig Hunting
✔ Alpine Hunting
Rifle Platforms
✔ Howa 1500 Short Action
✔ Howa Carbon Stalker
✔ Howa HCR
✔ Weatherby Vanguard
✔ Weatherby Vanguard Wilderness
✔ Custom Howa Builds
Cartridges
✔ .308 Winchester
✔ 6.5 Creedmoor
✔ 7mm-08 Remington
✔ .243 Winchester
✔ 6mm Creedmoor
✔ Plus many more Short Action Calibres including Magnums
What’s in the Box
• MTN Gear Expedition Chassis
• Action Mounting Hardware
• Chassis Components
• Manufacturer Documentation
Why Buy From Delta Tactical
At Delta Tactical we specialise in premium hunting rifles, lightweight hunting systems and precision shooting equipment.
When you purchase from us you receive:
✔ Genuine MTN Gear products
✔ Expert Howa and Weatherby rifle advice
✔ Fast Australian shipping
✔ Local after-sales support
✔ Real-world hunting experience
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