Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken
- Category
- Sniper Rifle
- Barrel
- 686 mm
- Weight, empty
- 7.03 kg
- Introduced
- 2017
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken is a multi-caliber long-range precision bolt-action rifle featuring a patented barrel change system that allows rapid conversion between calibers ranging from 6mm Creedmoor to .338 Lapua Magnum. The innovative breech-side barrel removal system uses a special tool to unscrew and torque barrels from the breech end, achieving the lowest shift of point of impact between takedown and reassembly of any multi-caliber system on the market. A single screw secures the chassis detachable base for fast conversion between short and long action calibers. Built with Cadex's 5R mil-spec match-grade single point-cut rifled barrels with 1.238-inch heavy straight taper profiles, the Kraken delivers sub-half-MOA accuracy across all caliber configurations. The aluminum chassis features a fully adjustable stock with folding capability, ARCA rail forend, and compatibility with standard AICS-pattern magazines.
Named after the legendary sea monster of Scandinavian mythology, the Kraken's multi-caliber system represents one of the most versatile precision rifle platforms ever produced. Its patented breech-side barrel change achieves near-zero shift in point of impact, a feat previously thought impossible in a field-convertible system.
The Kraken multi-caliber system supports calibers including 6mm Creedmoor, 6.5mm Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, .300 PRC, .300 RUM, .300 Norma Magnum, and .338 Lapua Magnum. Weight ranges from 14.9 to 16.4 lbs depending on caliber and barrel configuration. Primary specs listed are for the .338 Lapua Magnum configuration with 27-inch barrel.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Cadex Defence
- Category
- Sniper Rifle
- Country
- Canada
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2017
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 686 mm
- Overall length
- 1245 mm
- Weight, empty
- 7.03 kg
- Weight, loaded
- 7.40 kg
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Bolt action
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Single stage
- Trigger pull
- 11.1 N
- Capacity
- 10
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Aluminum alloy
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Stock
- Aluminum chassis
- Finish
- Cerakote
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 900 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 6561 J
- Effective range
- 1500 m
- Maximum range
- 5500 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Free floating barrel
Threaded barrel
Adjustable cheek piece
Adjustable buttpad
Match grade barrel
5r rifling
Multi caliber
Quick change barrel
Arca rail
Accessory rail
Muzzle brake
Folding stock
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 39 .338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifles | 7.03 kg | 6.53 kg | Heavier than about 80% |
| Overall lengthAmong 37 .338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifles | 1245 mm | 1230 mm | Longer than about 60% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 39 .338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifles | 686 mm | 686 mm | Longer than about 60% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 39 .338 Lapua Magnum sniper rifles | 10 | 5 | Holds more rounds than about 90% |
Answers
Questions about the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken
How much does the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken weigh?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken weighs 7.03 kg (15.50 lb) empty and 7.40 kg (16.31 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken is chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum, .300 Winchester Magnum, and .308 Winchester.
How many rounds does the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken hold?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken holds 10 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken is 1245 mm (49.0 in) long overall, with a 686 mm (27.0 in) barrel.
Who makes the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken is made by Cadex Defence (Canada).
When was the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken introduced?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken was introduced in 2017.
How does the Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken operate?
The Cadex Defence CDX-MC Kraken uses a bolt action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
Studio
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- Interface standards, platforms and fit overrides
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Provenance
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Provenance
Confidence in this record
78%
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API
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