First Look: MDT Timbr Core Rifle Stock and Core Bottom Metal

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posted on September 1, 2025
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MDT Timbr Core With Rifle

MDT has announced that the Timbr Core Rifle Stock and Core Bottom Metal are now available. The Timbr Core combines the warmth and aesthetics of a traditional sporter-style wood stock with modern precision engineering, including an integrated micro aluminum chassis and adjustable length of pull.

Timbr Core Recoil Pad

To complete the system, the Core Bottom Metal is also available—designed to pair seamlessly with the Timbr Core and built for AICS magazine compatibility across multiple rifle platforms.

MDT Timbr Core Stock

Timbr Core Rifle Stock Features

  • Available for Ruger American SA and Tikka T3/T3x SA
  • Adjustable Length of Pull: 13.6” to 14.6” (with the use of included 1/4” spacers)
  • 2 Sling studs on the underside of the fore-end
  • Compatible with barrels as large as the Proof Sendero barrel
  • Integrated aluminum micro chassis (requires bottom metal)
  • Wood option: Solid Walnut
  • Weight: 2.6 lbs.

Core Bottom Metal

Core Bottom Metal Features

  • AICS compatible
  • Available for Ruger American SA (Only compatible with Timbr Core Stock), and Tikka T3/T3x SA (CTR Profile)
  • Ambidextrous magazine latch
  • Compatible with MDT Adjustable Mag Latch
  • Compatible with aftermarket triggers
  • Weight: 0.23 lbs.

Timbr Core Buttstock

For more information on this new stock and bottom metal, visit mdttac.com.

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