Get more adaptability for storage, transport and buttstock choice. The MDT Folding Stock adapters are compatible with most bolt-action chassis rifles that have an AR-style interface.

Available in 1-way or a 2-way locking configuration.

The 1-way lock maintains solid, straight-line integrity when shooting while the 2-way lock provides the additional function of holding the stock securely in the folded position.

DETAILS

Get more adaptability for storage, transport and buttstock choice. The MDT universal adapters are compatible with most bolt-action chassis rifles that have an AR-style interface.

The folding stock adapter adds 1.75" to your length of pull.

Available in 1-way or a 2-way locking configuration. The 1-way lock maintains solid, straight-line integrity when shooting while the 2-way lock provides the additional function of holding the stock securely in the folded position.

Models for a variety of chassis and buttstock interface combinations:

  • Fixed to Fixed
  • Carbine to Carbine
  • Fixed to Carbine
  • Carbine to Fixed

COMPATIBILITY

This adapter has a solid interface and will not allow a bolt to pass through - please check your rifle configuration for compatibility. Is not compatible with our TAC21 chassis or our ESS or ACC chassis, although the ESS and ACC have their own Folding Buttstock available here.

Carbine / Fixed Interfaces

MDT has been using the terms “Fixed” and “Carbine” to describe the interface between the chassis system and the buttstock. Our “Fixed” chassis systems are recognizable by their “tear drop” shaped stock interface while our “Carbine” chassis systems are characterized by their “circular” shaped stock interface.

So when it comes to choosing the right adapter the choice will primarily be dictated by the shape of your chassis interface and the type of buttstock you have. However a variety of combinations are possible with the use of the folding stock adapter - allowing you to change your old buttstock to new buttstock with a different interface.

INSTALLATION MANUAL

  • 5 stars: 140 (79%)
  • 4 stars: 15 (8%)
  • 3 stars: 10 (6%)
  • 2 stars: 3 (2%)
  • 1 star: 9 (5%)
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1ABNDT
You wanted the Best, You got the Best. MDT

I have purchased several 2 way locking folding stock adaptors for shotgun builds.

There is no other adaptor I would trust or use.

It would be great if MDT added a Picatinny to Carbine interface to complete the line up of adaptors.

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Bradley H.
Great adapter

Locks up solid in the open position but in the closed position it has some play. Doesn't rattle or feel janky, it's very smooth and slick. Only consideration to make is the extra LOP from adding this means you'll have to change your scope position because the LOP is noticeably longer. Best part of this is that it fits in my smaller 2 gun case with my 22 so I can carry both out for gopher shoots.

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Jeff G.
Amazing quality and durability. Super

Amazing quality and durability. Super easy to install. Definitely a must purchase for anyone looking to upgrade their rifle.

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Nigel S.
Great addition to my stock

Great addition to my stock enabling me to fit it inside a smaller carry bag. Superbly engineered as always.

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Eric L.
450 Bushmaster with red dot !

Very good MDT stock ! I made I very beautyful set up with my ruger 450 Bushmaster.
Bullseye at 50yard with a red dot 1x.

Eric

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Perry W.
Great MDT Addition to my Buttstock

Great addition to my butt stock, allows me to use smaller carrying bags and shorten for long hikes on my back. Also, takes up less room under my trucks rear seat. Solid and well built.

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Walt W.
Great transport option.

Great option for transporting in small vehicles and short case. This adapter is rock solid.

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Lenny C.
Great

Replaced old folder new mdt folder is perfect works and looks

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Dominik B.
Another superb MDT product!

Excellent quality, solid build, precise fit, zero play or slack, does not affect my action or accuracy one bit. Makes my 300 WinMag rifle a lot easier to carry and move around!

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Brian G.
Expensive but work it

Insulation is easy and lock up is tight with no play

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Leonard R.
Carbine To Carbine / 2-Way Locking

I would have given it 5 stars because of the overall quality and fit of the build, but it has one small but rather important design flaw. The hex set-screw comes from the factory installed in the 6 o'clock position for right handed shooters. So if the adapter is then flipped around 180 degrees for left handed shooters that same set screw is now in the 12 o'clock position. I can't speak for other brands of guns, but for a Tikka T3X if you then try to draw the bolt completely out of the receiver the cocking indicator on the back base of the bolt collides with the set screw because the screw does not bottom out flush with the collar housing. Obviously, that arrangement is not good for either the set screw or the bolt. The solution to this is an easy fix: simply have the set screw mounted from the factory and either the 3 or 9 o'clock position. That way it doesn't matter which way it gets rotated around, it'll never be in the 12 o'clock position for either right or left-handed shooters. The screw will be on either the inside or outside of the buffer tube (e.g., in either the 3 or 9 o'clock position), and would no longer interfere with the bolt removal.
Other than that, the adapter is an excellent piece of hardware, locks and unlocks smoothly, and is an excellent addition to the MDT chassis.

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Greg H.
Fixed To Carbine / 1-Way Locking

Works great

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Ottis D.
Carbine To Carbine / 1-Way Locking

Very easy install, great product

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JOHN F.
Carbine To Carbine / 2-Way Locking

Appears to be well made but, was found to be defective because the adapter was permanently locked in the folded position. Returning to MDT for a refund. Expected a little more (quality control) from a company like MDT.

Hi John, we're sorry to hear about the issue with your adapter. We will have someone reach out to further assist you on this.

Thank you for your feedback.

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Thomas C.
Carbine To Fixed / 1-Way Locking

Working great thanks for all the help

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James S.
Fixed To Fixed / 1-Way Locking

Great adapter!

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TYLER J.
Works great and locks solid.

Works great and locks solid.

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Lance O.
Solid product

Great folding stock adapter. Requires a thin stock. If the stock is too wide, the adapter won’t lock in the folded position.

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1ABNDT
The GOAT

The MDT folding stock adapter is the best on the market period.

If you don't have one on your build you're missing out on the best accessory your firearm could have.

The only thing I can add to make it even better is a "Picatinny to misc interface adapter" would be a great addition to the line up.

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Ash
Folding Stock Adapter - 2-way locking Carbine to Carbine

Like many other folks around, I too found the adapter to be extremely stiff initially after installing it. I was a bit concerned for the first few hours, but once I cleaned with alcohol first (the ball plunger within the hinge), then oiled and greased every moving part and contact surface, then everything started moving much better. I'll say at least for the one I received, it seems to be packaged in a relatively "dry" state and not well greased when it left the factory. That said, once greased and exercised for a while (e. g. , worked back/forth and locked closed/locked open), the performance has improved considerably. However, yes, this is a stiff adapter, but it also has zero play/slop. The trade-off is worth it for how I wanted it to perform.
I'll note that when I mentioned grease/oil I was using a combination of: Lucas Oil Semi-Synthetic Assembly Lube, Mil-Comm TW25B Lubricant, and Hoppe's 9 Lubricating Oil.

Thank you for taking the time to post your thoughtful review.

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KYLE O.
Solid folding adapter for bolt guns

Super solid folding adapter Too bad they don’t make one that works with ARs

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BILL C.
Folding stock adapter

Top quality! No sloppy fit, very tight. Makes it easier to clean the barrel.

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Shaun M.
Folding stock adapter

The folding stock adapter is very well made, the lock up is tight without play, The only regret is that I didn’t purchase the lock in the folded position option, however, you can always apply a work around for your particular application. I would have rated this as 5 stars but nothing in life is perfect so 4 stars is as close to perfect as one gets in life.

When MDT started I was in early on their LSS chassis for my riffle, and still use it to this day, all covered in paint and tape residue, riffles are a tool to be used, and not to “parade down the runway” all Gucci, but that’s just my opinion however worthless it may be.

Never forget the little “guy” who help pave the way for your success MDT. I look forward to all the new innovations and great videos, especially your April Fools videos, I believe EVERYTHING you say……. Well not really ;)

Good job MDT

That's about the best 4(5) star review one could ask for. Thanks! :)

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ROGER P.
New Build

Tight fit and easy of use. A great product

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Samuel
Very nice but 1 major problem

This is very well made and having a folding stock is awesome, however… the additional 1.75” makes the length of pull excessively long even for a 6”4” tall person like me. I see MDT has a shorter length of pull skeleton stock but they also need to sell a shorter buffer tube to make their carbine stocks more compatible with the folding stock adapter.

Thank you for the time and effort in your review. If you would like us to design something with this issue in mind, please take the time to fill out the Product Request Form. Here is a link to that. Product Request Form. If you would like to make a return, please reach out to our customer support team at support@mdttac.com so we can set up an RMA for you. Thanks.