Escort Shotguns has released the ERX Series of bolt action rifles. The ERX is modeled with Remington 700 action, trigger, magazine and optic footprints for ease of parts compatibility and customization. Chambered in .308 Winchester or 30-06 Springfield, the ERX provides both modularity and a host of features.
The .308 is available with an 18.5-inch barrel, while the 30-06 is offered in either 20 or 24 inches. Both calibers offer a 1:10 twist rate. The 4140 CRMO steel barrel is button rifled, and gas nitride treated with black chrome plating for superior protection and durability. It is then completed with 5/8-24 TPI threads, and an included muzzle brake. The 5-round, AICS-compatible magazine-fed rifle sports a thumb paddle magazine release at the front of the metal trigger guard, for quick and easy reloading. The bolt release is conveniently located opposite the safety switch on the left side of the receiver.
Based on the Remington 700 footprint, internals are standard with 4140 CRMO steel recessed bolt construction. However, an M16 style extractor is incorporated into the design. Six by forty-eight drilled and tapped screw holes allow for ease of mounting Remington 700 optic footprint options.
The rifle's action is placed in a synthetic stock, which boasts QD sling mounts and sling studs integrated into the front and rear of the stock. Likewise, control is provided by an inlaid soft rubber grip and fore-end. An adjustable-elevation cheek rest makes optic choices straightforward, as users can adjust their shooting position based on the optic and not be limited by specific optics choices. The rear of the stock is equipped with an adjustable length of pull (LOP), adjusted by the included 3–10mm spacers. The stock is then capped with a soft rubber buttpad designed to efficiently reduce felt recoil.
Attachments and accessories can be affixed to an integrated Picatinny accessory rail at the front of the stock under the barrel. To learn more about the ERX Bolt Action Series of rifles from Escort, visit escortshotgunsusa.com.
