ERA-TAC Picatinny Rail - FN Browning X-Bolt Short (20MOA)

• 20 MOA Inclination: The built-in forward cant preserves more of a riflescope’s internal elevation travel, which is useful when setting up a rifle for longer shooting distances.
• Model-Specific Fit: This rail is made for the FN Browning X-Bolt short action, giving a receiver-matched interface that supports secure optic alignment and straightforward installation.
• Aluminum Construction: The aluminum body keeps weight under control while still providing the rigidity needed for a stable optics platform on a hunting or precision rifle.
• 12 Picatinny Slots: A generous slot count gives flexibility in ring placement, helping accommodate different scope lengths, eye-relief requirements, and accessory setups.
• Black Anodized Finish: The dark protective finish helps resist surface wear and blends cleanly with modern rifle and optic combinations used in the field.

About the ERA-TAC Picatinny Rails Series

The ERA-TAC Picatinny Rails series sits within the brand’s tactical mounting range and is built around a simple purpose: providing a rigid, model-specific base for mounting optics on bolt-action rifles. The series includes rails in high-grade aluminum and steel, with aluminum versions finished in black anodizing and steel versions in a blued finish. Across the range, the rails are designed to screw directly onto the rifle receiver, giving a low-profile and mechanically straightforward mounting solution.

Within the series, ERATAC offers fitments for a wide variety of rifle actions, including short- and long-action platforms. Some versions are available with 20 MOA inclination, which is especially relevant for rifles intended for longer-range shooting where preserving scope elevation travel matters. The family also includes long-rail variants intended for forward-mounted optics such as night-vision devices or head-mounted systems. In practical terms, the series is aimed at shooters who want a receiver-specific Picatinny interface with the durability and repeatable positioning expected from modern hunting optics and tactical optics mounting hardware.

About the ERA-TAC Picatinny Rail - FN Browning X-Bolt Short (20MOA)

The ERA-TAC Picatinny Rail - FN Browning X-Bolt Short (20MOA) is a receiver-specific mounting base for the FN Browning X-Bolt short action, intended for shooters who want to fit a riflescope using standard Picatinny-compatible rings or mounts. Its defining feature is the 20 MOA inclination, which angles the optic slightly downward relative to the bore. In practice, that helps reserve more upward elevation adjustment inside the scope, making the setup more suitable for rifles expected to stretch beyond ordinary zero distances.

The rail is made from aluminum, a sensible choice for a bolt-action rifle that may be carried over long distances but still needs a stable optic interface. With an overall height of 10.50 mm, it keeps the mounting platform relatively low while still providing the clearance and geometry required by the action. The 12-slot Picatinny layout gives useful freedom when positioning rings, which matters when balancing eye relief, turret clearance, and the length of different scope bodies.

This model uses an 8-hole pattern with 6-48 threads, matching the receiver drilling pattern for a secure attachment. For a hunting rifle, that means a clean and dependable base for conventional scope setups; for a more precision-oriented build, it provides the flexibility to combine a short-action rifle with optics that benefit from extra elevation reserve. The result is a practical mounting solution that supports both compact field rifles and more specialized long-range configurations built on the X-Bolt short action.

About ERA-TAC

ERATAC is a brand of Recknagel GmbH & Co. KG, based in Bergrheinfeld, Germany. Recknagel was founded in 1867 in Albrechts near Suhl, giving the company a long background in firearms-related engineering and accessories. The ERATAC line was introduced in 2010 to serve civilian and military users with tactical mounts and related accessories.

The brand focuses on products such as tactical riflescope mounts, Picatinny rails, backup sights, and weapon accessories. ERATAC mounts are machined from solid aluminum and finished with Mil-Spec Type III hard anodizing, reflecting a design approach centered on mechanical strength, repeatability, and field durability. Within the broader Recknagel range, ERATAC represents the company’s more tactical and precision-oriented mounting solutions for hunting, sport, and service-style firearms.

Main Features

• Product Type: Picatinny Rail
• Series: ERA-TAC Picatinny Rails
• Compatibility Above: Picatinny Rail
• Compatibility Below: FN Browning X-Bolt SA (74mm)
• Material: Aluminium
• Color: Black
• Inclination: 20 MOA
• Height BH.: 10.50 mm
• Height H.: 10.50 mm
• Extension (KR): KR 0.0 mm
• A.: 17.80 mm
• B.: 74.70 mm
• C.: 17.80 mm
• BHU.: 1.90 mm
• R1.: 50.80 mm
• R2.: 18.50 mm
• Thread: 6-48
• Number of Holes: 8.00
• Number of Slots: 12.00
• Made in: Germany

Warranty

10 years. This ERA-TAC Picatinny rail is covered by a 10-year warranty, making it a suitable choice for a rifle setup intended for long-term use.

In the Box

• Picatinny rail
• Fixing screws