MDT Picatinny Scope Base, Anschutz Model 1712, 20 MOA

• 20 MOA Incline: Built-in elevation helps preserve more of a scope’s internal adjustment for distance work, which is useful for long-range shooting as well as rifles that may later be set up for extended-range use.
• Receiver-Specific Fit: This base is made for the Anschutz 1712, giving the rail a secure interface with the action and helping maintain consistent optic alignment.
• 6061-T6 Aluminum Construction: The aluminum body keeps weight down without giving up the rigidity needed for a stable scope mounting platform on a hunting or target rifle.
• Picatinny Interface: A Picatinny-pattern top rail makes it easier to pair the rifle with a wide range of scope rings and optic setups, giving more flexibility than proprietary mounting systems.
• Hard-Anodized Finish: The black anodized surface adds wear resistance and corrosion protection, which helps the base stand up to repeated optic changes and regular field use.

About the MDT Picatinny Bases Series

MDT Picatinny Bases are designed as practical optic-mounting solutions for bolt-action rifles used in hunting, competition, long-range, and general shooting. The series covers a wide range of action types and is offered in several incline options, including 20, 30, 40, and 50 MOA, so shooters can choose a rail that matches both the rifle and the intended engagement distances. That broad compatibility makes the series relevant for everything from rimfire trainers to centerfire precision rifles.

A defining feature of the range is its inclined rail profile, which gives a mounted riflescope additional usable elevation adjustment. MDT machines these bases from 6061-T6 aluminum and finishes them with Mil-Spec Type II hard anodizing for low weight and good surface durability. The rails conform to MIL-STD-1913 and STANAG 4694 dimensions, supporting consistent fit with common Picatinny-compatible rings and accessories. MDT also profiles the underside to sit flush on the receiver and match the ejection-port geometry, and on actions that allow it, selected models incorporate an integrated recoil lug for a more secure interface under recoil.

About the MDT Picatinny Scope Base, Anschutz Model 1712, 20 MOA

The MDT Picatinny Scope Base, Anschutz Model 1712, 20 MOA is a fixed mounting base built for shooters who want a stable, receiver-specific optic platform on the Anschutz 1712. Its main advantage is the 20 MOA forward incline, which shifts the scope’s adjustment range in a useful direction for distance shooting. In practice, that means more available elevation for dialing at longer ranges while keeping the mounting system simple and robust. It is a sensible setup for a rifle that may be used for target work, small-game shooting, or precision rimfire applications where dialing correction is part of the routine.

The rail uses a Picatinny interface, giving broad compatibility with widely available scope rings and making it easier to position an optic for proper eye relief. MDT’s receiver-contoured underside is intended to sit flush on the action, which supports consistent alignment and a clean fit on the rifle. The base is made from aluminium, so it adds mounting capability without unnecessary bulk, and the black finish keeps the appearance understated while adding surface protection. At 200.00 mm in length, it provides ample rail space for ring placement, which can be especially useful when balancing compact optics, larger target scopes, or rifles with specific eye-relief requirements.

As a fixed Picatinny rail rather than a quick-detach or adjustable mount, this model focuses on straightforward reliability. It suits shooters who want a durable base that supports repeatable optic installation and the flexibility to use standard Picatinny rings across different riflescope setups.

About MDT

MDT Sporting Goods was established in 2009 and began in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada. The company focuses on equipment for target shooting and hunting, with a product range that includes rifle chassis systems, magazines, buttstocks, scope bases, and scope rings. MDT identifies the TAC21 as its first chassis, and that early emphasis on modular rifle platforms still shapes the brand’s product development.

MDT states that its chassis, magazines, and accessories are developed with input from competitive precision shooters, which helps explain the company’s strong presence in precision-rifle equipment. In the mounting category, MDT scope bases are described as CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and made to MIL-STD-1913 and STANAG 4694 specifications. That combination of competition influence, modular design, and standardized mounting geometry makes MDT a well-established name for shooters building practical hunting rifles or dedicated precision setups.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: MDT
• Series: MDT Picatinny Bases
• Material: Aluminium
• Color: Black
• Length: 200.00 mm
• Height: 50.00 mm
• Inclination: 20 MOA
• Compatibility Above: Picatinny Rail
• Compatibility Below: Anschutz 1712

Warranty

MDT provides a 2-year warranty for this scope base. That stated period suits a fixed mounting component intended for regular use on hunting and precision rifle setups.

In the Box

• Picatinny scope base
• #6-48 TORX screws