Product Overview
LIGHTER & FASTER, BUILT FOR THE AUSTRALIAN SHOOTER
The Taipan Evo from Southern Cross Small Arms is the next step in Australia’s leading dual-action rifle platform. Lighter, faster, and more refined for real-world use.
Featuring a spring-assisted pump action and straight-pull bolt system, the Evo delivers rapid, reliable cycling whether you're on the range or in the field. New upgrades include a more intuitive bolt catch and flared magwell, allowing for quicker reloads straight from the mag carrier built into the glass-filled nylon polymer lower and buttstock. A textured thumbhole grip and adjustable cheek piece ensure secure, custom-fit ergonomics for any shooter.
The Evo runs a precision 16.5” 416R stainless light-contour barrel (threaded), surrounded by an M-Lok handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail, ready for optics and accessories. It ships with two 10-round polymer drop mags and comes with three Cerakote options: Grey, Black, or Burnt Bronze.
KEY FEATURES
GLASS FILLED NYLON POLYMER THUMBHOLE GRIP & ADJUSTABLE BUTTSTOCK
Designed for comfort and control, the glass filled nylon polymer lower/buttstock is designed with a non-slip thumbhole grip that enhances handling in wet or dusty environments wile securing a comfortable positive grip. It reduces shooter fatigue during extended use and ensures a secure, confident hold. Adjustable lower/buttstock has a integrated magazine carrier that securely hold an extra magazine, always in reach for fast responsive reloads when you need it.
INTUITIVE BOLT CATCH
Driven by IPSC shooter feedback, the Evo’s updated bolt catch allows faster, more intuitive reloads. The bolt locks back on an empty mag, just insert a fresh one and slap the catch to chamber. It’s a competition-ready feature designed for speed and simplicity.
FLARED MAGWELL DESIGN
The Taipan Evo features an integrated flared magwell that guides magazines into place quickly and easily, even under pressure. This enhancement significantly reduces reload times and fumbling during competitions or field use, giving shooters a smooth, reliable edge over standard platforms.
SPRING-ASSISTED ACTION
The Evo’s dual-action system blends speed with control: a spring-assisted pump for rapid cycling and a removable straight-pull bolt for precise follow-up shots. Whether managing pests or holding steady on the bench, it offers unmatched versatility in any environment.
SPECIFICATIONS
| MODEL NAME | SCSA Taipan Evo |
| CALIBRE OPTIONS | .223 Remington or .300 Blackout |
| MAGAZINE CAPACITY | 10 Rounds (2x PMAG polymer drop magazines) |
| BARREL | 16.5” 416R Stainless 1:8" Light Contour Barrel |
| BARREL THREAD | ½×28 for .223 REM / 5/8x24 for .300 BLK |
| LOWER / BUTTSTOCK | Adjustable Glass filled nylon Polymer |
| GRIP | Textured thumbhole grip (glass filled nylon polymer) |
| OVERALL FINISH OPTIONS | Cerakote Grey, Black, Burnt Bronze |
| ACTION TYPE | Spring-assisted pump action & straight-pull bolt |
| CHARGING HANDLE | Removable oversized side charging handle |
| TRIGGER PULL WEIGHT | 5.5 lbs (factory) |
| ADJUSTABILITY | Length-of-pull spacers & adjustable cheek pad |
| SLING MOUNTS | QD sling swivel mounts |
| CASE DEFLECTOR | Yes |
| SAFETY FEATURES | Cross-bolt safety & thumb safety selector |
| HANDGUARD | M-Lok |
| TOP RAIL | Full-length Picatinny rail |
| MOUNT COMPATIBILITY | Swiss plate compatible |
| NEW FEATURES | Improved bolt catch, Flared magwell & Thumbhole Lower/Buttstock |
| TOTAL DIMENTIONS | 885x65x186mm (LxWxH) Including 2x Plastic LOP Spacers, Excluding Charging Handle and cheek piece lowered |
| TOTAL WEIGHT | 3.29kg (Including two magazines, one in magwell and the other in the mag carrier, unloaded) |
| LICENCE CATEGORY | Category B compliant (NSW-ready) |
| STATE REGISTRY STATUS | WA & TAS approval pending |
| COMPANY OF MANUFACTURE | Proudly made in Australia |
