MEC Outdoors
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1955
- HeadquartersMayville, United States
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
MEC Outdoors firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- MEC Outdoors
- Legal name
- Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.
- Website
- https://mecoutdoors.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1955
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
MEC Outdoors industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Shooting Sports Equipment
- NAICS
- Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (33992)
- SIC
- Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Reloading & Gunsmithing Supplies Retail (CRAMAKAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Shooting Sports Equipment Retail (Targets, Clay, Range Gear, Hearing/Eye Protection) (CRAMAKAG)
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Where MEC Outdoors is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Mayville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
MEC Outdoors business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others
Revenue model
- Shotshell Reloaders: Sale of shotshell reloading equipment including 600 Jr Mark V, Sizemaster, Steelmaster, and related machines. One-time hardware purchase model with accessories and die sets available separately.
- Metallic Reloaders: Sale of metallic reloading presses including Mec Marksman single-stage reloader. One-time purchase of precision equipment for reloading rifle and pistol ammunition.
- Clay Target Machines: Sale of clay target throwing machines across multiple series (E Series, Defender Series, XP Series, Trap & Skeet Series, Smart Series, Personal/Small Club Series) for shooting ranges and clubs.
- Accessories and Parts: Replacement parts, wads, bushings, bars, dies, and accessories for reloaders and target machines. Consumable products like the EZ Fill Funnel, E-Z Prime 285CA, and Foot Switch Pull Cords drive ongoing revenue.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | 600 Jr Mark V - World's #1 Shotshell Reloaders |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Mec Marksman Single-Stage Metallic Reloaders |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | 100E Sporter Tilt Clay Target Machines |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Foot Switch Pull Cord Accessories |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Wads - Replacement Components |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | 9001E Shotshell Reloaders |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Auto-Mate Electric Conversion |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
MEC Outdoors product offering
Product offeringCore offering
MEC Outdoors designs, manufactures, and sells shotshell reloaders (600 Jr Mark V, Sizemaster, Steelmaster, 9000 series), metallic reloading presses (Mec Marksman), and clay target throwing machines (E Series, Defender Series, XP Series, Trap & Skeet Series, Smart Series, Personal/Small Club 100E Series) along with related accessories and replacement parts. The company sells these products through an authorized U.S. dealer network and direct e-commerce to recreational shooters, competitive shooters, ammunition reloaders, and shooting ranges and clubs.
Product overview
MEC Outdoors offers a comprehensive portfolio of shooting sports equipment centered around three core product lines: Shotshell Reloaders, Metallic Reloaders, and Clay Target Machines. The shotshell reloader lineup includes single-stage presses (600 Jr Mark V, Sizemaster, Steelmaster, 600 Slugger) and automatic-indexing models (9000GN, 9000HN, 9001E, 9000E), complemented by the Auto-Mate electric conversion accessory. Metallic reloading is served by the Mec Marksman® single-stage press. The clay target machine range spans from the budget-friendly Personal/Small Club 100E Series through professional-grade E Series, Defender Series, XP Series, Trap & Skeet Series, and Smart Series. Accessories include die sets, bushings, wads, the E-Z Prime automatic primer feed, EZ Fill Funnel, and Foot Switch Pull Cord for clay target machines. The company has been manufacturing reloaders since 1955.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- MEC Marksman: Single stage metallic reloader made of ductile cast iron for strength and durability.
- 600 Jr Mark V
- 100E Series
- Auto-Mate
Products and services
- 600 Jr Mark V Shotshell Reloader Single-stage shotshell reloader featuring Cam-Action crimp die that returns each shell to its original condition and one-piece Spindex Crimp Starter for perfect crimps. Loads 4-6 boxes per hour with quick, simple operation; priced at $322.16 for 12 Gauge and $354.81 for 10 Gauge, with die sets available separately from $220.43. Targeted at recreational shooters and ammunition reloaders.
- Sizemaster Shotshell Reloader Shotshell reloader from MEC's product line designed for processing shotshell ammunition. Targeted at shooters who reload their own shotgun shells.
- Steelmaster Shotshell Reloader Shotshell reloader model from MEC designed for ammunition processing. Targeted at shooters reloading steel shot loads.
- Mec Marksman Metallic Reloader Single-stage metallic reloader made of ductile cast iron for strength and durability. Features patented shell holder that self-centers each cartridge. Compatible with all 7/8-14 thread dies, allowing quick caliber changes from .22 Hornet to .416 Rigby. Priced at $309.96. Targeted at rifle and pistol ammunition reloaders.
- 100E Sporter Tilt Clay Target Machine Recreational clay target machine holding 135 standard targets with 90-yard throwing distance and 1.5-second cycle time. Elevates to 70 degrees and tilts left and right up to 35 degrees for varied target presentations including wobble and curling targets. Weighs 116 lbs. 3-year warranty with lifetime coverage on main-shaft and one-way bearing. Priced at $1,545 (MSRP $1,645). Targeted at backyard users and small hunt clubs.
- E Series Clay Target Machines Clay target machine series in MEC's product line for trap, skeet, and sporting clays shooting. Targeted at dedicated shooting ranges, gun clubs, and competitive shooters.
- Defender Series Clay Target Machines Clay target machine series in MEC's product line. Targeted at shooting ranges and clubs requiring durable, high-capacity equipment.
- XP Series Clay Target Machines Clay target machine series in MEC's product line. Targeted at clubs and competitive shooters.
- Trap & Skeet Series Clay Target Machines Clay target machine series in MEC's product line dedicated to trap and skeet shooting. Targeted at dedicated trap and skeet clubs and competitive shooters.
- Smart Series Clay Target Machines Clay target machine series in MEC's product line featuring smart capabilities. Targeted at clubs seeking advanced features.
- Personal/Small Club Series Clay Target Machines Clay target machine series designed for backyard use or small hunt clubs looking for economical options, including the 100E Wobble, 100E Skeet Set, and 100E Sporter Tilt. Targeted at recreational shooters and small clubs.
- MEC Auto-Mate Electric Conversion System Accessory that converts manually operated 9000G series or 8567 Grabber series shotshell reloaders to electric operation with push-button control. Each operation is performed consistently with the push of a button. Priced at $1,212.21 with links and support. Targeted at MEC reloader owners seeking hands-free, automatic operation.
- E-Z Prime 285CA Automatic Primer Feed Automatic primer feed accessory for single-stage MEC shotshell reloaders. Saves time by eliminating the step of handling each individual primer. Compatible with 600 JR Mark V and Versa MEC 700. Targeted at MEC reloader owners seeking greater efficiency.
Quantifiable outcome
- 4-6 boxes of ammunition per hour production rate
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Companies that use MEC Outdoors
Customer profileNamed customers9 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
MEC Outdoors technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
MEC Outdoors partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators8 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
MEC Outdoors competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Frankford Arsenal: Frankford Arsenal produces reloading presses, tumblers, and shotshell reloading accessories targeted at hobbyist reloaders. It directly competes with MEC's reloaders and accessories business and shares the same reloader buyer demographic.
- Champion Traps and Targets: Champion is a leading US manufacturer of clay target throwers, traps, and shooting range equipment. It directly competes with MEC's clay target machine line (E Series, Defender, XP, Trap & Skeet, Personal/Small Club) for clubs, ranges, and recreational shooters.
- Dillon Precision: Dillon Precision makes progressive and specialty metallic reloading equipment aimed at high-volume shooters and competitive reloaders. It is a direct peer to MEC's metallic reloader business and competes for the same enthusiast buyer.
- Lee Precision: Lee Precision manufactures shotshell and metallic reloading presses, dies, and accessories for the same hobbyist and competitive shooter segments as MEC. It is one of the closest direct competitors in single-stage reloading equipment.
- RCBS: RCBS is one of the best-known reloading equipment and die brands, offering metallic and shotshell reloading presses, dies, and accessories. It directly overlaps MEC's shotshell and metallic reloader product lines and dealer channel.
- Lyman Products: Lyman Products manufactures metallic reloading presses, shotshell reloaders, and broader shooting accessories (including shooting rests and cleaning tools). It competes with MEC in reloading equipment and sells through overlapping sporting goods channels.
- Hornady (Hornady Manufacturing): Hornady is a major ammunition manufacturer that also sells its own line of metallic reloading presses, dies, and accessories. It competes directly with MEC's metallic reloading line and shares MEC's reloader end-customer base.
- Do All Outdoors: Do All Outdoors manufactures a range of clay target throwers from backyard to commercial-grade models. It is a direct peer to MEC's clay target machine business, especially in the recreational and small-club tiers.
Regional players
- Promatic: Promatic is a UK-based manufacturer of clay target machines used at Olympic and competitive shooting venues worldwide. It is comparable to MEC's higher-end clay target series but primarily serves European and international markets where MEC is absent.
Broad incumbents
- Beretta (Clay Shooting Division): Beretta is a global firearms leader that also produces clay target machines and competition shooting accessories under its broader portfolio. It overlaps MEC's clay target machine and competitive-shooter customer base but as part of a much larger firearms business.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about MEC Outdoors
What does MEC Outdoors do?
MEC Outdoors designs, manufactures, and sells shotshell reloaders (600 Jr Mark V, Sizemaster, Steelmaster, 9000 series), metallic reloading presses (Mec Marksman), and clay target throwing machines (E Series, Defender Series, XP Series, Trap & Skeet Series, Smart Series, Personal/Small Club 100E Series) along with related accessories and replacement parts. The company sells these products through an authorized U.S. dealer network and direct e-commerce to recreational shooters, competitive shooters, ammunition reloaders, and shooting ranges and clubs.
Is MEC Outdoors a public or private company?
MEC Outdoors is a private company. It is classified as management employee owned and is currently operating.
When was MEC Outdoors founded?
MEC Outdoors was founded in 1955. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is MEC Outdoors based?
MEC Outdoors is headquartered in Mayville, United States, in the North America region.
How does MEC Outdoors make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Shotshell Reloaders are the primary driver. The others are metallic Reloaders, clay Target Machines and accessories and Parts.
Who are MEC Outdoors's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Frankford Arsenal, Champion Traps and Targets, Dillon Precision, Lee Precision, RCBS, Lyman Products, Hornady (Hornady Manufacturing) and Do All Outdoors. Promatic is listed as a regional player. Beretta (Clay Shooting Division) is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does MEC Outdoors have an API?
No public API is recorded for MEC Outdoors.
What industry is MEC Outdoors in?
MEC Outdoors's product category is Shooting Sports Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAMAKAF, Reloading & Gunsmithing Supplies Retail, with a secondary code of CRAMAKAG, Shooting Sports Equipment Retail (Targets, Clay, Range Gear, Hearing/Eye Protection). Its NAICS code is 33992 and its SIC code is 3949.