Those that prefer the metric system will find MRAD calculations easier, while if you use the imperial system, an MOA scope is ideal. Even though the two styles are very close in accuracy, the wide majority of shooters prefer MRAD due to the fact that it's standardized in the military.

Does the military use Mrad?

Monday, Mar. 30, to acquire the MK22 Multi-role Adaptive Design (MRAD) rifle as the Army's new sniper weapon system. The Army will procure approximately 2,800 MK22 rifles from Barrett, the current maker of the Army's M107 .

Whats easier mil or MOA?

MOA stands for "minute of angle." A minute of angle is also a measurement of an angle within a circle, just as milliradians are. However, they differ in size, with mils being the larger of the two. Minutes of angle are a bit easier to understand than mils, though. Minutes are just a smaller measurement of a degree.