The Tikka T3 series of bolt action rifles has its origins in Finland. Available at a very reasonable price, these files are known to be very durable, reliable, and accurate. These rifles are made by Sako, which is a leading Finnish weapon and ammunition manufacturer.
They make these rifles under the Tikka brand name, and over the past decade, they have developed a reputation for making some of the best rifles money can buy.
Tikka T3 Lite Compact JRTE312C 20" Barrel 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem. Source: tikka.fi
The Tikka T3 series was originally designed and introduced in 2003, and it was one of the first manufacturers to use modern manufacturing materials and processes on hunting rifles. Though the use of synthetic stocks was not appreciated by everyone initially, shooters started to come around because of their durable construction and weather resistance.
The Tikka T3 series has evolved a lot over the years, and is now available in a wide range of configurations, with different calibers, sights, stocks, and barrel lengths.Here is a brief account of the popular Tikka t3 models:
T3X Tikka RH Schematic SOurce: Tikka instruction manual.
There comes a time in almost every rifle shooter’s life when they just aren’t satisfied with their OEM rifle stock. It might be too heavy. It might be too flimsy. It might swell and contract with changes in temperature and humidity. It might even be ugly. Whatever the reason, most of us look for a stock that better suits our needs and desires.
Here’s what you should be looking for when you decide to buy your aftermarket rifle stock.
Introduced in 2016, the Tikka T3x was a series of improved models, which used mode durable metal parts like the steel recoil lug and metal bolt shroud instead of the metal and plastic parts on the original T3. It also featured an enlarged ejection port and had a smoother action.
Doubts? Contact usThe T3x Lite combines the incredible performance of the T3x with a super lightweight frame. This model has a standard synthetic stock, with a low-angled grip.
Doubts? Contact usThe T3x Varmint was developed for hunting, and it features a synthetic stock with a pistol grip for an easier shooting experience from the prone position. The stock also features a padded cheek rest.
Doubts? Contact usThe original T3 is not in production anymore, ever since it was replaced by the improved and upgraded T3x series
Doubts? Contact usThe T3x - Super Varmint featured several impressive upgrades over the original T3x - Varmint. It has a tungsten Cerakote finish on the barrel assembly, uses a fluted barrelfor lower weight, and has an upgraded stock as well. The new stock has a Roughtech finish for better grip and features an adjustable cheek riser as well. You also get a Picatinny rail on the receiver of the Super Varmint to mount scopes and accessories.
Doubts? Contact usTikka T3x - Wideland is a part of their Camo series. The wideland has a darker Camo on its synthetic stock, which is ideal for forests and woodlands. It also has a Cerakote midnight bronze finish on the barrel.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - Alpine is also a part of the T3x Camo series. The Alpine camo is lighter and is suitable for higher rocky environments, it also blends really well in snowy environments. To enhance the weather durability of this rifle, it also features a matching Cerakote finish.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - UPR features a completely redesigned fiberglass stock, with carbon fiber beddings near the receiver for added rigidity and accuracy. The stock on the Tikka T3x - UPR features an adjustable cheek riser, and you can add or remove spacers on the back of the stock to adjust the length of pull. The UPR stock is also coated with a rough surface, to ensure the best possible grip, and has a Picatinny rail to mount scopes.
Doubts? Contact usTikka T3x - Superlite is a very lightweight hunting rifle with a fluted barrel and the basic T3x synthetic black stock. It only weighs about 6.5 lbs.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - Arctic is the rifle of choice for the Canadian Rangers. This rifle used a laminated wood stock and has adjustable iron sights and a Picatinny rail. It feeds from 5 or 10-round magazines.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - Tac A1 features a modular AR-style chassis, with an adjustable stock, full-length top Picatinny rail, and M-Lok handguard.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - Compact is shorter than other rifles in this series. It is compact with a 12.5” length of pull. It also has a Picatinny rail on the receiver, and a padded cheek rests on the stock.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - Sporter is made with competition shooting in mind. It features a super ergonomic, and adjustable wooden stock, and is available in a wide range of competition shooting calibers.
Doubts? Contact usThe Tikka T3x - Battue is a super light model, with a standard T3x synthetic black stock like the Lite series, however, it comes with fiber optic front and rear sights.
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