That´s what I call a short barrel!
you only give up about 25fps per inch on the max. That’s only 650 going from 26 to 0”. I’ll take 195s going 2400 and never having to buy a barrel again.
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That´s what I call a short barrel!
Do you plan or running a suppressor? A .223 does not really need a muzzle brake, and personally I prefer the heavier barrel profile on the Varmint to the CTR. To answer you other question, I do think that the CTR is .223 is fairy new, at least in the US.Looked through a good number of pages on this thread, but not all 135... I was recently checking out Tikka's site and saw they listed the CTR as being chambered in .223 with a 20" or 24" barrel. Is this new or has this been around for a while? Checking out different sites, I can't seem to turn any up (at least in the USA). Gunbroker only lists a CTR scout in .223 that does not have a threaded barrel or oversized bolt knob.
I've wanted a CTR for quite a while and a 20" 223 would be the ticket!
Do you plan or running a suppressor? A .223 does not really need a muzzle brake, and personally I prefer the heavier barrel profile on the Varmint to the CTR. To answer you other question, I do think that the CTR is .223 is fairy new, at least in the US.
Anyone in here running a t3X superlite in 7mm?
Thinking about running one for hunting and was curious what thoughts were on it. Would most likely run the 7mm eld-x with it.
Trying to decide on a good combo hunting/long range scope to put on it in ffp as well.
Any i put is appreciated.
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Tikka T3X CTR 6.5 setup
MDT ACC chassis
CKYE pod
Athlon Ares ETR 4.5-30x56 in Vortex Precision Match 34mm High rings. Still need to get some exterior weights, and possibly a barrel. Can’t wait to get it to the range and see how it does!?
Does any one know if tikka has one size firing pin between 308 bolt face and 223 bolt face, I have come to the realization that there is no left hand 223 in the US so I was contemplating getting a diff caliber and buying and a 223 bolt but cant find a complete bolt. I found a stripped bolt body and firing pin assembly but the firing pin assembly description does not specify large or small firing pin
Also into Tikka thead. Mine with a brand new stock from @ejg ?
- Tikka T3 CTR .260 rem 20”
- PSE Composites E-Tac 4 CTR mil-spec with ARCA-rail
- Falcon Optics M18+ 4-18x44
- Warne X-Skel
- Harris kind of bipod and chinese M-lok to sling stud adapter
- VTAC wide padded upgraded sling
- GrovTec Heavy Duty Push Button Swivels
- Jaki Semi Classic supressor
- Tikka OEM metallic bolt shrout
- Chinese bubble level
It started as a low budget rifle but it’s getting awesome. Falcon is obviously next thing to upgrade. I have a Spuhr SP-4601 waiting for Steiner, S&B or Kahles and Falcon will continue service at the top of my P94S where cantilever mount will suit nicely. I also have an ACI which I will install to Spuhr.
At some point I will have a lighter Ase Utra supressor, some quality bipod and maybe a Sterk bolt handle but I still like to keep my budget and try to avoid bling bling. Anyway I want to use only quality parts! It’s all for purpose not for show ?
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Your lucky, your CTR came with the OG TRG magazines
Tikka T3X CTR magazines are, well i dont want to say it loud, but those are not good.
Nice rifle with that Ireland made stock.
How does it shoot?
I have zero issues with the ctr mags. I bent the springs and they are 100%. Have you done that? I have a Sako TRG with Sako mags and the ctr mags are exactly the same except for the black boot on bottom.Your lucky, your CTR came with the OG TRG magazines
Tikka T3X CTR magazines are, well i dont want to say it loud, but those are not good.
Nice rifle with that Ireland made stock.
How does it shoot?
niceI ordered my TAC A1, 6.5 creedmoor yesterday....should be here by the end of the week. Im excited!
I have zero issues with the ctr mags. I bent the springs and they are 100%. Have you done that? I have a Sako TRG with Sako mags and the ctr mags are exactly the same except for the black boot on bottom.
Anyone in here running a t3X superlite in 7mm?
Thinking about running one for hunting and was curious what thoughts were on it. Would most likely run the 7mm eld-x with it.
Trying to decide on a good combo hunting/long range scope to put on it in ffp as well.
Any i put is appreciated.
Don’t have the super lite but have a T3 lite on 7RM currently and several in the past and they have all done well with 162 eld-x Hornady factory loaded ammo (group at 230 yards below and it’s a hammer on white tail for sure). It’s wearing a Bushnell DMR2i right now and I like it but it is a little too heavy balance wise but I’ve got a medium Palma barrel on the way that should fix that.
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I can’t tell a difference. Bend that CTR spring and you won’t have problems. I have shared a photo a few times that I got from another member. Let me know if you need it and I will post it again.I did run my 260rem CTR with the factory mags, and then bought one real TRG magazine.
I can say that the CTR mags are not even close that quality what the TRG magazines are.
Follower sping is way sofher in CTR mag and the steel quality is not the same as it is on TRG magazine.
Maybe they have improved CTR magazines.I can’t tell a difference. Bend that CTR spring and you won’t have problems. I have shared a photo a few times that I got from another member. Let me know if you need it and I will post it again.
So I caught the Tikka bug a bit late. This is my first. It’s a Tikka T3X CTR with a 20” barrel in 6.5 Creedmoor. Sitting in a KRG Bravo running AI mags. Mountain tactical trigger spring, 20MOA rail, and bolt shroud, Anarchy Outdoors 11° swept back titanium ball bolt handle, Leupold MK4 35mm rings, and a Leupold MK5HD 3.6-18 scope. I’ve got a Timney trigger in the mail as we speak which will be the final upgrade for it. I’ve gotta say that I’m thoroughly impressed with this rifle. It outshoots my Seekins Havak Bravo in 6.5 Creedmoor and that cost well north of twice the price. Might just be a Tikka fanboy for life now.
My local gun shop just called and said my TAC 1a was in . I'm headed out to get it.Send me a pm if you’re interested in buying a used one and/or a tikka t3 la hunter stock
Anyone know if the stock bottom plastic is available for purchase? I couldn't find it on the Beretta site - plenty of mags, but not the trigger guard/mag holder piece. I'm building a 284 Shehane and have a Tikka short action that I could convert to LA... otherwise will build off of a 700LA.
For the cost of factory plastic you need to look at a used one or the aftermarket metal BDM....Anyone know if the stock bottom plastic is available for purchase? I couldn't find it on the Beretta site - plenty of mags, but not the trigger guard/mag holder piece. I'm building a 284 Shehane and have a Tikka short action that I could convert to LA... otherwise will build off of a 700LA.
KRG Midas maybe. Not tried either.Maybe it was discussed before, but may I ask which is "the best" two-stage-trigger for the T3x CTR?
I can only find the Timney, are there more?
Considering a prefit barrel?
Why I want one and if I have the money then why not. But I do not reload and is it really worth it.
This is new Prime groups at 100yrds the other day out of the factory barrel. Close to 500 rounds on it so there is a lot of life left.
Will a good prefit really get to below 1/2” for factory loads? Say a PVA shouldered prefit?
Maybe it was discussed before, but may I ask which is "the best" two-stage-trigger for the T3x CTR?
I can only find the Timney, are there more?
I did run my 260rem CTR with the factory mags, and then bought one real TRG magazine.
I can say that the CTR mags are not even close that quality what the TRG magazines are.
Follower sping is way sofher in CTR mag and the steel quality is not the same as it is on TRG magazine.
Does anyone here reload 223? A friend is helping me do some load development with 77 SMK and was hoping to see what has worked for you guys. I have T3x with the 24" barrel.
My barrel should arrive today and I will try it out. In concept, yes, it should work so long as headspace is correct. and no relief cut was made on the action. If any facing is done on the action, the prefits will not work and have to go custom. Just keep than in mind. Mine is a .308 that I'm replacing my CTR stock barrel with 3000 rounds through it.Has anyone installed a proof prefit onto their t3x? Do you really just torque it down your g2g? I can't find any info on installing Tikka barrels
I have a T3 CTR magazine that is the same as the TRG22 magazine, no plastic. I have bought 2 T3x CTR magazines used and had all 3 cerakoted. I had to take them all apart for the cerakote, so I bent the springs on all 3. The only difference in the two is the plastic on the bottom and the insert below the spring.
I have two KRG Midas Triggers, I have not tried the Timney.
If you try to run a Midas Trigger in the OEM CTR Bottom metal, there is some minor clearancing that has to done to the bottom metal.
This is the thread where I detail the clearancing process
It's a drop in for a Bravo or a MDT ACC chassis.
I bought a second one for my 223. I’d consider that a pretty strong recommendation.Oh, forgot to say, I do have a KRG Bravo.
So, would you recommend the Midas?