I want this gunthis is what you want mateT3x SV, 20" 1:8 twist, absolute tac driver with home loads.
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Fox control - Which .223 Tikka T3X model most suitable and which moderator ?
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I accept that a heavy rifle is going to allow for greater accuracy at longer distances. I'll get my hands on a few shortly and see how they feel, that said I aim to get them to come to me rather than chase after them further than is absolutely necessary
Having spent considerable time with light .177, .22 and .22RF I can function ok lighter. T3X Lite .223 with scope, Ir and Mod is not going to be featherlite and clamped in the Ricon I feel fairly confident. At least they are easily moved on if I find an issue with the setup. I am not the tradesman who is going to blame the tools. 
Fair comments and everyone finds what works for them generally I supposeI despair at what a bunch of light weights we are...oooh the big heavy gun
I have a T3X Super Varmint, 20 inch, with a Stalon Mod in .243 with an Alpex on top. It gets carried miles and Im skinny. I just hate light rifles so put up with it but like all rifles ...I do my bit and the result is the same
Get what feels right for you mate. Im special in a window licking kind of way so best ignore my adviceI accept that a heavy rifle is going to allow for greater accuracy at longer distances. I'll get my hands on a few shortly and see how they feel, that said I aim to get them to come to me rather than chase after them further than is absolutely necessary
As mentioned I like heavy rifles from a shooting perspective rather then anything else...wish this wasnt the case 
T3X lite will do what you need. I don't see the point in a varmint barrel when you're only taking a couple of shots at a time and carrying rifle around. A scope and moderator adds a fair bit of weight anyway.
Couple of shots on a good night !
The 'Lite' does seem very popular if not for everyone. I will buy a camo or the laminate just because of the look and it will probably depend on what is available when the variation come through on the FAC. I am really not sure wether to buy new or used ?
Agree re a nice stock. The laminate is very fetching especially with stainless IMO. I think stainless is well worth it in our wet climate too.Couple of shots on a good night !
I'm also all for a good 2nd hand deal if you can find one.
I like my t3x lite - it's the cerakote rough tech model and it has since suffered a lot of abuse without any complaint. 1 in 8 and very accurate - I put 20ish rounds through it in quick succession the other night and saw no change in POI.
It's no lightweight with the NV scope on it mind.
Leaning towards Laminate rather than the Lite. which is hollow polymer of course. Laminate 7lb 5oz. Lite 6lb 61/4oz. Super Varmint 8lb 6oz.
If I was buying a new tikka I'd buy this model with the green stock.
It has an adjustable cheekpiece, stainless cerakoted barrel and action. Large bolt knob and the barrel is a little heavier than the lite model.
David.evans
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My T3x at 150 , and bo knows what he’s talking about I agree it has all you need - still considering the weight options model dependant.
Wow !!! Sorry which model is this and which poster was bo ? Thankyou
Scotty99
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Tikka T3 Lite Roughtec with stainless 1:8 twist barrel and a Stalon mod. Stock is great, solid with no play in the forend and is very grippy. Barrel is medium profile so accurate without being too heavy. 1:8 twist will stabilise heavier bullets so good for muntjac as well as foxes.
Don't have a Tikka. But do have a .223 with varmint barrel with 1in 12 twist.
Had the barrel shortened to 18". Fitted with Ase Utra SL5 mod. Which puts the weight more or less to that when it was 24inch barrel.
GRS berserker stock so fully adjustable.
Handles 55gn bullets with no complaints from recipients out to 200yds. Most of my shots are taken within 100yds though.
I cover a lot of ground on foot when out and have it slung on a niggeloh biathlon sling when mooching about.
58 years old and it doesn't bother me carrying it and the sticks and thermal. I am no unit
But that's me. You need to get what suits you with the shooting you do.
Had the barrel shortened to 18". Fitted with Ase Utra SL5 mod. Which puts the weight more or less to that when it was 24inch barrel.
GRS berserker stock so fully adjustable.
Handles 55gn bullets with no complaints from recipients out to 200yds. Most of my shots are taken within 100yds though.
I cover a lot of ground on foot when out and have it slung on a niggeloh biathlon sling when mooching about.
58 years old and it doesn't bother me carrying it and the sticks and thermal. I am no unit
But that's me. You need to get what suits you with the shooting you do.
Neddle
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Hit the nail on the head 1:8 is the way to go
EddieArran505
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All Tikkas guaranteed 1 moa so rifle type, weight, barrel length etc. not really relevant for a foxing rifle other than just your personal preferences and what you fancy. They will all go bang and drop foxes out to extended range.
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Totally agree. Not sure who has the largest on the shelf stock of T3X's ( Maybe SGC - Exeter ) but I plan to visit and get a feel for them 1st hand. I was thinking Laminate lite .223 even though 14 3/4oz heavier than the standard Lite, the stocks are at least decent and solid.
You have already made the important decision….. TIKKA! Never seen one yet that didn’t shoot plenty good enough for what you intend to do. Buy one you like! It will be fine! lol!!!
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