Just bought a tikka t3x looking for advice
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Obviously different calibre but my T3 22.250 really likes Norma 50gr V-Max……. the foxes definitely not so much!
Conversely I tried running a batch of Federal Power Shok 55gr SP through it for roe & it chucked them everywhere - completely inconsistent group
Be interesting to see if others have had same experience?
Conversely I tried running a batch of Federal Power Shok 55gr SP through it for roe & it chucked them everywhere - completely inconsistent group
Be interesting to see if others have had same experience?
Jameshenry
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Would recommend and kalix technik cheek riser if your rifle doesn't already have one, makes a big difference especially with varying height scopes, night vision etc, and a steel lipped magazine
KarlParker
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My 223 T3x loves the Hornady 55gr Vmax. 35gr superformance was slightly better grouping but I was worried they were too light 
TTSX 50 grain or the same in Hornady CX . in copper Or Basically any lead that expands if you take that route ( all depends on the rifle you get and its twist ) I still think lead in the smaller calibres will fade away over time
Koenig
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The best thing you can do is buy a range of what factory ammo is available locally to you and try it - settling on something that works and that you can secure a reliable supply of.
If you reload - different story. Again, you’ll need to tinker to find something your T3 likes.
I have a T3 (albeit in .308) and got it improved when I was working in the US. The T3x already has many of the upgrades I had to buy. But here goes:
All from Mountain Tactical / Tikka Performance.
Improved bottom metal
Metal mag to fit the above
Limbsaver recoil pad (T3x version is adequate).
Metal bolt release catch
Stainless steel recoil lug (T3x version is SS).
Metal bolt cap and improved spring (T3x version is metal - adequate).
All money well spent. MT will ship the UK.
If you reload - different story. Again, you’ll need to tinker to find something your T3 likes.
I have a T3 (albeit in .308) and got it improved when I was working in the US. The T3x already has many of the upgrades I had to buy. But here goes:
All from Mountain Tactical / Tikka Performance.
Improved bottom metal
Metal mag to fit the above
Limbsaver recoil pad (T3x version is adequate).
Metal bolt release catch
Stainless steel recoil lug (T3x version is SS).
Metal bolt cap and improved spring (T3x version is metal - adequate).
All money well spent. MT will ship the UK.
Bo Diddley
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I put mine in an MDT field stock, and I am extremely happy with the result for the dollar spent. They use AICS mags, so you get over the problem of the $hite Tikka mags.
Reload and get cloverleaf groups.
Reload and get cloverleaf groups.
Bo Diddley
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I'd give them a miss. Your thinking is correct; I've experimented with 35-grain Vmax in the .22 Hornet, and occasionally it creates an avoidable problem if you are after foxes.35gr superformance was slightly better grouping but I was worried they were too light
Happy Christmas
KarlParker
Member
I second this, standard mags only lasted maybe 300 rounds before I started to get feeding problems. I did have to pinch the metal lips in a little as the brand new one wouldn't feed
I emailed GMK as apparently this is fair use for a consumable item
Firstly well done on buying a good working rifle. It will give you many hours of accurate reliable shooting. I’ve had many tikkas over the years… shot them out and moved on to the next one…. Joys of a 22250! I’ve never had one that didn’t like Hornady varmint express…. As for customising it and making it your own…. I’m a GRS bifrost fan in synthetic or a laminate sporter. They are a love hate thing but work well for me.
Lloyd90
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Lead in the smaller calibres was specifically exempt from the ban.
Yeah i get that , i am not thinking lead will be re-appraised - But will manufacturers carry on making lead bullets ie running the lines , when folks are being pressed for lead free only at the Game dealers and other customers ? How will other nations globally ? Will Starmer do it to us just for spite because can at this particular window of time. Other European nations putting pressure on regards exports ( remember most of our venison goes to export )
Personally i have been using copper in the main part because much of the land i stalk on have gone to non-Tox only . Market forces are perhaps might prove more powerful than than parliament here in the uk?
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