Tikka T3 "Super Varmint" .223REM Rifle

Published on September 25, 2015
Duration: 20:29

This review provides an in-depth look at the Tikka T3 Super Varmint in .223 Remington, highlighting its exceptional build quality, smooth action, and impressive accuracy potential. The expert reviewer, Ozzie, details the rifle's technical specifications, including its 1-in-8 twist rate barrel and adjustable trigger, and demonstrates its performance with various ammunition types. The video offers practical insights into handling, accuracy testing, and potential enhancements for this high-quality varmint rifle.

Quick Summary

The Tikka T3 Super Varmint in .223 Remington is a high-quality rifle featuring a 20-inch stainless steel barrel with a 1-in-8 twist rate, ideal for heavier projectiles. It boasts an adjustable single-stage trigger (1-2 kg), a 6-round capacity, and impressive accuracy, with Hornady 55gr V-MAX achieving 0.5-inch groups at 100 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Shooting Demo
  2. 01:00Unboxing & Accessories
  3. 02:51Build Quality & Feel
  4. 03:51Technical Specifications
  5. 04:55Barrel & Twist Rate
  6. 05:35Action, Rail & Optics
  7. 06:12Bolt, Magazine & Trigger
  8. 07:25Stock Features
  9. 08:42Safety & Pricing
  10. 09:55Ammunition Selection
  11. 11:08Range Testing & Accuracy
  12. 14:44Final Thoughts & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key technical specifications of the Tikka T3 Super Varmint in .223 Remington?

The Tikka T3 Super Varmint features a 20-inch stainless steel barrel with a 1-in-8 twist rate, an adjustable single-stage trigger (1-2 kg), a 6-round capacity magazine, and weighs approximately 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) without optics. Its overall length is 102 cm (40 inches).

How accurate is the Tikka T3 Super Varmint, and what ammunition performed best?

During testing at 100 yards, the rifle demonstrated impressive accuracy. The Hornady 55gr V-MAX ammunition yielded the best result with a 0.5-inch 5-shot group, while OSA 55gr GameKing also performed well at 0.7 inches.

What is the recommended twist rate for the Tikka T3 Super Varmint's barrel, and why?

The rifle has a 1-in-8 twist rate, which the reviewer prefers for its ability to effectively stabilize heavier .223 Remington projectiles, typically in the 62-64 grain range, leading to better accuracy.

What are the notable features of the Tikka T3 Super Varmint's stock and safety?

It includes a synthetic stock with an adjustable cheek piece and checkered grips, plus a flat fore-end ideal for bench shooting. The safety is a two-stage mechanism that locks both the trigger and the bolt.

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