The Proof Research 6.5 Creedmoor carbon fiber pre-fit barrel for the Tikka T3x (brand part number 115145) is a 22-inch Sendero-contour barrel machined to the T3x barrel nut pattern for a straightforward drop-in upgrade. It is wrapped from aerospace-grade carbon fiber over a 416R stainless steel liner, cutting weight by as much as 64 percent versus a comparable steel barrel. Pairing 6.5 Creedmoor’s flat trajectory and manageable recoil with the Tikka T3x’s out-of-the-box accuracy reputation makes this pre-fit a popular long-range and hunting combination, and the carbon-fiber build keeps the completed rifle noticeably lighter to carry.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, a flat-shooting long-range caliber with manageable recoil.
• Barrel length measures 22 inches, giving 6.5 Creedmoor loads solid velocity while staying easy to carry.
• Rate of twist is 1:8, the standard stabilizing rate for 6.5 Creedmoor bullet weights.
• Muzzle is threaded 5/8-24, ready for a muzzle brake or suppressor without additional gunsmithing.
• Contour is the full-weight Sendero profile, favoring rigidity for consistent accuracy.
• Machined as a pre-fit specifically for the Tikka T3x barrel nut pattern, simplifying installation.
• Finished weight comes in around 2 pounds 12 ounces, notably lighter than the factory steel barrel.
• Construction pairs a 416R stainless steel liner with a carbon-fiber wrap for faster heat dissipation.
• Weight savings run up to 64 percent lighter than a comparable steel barrel of the same contour and length.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this barrel fit my Tikka T3x without gunsmithing? It is machined specifically to the Tikka T3x barrel nut pattern, so a gunsmith only needs to headspace and torque it rather than perform a full custom chambering job.

Why pair 6.5 Creedmoor with a Tikka T3x? The T3x’s out-of-the-box accuracy combined with 6.5 Creedmoor’s flat trajectory and mild recoil makes for a popular, easy-shooting long-range hunting and precision setup.

Does this barrel come threaded? Yes, it ships threaded 5/8-24 and ready for a muzzle brake or suppressor.

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