The Tikka T3x Lite chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO (Tikka part no. JRTXE31216MT) is trimmed down to a compact 16-inch barrel, making it one of the shortest, easiest-to-maneuver bolt guns in the lineup at just 34 inches overall. The barrel is threaded 5/8×24 and rifled at a 1-in-8 twist to stabilize standard .223 bullet weights, and a 3-round detachable magazine keeps the action fed for varmint work or a compact truck gun. A blued metal finish and black synthetic stock with a factory recoil pad keep the rifle field-ready, and the receiver ships with no sights installed. This Tikka suits shooters who want the T3x action’s accuracy in the shortest, handiest package available.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, a low-recoil, widely available cartridge ideal for varmint control.
• Fitted with a compact 16-inch barrel, threaded 5/8×24 for a suppressor or muzzle device.
• Rifled at a 1-in-8 twist, matched to standard .223 bullet weights.
• Finished in blued steel for a durable, classic look.
• Wears a black synthetic stock built for field use in any weather.
• Holds 3 rounds in a detachable magazine.
• Ships with no sights installed, leaving the receiver ready for an optic.
• Fitted with a recoil pad to soften felt recoil at the shoulder.
• Weighs 6.75 pounds, keeping the compact build easy to carry.
• Measures just 34 inches overall, among the shortest bolt guns in the lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, it ships threaded 5/8×24 for a suppressor or muzzle device.

How compact is this rifle? At 34 inches overall with a 16-inch barrel, it is one of the shorter bolt guns in the lineup, easy to maneuver in tight cover.

How many rounds does the magazine hold? The detachable magazine holds 3 rounds.

Buy the Tikka T3x Lite .223 Remington Threaded Compact Bolt-Action Rifle

A genuinely compact, threaded .223 with T3x accuracy is hard to beat as a truck gun or varmint rifle. Order it from our bolt-action rifle lineup as soon as it’s ready to ship, insured, to your FFL.