Data Quality86%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the bolt-action rifles category.
01 / Overview
Tikka T3
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES · POST-COLD WAR
4
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
97
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the bolt-action rifles category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General7MOD.7
- First Production Year2003
- Service Entry Year2006
- DesignerSako
- Weight (Empty)2.7 kg
- Weight (Loaded)5.1 kg
- Currently In ServiceYes
- Notable UsersCanadian Rangers, French National Police, French National Gendarmerie, Indian Navy MARCOS, Territorial Defense Forces (Ukraine), Essex Police, Stillwater Oklahoma Special Operations Team
◈Cartridge & Calibre7MOD.7
- Cartridge.204 Ruger, .222 Remington, .223 Remington, .22-250 Remington, .243 Winchester, .25-06 Remington, .260 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5×55mm, 6.5 PRC, .270 Winchester, .270 Winchester Short Magnum, 7mm-08 Remington, 7×64mm, 7mm Remington Magnum, .308 Winchester/7.62×51mm NATO, .30-06 Springfield, .300 Winchester Short Magnum, .300 Winchester Magnum, 8×57 IS, .338 Federal, .338 Winchester Magnum, 9.3×62mm
- Calibre7.62 mm
- Case Length51 mm
- Calibre Classrifle
- Bullet Weight147 g
- RimfireNo
- Caseless AmmunitionNo
▣Operation8MOD.8
- Action TypeBolt Action
- Fire Modessingle-shot
- Select FireNo
- Feed SystemDetachable Magazine
- Magazine Capacity10
- Practical Rate of Fire30
- Trigger Typetwo-stage
- Safety Typethree-position
◇Ballistics4MOD.4
- Muzzle Velocity790 m/s
- Effective Range (point)600 m
- Maximum Range600 m
- Sighting Range600 m
◆Barrel & Sights5MOD.5
- Barrel Length510 mm
- Sight TypeOpen or aperture; day or night optics
- Optic RailYes
- Iron SightsYes
- Threaded BarrelYes
▤Construction6MOD.6
- Receiver Materialstainless steel
- Furniture Materiallaminated plywood
- Folding / Collapsing StockYes
- Bullpup LayoutNo
- Ambidextrous ControlsNo
- Modularitymultiple configurations
⬢Features3MOD.3
▲Production & Cost2MOD.2
- Production Start2003
- Variants4
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2003Production started
23
years in service
19
units produced
6
countries operating
04 / Operators
Operator Countries6country
05 / MASS Score
BOLT-ACTION RIFLES RANKING Bolt-Action Rifles · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
7BOLT-ACTION RIFLES4POST-COLD WAR · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES3FINLAND · ALL WEAPONS8PERFORMANCE/PRICE · BOLT-ACTION RIFLES
ⓘ Rankings are within theBolt-Action Riflescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE7terms
A bolt action is a type of firearm action that requires the user to manually cycle the bolt to load and eject cartridges. It is uncommon in pistols.
A firearm feed system where ammunition is stored in a separate container (magazine) that can be removed and replaced, enabling rapid reloading.
A firearm stock that can be folded or collapsed to reduce overall length for storage or transport.
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
A mounting system for attaching optical sights to rifles.
A pistol barrel with external helical grooves allowing the attachment of a suppressor or other muzzle devices.
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