Factory Ammo for Tikka T3x 270win

[wulff]

I've just started learning to shoot. I have fired about 100 rounds so far. Most shot from the prone position or sitting at a range bench.

Shooting at 100 yards, I'm able to get a group of two once in a while. What's the best I should expect with cheap factory Ammo? So far I have only tried Federal PowerShok 130 grain (found on sale for $20/box).

I'm 99% sure it's just my lack of shooting skill, but I need some reassurance. Should I try some other ammo?

Thanks!

 

[Buckmastr]

Try the Winchester super X 130 gr, or Hornady whitetail 130gr. Both inexpensive, good velocity and accurate ime.

20$ per box is firesale. Buy it all.

 

[guntech]

That cheap old Federal ammo shoots about 3/4 inch and sometimes less in my factory X-Bolt.

 

[PWear 57]

Smallest groups out of my nephews 270 Vanguard was with Federal Power Point 130gn. They were the smallest of both rifles.
Smallest, most consistent out of my Tikka was with Hornady American Whitetail 130gn. and I shot Hornady Superformance 130gn SST out to 1000 meters. I am not a fan of SST's. All shot well under 1 moa
A decent hunting bullet that gave pretty good accuracy and consistency in my rifle was also Federal Fusion 150gn
Group #1 - 3 shots .862 moa
Group #2 - 3 shots .880 moa
Group #3 - 5 shots .982 moa

 

[wulff]

Thanks for the feedback guys. Guess I need to spend some more time at the range.

Eventually I'll try some other ammo to see if that helps too.

 

[todigy]

My old 270 win tikka t3 lite was sub moa with with 150 grain powershocks. Sounds like you need a bench, bags and some practice.

 

[Ltbull01]

I found my Tikka T3 270 really liked Rem 130gr CoreLokt. Not a great long range bullet due to low BC. Not the best bullet IMO but suitable for deer.

 

[heliace]

I found my Tikka T3 270 really liked Rem 130gr CoreLokt. Not a great long range bullet either due to low BC. Not the best bullet IMO but suitable for deer.

My buddy swears by Rem 130 CoreLokt in his Tikka 270 as well.

 

[Jgoulin]

What is your trigger pull set at? Lightening the poundage can help keep you on center.

 

[thatmikeguy]

I've never had a 270 but my Tikka 243 shot sub moa with Federal Fusions.

 

[zxexn]

Go with 130gr anything for the 270. I used to be able to do .75 moa quite easily with my friends t3 using standard factory ammo. Just make sure you are holding your point of aim over a very small target (a cross in the lines). Avoid using the bulleyes as those usually tend to be quite big.

 

[todbartell]

The rifle will be capable of consistent sub 2" accuracy with most any ammo. The rest is up to you