Tikka T3x Ace Target vs T3x TAC A1 - Both in .308?

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Hey everyone,I'm looking at two Tikka rifles and could use some advice from anyone who has experience with either. I'm specifically interested in .308 Winchester for both:Tikka T3x Ace Target in .308
Tikka T3x TAC A1 in .308
The full tactical chassis system with modular design seems like a solid choice for precision work.
I'm planning to use whichever I choose for:
Long-range precision shooting (600-1000 yards)
Possibly some local precision rifle matches
General range work and skill development.

For those who have shot either in .308:
How do they compare for accuracy potential?Which stock/chassis system do you prefer for extended shooting sessions? Any significant differences in build quality or reliability? Is one notably better for competition use? I like that both are Tikka products so the quality should be consistent, but I'm curious about the practical differences between the two platforms when chambered in the same caliber. Any insights or personal experiences would be really helpful. Also open to hearing if there are other .308 options I should be considering in a similar price range.Thanks in advance!
 
ftr308 said:
Hey everyone,I'm looking at two Tikka rifles and could use some advice from anyone who has experience with either. I'm specifically interested in .308 Winchester for both:Tikka T3x Ace Target in .308
Tikka T3x TAC A1 in .308
The full tactical chassis system with modular design seems like a solid choice for precision work.
I'm planning to use whichever I choose for:
Long-range precision shooting (600-1000 yards)
Possibly some local precision rifle matches
General range work and skill development.

For those who have shot either in .308:
How do they compare for accuracy potential?Which stock/chassis system do you prefer for extended shooting sessions? Any significant differences in build quality or reliability? Is one notably better for competition use? I like that both are Tikka products so the quality should be consistent, but I'm curious about the practical differences between the two platforms when chambered in the same caliber. Any insights or personal experiences would be really helpful. Also open to hearing if there are other .308 options I should be considering in a similar price range.Thanks in advance!
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Are you shooting irons or scope?
 
ftr308 said:
Hey everyone,I'm looking at two Tikka rifles and could use some advice from anyone who has experience with either. I'm specifically interested in .308 Winchester for both:Tikka T3x Ace Target in .308
Tikka T3x TAC A1 in .308
The full tactical chassis system with modular design seems like a solid choice for precision work.
I'm planning to use whichever I choose for:
Long-range precision shooting (600-1000 yards)
Possibly some local precision rifle matches
General range work and skill development.

For those who have shot either in .308:
How do they compare for accuracy potential?Which stock/chassis system do you prefer for extended shooting sessions? Any significant differences in build quality or reliability? Is one notably better for competition use? I like that both are Tikka products so the quality should be consistent, but I'm curious about the practical differences between the two platforms when chambered in the same caliber. Any insights or personal experiences would be really helpful. Also open to hearing if there are other .308 options I should be considering in a similar price range.Thanks in advance!
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I have a tikka t3x varmint in 308 and with hand loads easily 0.5 moa . I know it’s not the exact model but every tikka I have shot has been a tack driver
 
You could also look at a T3X Varmint and put it in the chassis of your choice. Personally I think the TAC is overpriced for what is essentially a CTR with a 2 stage trigger in a factory chassis. I ended up buying a CTR and putting it in a MDT chassis for much less than the TAC.

My pick of the 2 you mentioned would be the Ace Target.
 
I love my roughtech, but the medium profile barrel gets screaming hot after 10+ rds. I'm looking for a match specific riffle amd keep the roughtech for hunting.
 
AB.boy said:
You could also look at a T3X Varmint and put it in the chassis of your choice. Personally I think the TAC is overpriced for what is essentially a CTR with a 2 stage trigger in a factory chassis. I ended up buying a CTR and putting it in a MDT chassis for much less than the TAC.

My pick of the 2 you mentioned would be the Ace Target.
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Do you find the ctr barrel gets super hot at the range?
 
Honestly I don't let it get super hot, but it does get warm. I think both the ace and varmint have slightly heavier barrels than the CTR and might be better suited for your application.
 
AB.boy said:
You could also look at a T3X Varmint and put it in the chassis of your choice. Personally I think the TAC is overpriced for what is essentially a CTR with a 2 stage trigger in a factory chassis. I ended up buying a CTR and putting it in a MDT chassis for much less than the TAC.

My pick of the 2 you mentioned would be the Ace Target.
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This is exactly what I did
 
I have a tac a1 in 223. I’ve shot some ftr with it, but it’s nowhere near accurate enough to do well with. The 308 has a 1-10” so you should be able to run some fairly heavy bullets, but you’ll give up some speed with the 23.7” barrel. The other problem I had was a rear bag rider. I had to fab up a bubba rider at work. It’ll work to get you started, but you’ll be moving to something else before long. I’m happy with mine, but I wouldn’t purchase it to shoot ftr, I think there’s better bang for your buck for the $3000. I bought mine to try prs and now we shoot more f class than prs, but enjoy both.
 
I have the Tikka ace target in 6.5cm and so far it has been a great rifle. Now it is accurate 12" plate at 1000m, but it is not F-class 1000yd accurate.
My thought was, at $2300 I could wear out the stock barrel working on shooting long distance, spend $1200 getting a high quality barrel spun on and still be way cheaper than building a custom gun.
 
mojoman said:
I have the Tikka ace target in 6.5cm and so far it has been a great rifle. Now it is accurate 12" plate at 1000m, but it is not F-class 1000yd accurate.
My thought was, at $2300 I could wear out the stock barrel working on shooting long distance, spend $1200 getting a high quality barrel spun on and still be way cheaper than building a custom gun.
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