Finnish Tikka T3 Lite .223 Rem. 22.4″ Left-Handed Stainless Bolt Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,111.00
LSB: LSB260611JS119
Make: Tikka
Model: T3 Lite
Serial Number: C28026 (serial matching bolt)
Year of Manufacture: 2010 / ATF Classification: Modern
Caliber/Gauge: .223 Remington
Action Type: Bolt action, push feed, detachable magazine, left-handed
Barrel Length: 22.4″
Sights/Optics: There are no iron sights. A Nikon ProStaff 3-9x50mm scope is mounted atop the receiver. The duplex reticle is clear and the scope rates in Very Good condition.
Grip/Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece synthetic. It has a semi-pistol grip, straight comb, and a smooth synthetic buttpad. The LOP measures 13.75″ from the front of the trigger to the rear of the buttpad. There is only faint handling wear present on the stock. There are no chips or cracks. The furniture rates in Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp with stubborn fouling. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This firearm retains about 99% of its metal finish. There are no visible blemishes present. There is minimal operational wear visible. The markings are clear and complete. Overall, this firearm rates in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this firearm. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Scope
Our Assessment: The Tikka T3 was introduced in 2003 as a modern Finnish sporting rifle built by Sako at Riihimaki, combining a smooth push-feed action, detachable magazine, lightweight construction, and a reputation for excellent out-of-the-box accuracy. The Lite configuration became particularly popular as a hunting rifle because of its synthetic stock and relatively low overall weight, while stainless variants offered greater resistance to harsh weather. This left-handed example, serial number C28026 with matching bolt, is chambered in .223 Remington, a versatile small-caliber cartridge introduced commercially in the 1960s that became enormously popular for varmint hunting, target shooting, and general sporting use. The rifle is fitted with a Nikon ProStaff 3-9x50mm scope.
This rifle retains about 99% of its original stainless finish, with no visible blemishes and only minimal operational wear. The one-piece synthetic stock remains in Fine condition with only faint handling wear and no chips or cracks. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and stubborn fouling, with no erosion, rating 9/10. The Nikon ProStaff scope has a clear duplex reticle and rates in Very Good condition. The serial-matching bolt remains with the rifle, the markings are clear and complete, and the action functions correctly. Overall, this left-handed Tikka T3 Lite rates in Excellent condition. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the condition and good luck with your bids!
-CR