Beginner Rifle Setup... Tikka T3x Lite Roughtech .300 WM w/ Nightforce 4-14x56

[Josh86]

+1 on the limbsaver.

Do you know if the 10826 limbsaver fits the tikka T3X stock? I asked Lim

Problem with the Berger ammo is the 215 Berger ammo is 3.60". Doesn't really fit in a Tikka. The Berger 185 ammo is Saami so you could go that route.

I picked up some Federal Premium 185gr Berger Hybrid hunter to try out. Thanks

 

[Ramtough14]

Yes 10826 is the ticket

 

[Deadly Pursuit]

You have a great setup that should serve you well.

For factory ammo, you should try several boxes to see which one(s) your rifle prefers. Bring your empty magazine to the store and ensure the ammo you want to try fits as you cannot typically return ammo. My T3X in 300 Win Mag shot 180 grain Barnes TTSX fairly well, Hornady Precision Hunter decently, and did amazingly well with Federal Edge TLR. True to my luck the TLR, and its components, then became impossible to find. I ultimately went the hand load route.

Upgrades are a personal thing. Some swear by them and others do just fine without them. I do recommend grabbing a quality bipod. Spend money on ammo and practice often. You do not need to shoot 100s of round per practice (NOT plinking) session. Work your fundamentals as any flaws become more pronounced the further you shoot. You could also look at a shooting class or two.

As far as maximum range, there is a skill component (practice, practice, practice) and an ammunition component. Nosler Accubonds are popular and effective but are not that great for long range. Not adjusting for environmentals and not chronographing it in your rifle, you'd be looking at about 700 yards or so before it dips below 1800 fps.

what route did you go for hand loads?