Tikka roughtech ranch?

[thinhorn_AK]

Good looking rifle. Wish it was ss!

For real.

 

[thinhorn_AK]

Considering it will be paired with an Ultra 7 and also used by a youth hunter is the form factor much different in feel and balance from say a t3x compact or standard for that matter? I was set on the compact and getting it cut & threaded but after seeing this rancher model the LOP from the factory stock could be simpler to adjust for him and 5/8 is easier with the CB since the 1/2’s are hardly ever in stock. For some background I’ve never shot a tikka so I figured a RSS is where to start but it needs to be youth compatible. Love to get your thoughts once you’ve had a chance to send some rounds down range.

I have the same thoughts regarding this new ranch rifle vs. a compact and getting it threaded.

I’m thinking I’ll buy the ranch rifle and just pick up a used compact stock so my wife can shoot it, then I can throw the other stock on if I ever want to start using it. Sort of an easy bc voice for me since I already have a well used compact stock. I like that it comes threaded so I don’t need to send it in. That always costs more than it should when o have to ship a barreled action out of Alaska in a non standard box.

 

[Antares]

They’re getting closer, but I want a factory, threaded, 16” or 18” SS barrel in a sporter contour, not the D18.

 

[AZ_Hunter]

They’re getting closer, but I want a factory, threaded, 16” or 18” SS barrel in a sporter contour, not the D18.

Just get a super light and chop it.

 

[Antares]

Just get a super light and chop it.

I have 4 chopped Tikkas. I’m talking about what factory offerings I would like to see.

 

[JDMBEND]

Just get a super light and chop it.

Possible to thread the fluted barrel? No problem suppressed at 16”?

 

[AZ_Hunter]

Possible to thread the fluted barrel? No problem suppressed at 16”?

Yes. Tons of Roksliders have done it, so I did it too… no issue doing 1/2x28 on the 6.5cm pictured. I just got it back from the smith yesterday. The bolt is still at Kampfield for fluting. The rifle will be put into a Peak 44 stock for a light weight, “walking” rifle.

 

[wesfromky]

6.5cm CTR with 20" barrel with OCL .30 cal Hydrogen L
Roughtech ranch in .350L with OCL lithium (have a 8.6 Hydrogen S in jail for this one)
Roughtech ranch in .223 with OCL 6.5 cal Hydrogen S
T1x in .22lr with DA mask.

 

[Subs]

@teamsprock or @wesfromky, is the pick rail integrated or can it be removed?

 

[wind gypsy]

Considering it will be paired with an Ultra 7 and also used by a youth hunter is the form factor much different in feel and balance from say a t3x compact or standard for that matter? I was set on the compact and getting it cut & threaded but after seeing this rancher model the LOP from the factory stock could be simpler to adjust for him and 5/8 is easier with the CB since the 1/2’s are hardly ever in stock. For some background I’ve never shot a tikka so I figured a RSS is where to start but it needs to be youth compatible. Love to get your thoughts once you’ve had a chance to send some rounds down range.

Last I priced out a 223 T3x compact from online sources I could get one for $650ish. I’d just go that route and have it shipped directly to adco or similar to have them thread 5/8 w a shoulder, then ship to your ffl.

 

[wesfromky]

@teamsprock or @wesfromky, is the pick rail integrated or can it be removed?

I looks just like the standard rail that can be removed.

 

[Subs]

I looks just like the standard rail that can be removed.

Thanks! I'm a fan of the Tally Lightweights and would like to use them on this gun.

 

[tikkashooter88]

Hopefully picking my 223 up from the FFL tonight!

 

[teamsprock]

@teamsprock or @wesfromky, is the pick rail integrated or can it be removed?

Yes, it can be removed.

 

[bullmtn]

Took my Roughtech Ranch out this weekend, I bought this as a trainer rifle and boy do I need training . Gun shoots well, really enjoying it. Amazing how easy rounds go down the tube of a 223 compared to my normal hunting rifle. Nice setup out of the gate.

 

[Formidilosus]

Thanks! I'm a fan of the Tally Lightweights and would like to use them on this gun.

The pic rail is glued on and very secure. It is a good mounting platform.

Tally LW are a compromised system.

 

[Subs]

The pic rail is glued on and very secure. It is a good mounting platform.

Tally LW are a compromised system.

Thanks for the info. I don't want to hijack the thread but I'm curious about why the Talleys are a compromised system. I've use them with success in the past and always figured since they get the scope low to the barrel and remove a set of hardware and point of possible articulation, they were a good solution.

 

[tikkashooter88]

Got mine in 223 put together this weekend. Gonna be a great do all rifle. Hunting, trainer, kids, short distance PRS style matches...

 

[wind gypsy]

Thanks for the info. I don't want to hijack the thread but I'm curious about why the Talleys are a compromised system. I've use them with success in the past and always figured since they get the scope low to the barrel and remove a set of hardware and point of possible articulation, they were a good solution.

This thread should cover it.

Are Talley rings a reliable choice?

I just upgraded the scope on 300wsm from Vx5hd to a maven rs1.2. I currently have Talley rings I’ve been using. And want to keep using them. But I want to make 100% sure they are as reliable as the rs1.2 that im mounting with them. I d not want any questions on reliability when it come To this...

rokslide.com

Hawkins makes talley style rings that aren't as prone to crack. Otherwise search this forum for sportsmatch or UM tikka rings that utilize the existing integrated tikka receiver dovetail and recoil pins. That is the best mousetrap for a hunting tikka IMO. Sportsmatch will be cheaper and lighter than the UM rings if that is a concern. The UM rings are a little more refined and come with more options for recoil pins.

 

[Formidilosus]

Thanks for the info. I don't want to hijack the thread but I'm curious about why the Talleys are a compromised system. I've use them with success in the past and always figured since they get the scope low to the barrel and remove a set of hardware and point of possible articulation, they were a good solution.

@wind gypsy covered it pretty well above. I would read that thread.

The tikka has an integral rail- use it. The caveat is that tikka bins the pic rail onto the receiver, and it is solid as can be. If you want to use pic rings, the provided rail is extremely low in height and is an excellent choice.