The Tikka T3 Lite Compact is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Win with a 20-inch matte blued threaded barrel. The steel receiver is drilled and tapped with a matte blued finish. It has a fixed black synthetic stock in a compact configuration and holds 3 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Tikka 
• Model: T3 Lite Compact 
• Caliber: .308 Win 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3 
• Barrel Length: 20 in 
• Color/Finish: Matte Blued / Black synthetic stock 
   

Detailed Features 

• 20-inch matte blued barrel with 5/8x24 threaded muzzle 
• Drilled and tapped matte blued steel receiver 
• Fixed black synthetic stock 
• Compact configuration 
• 3-round capacity

Owners who choose the T3 Lite Compact in .308 Win typically value the 20-inch barrel for maneuverability in dense terrain or tight hunting positions. The compact configuration comes up consistently in positive feedback from hunters who carry long distances on foot. The synthetic stock handles field conditions without the care wood alternatives require.

The bolt action draws generally positive remarks on smoothness and reliability. The trigger splits opinion as it does across the T3 Lite line. Some find the single-stage pull adequate for hunting use out of the box. Others find it heavier than preferred for precise shots and adjust it shortly after purchase.

The matte blued finish is a point of criticism from some owners, particularly those in wet or humid environments. Corrosion resistance is seen as a step below stainless options, and several owners mention regular maintenance as necessary. Others accept the trade-off for the lower price point compared to stainless variants.