The Tikka T3x Lite is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .223 Remington with a 16-inch matte blued threaded barrel. It has a fixed black synthetic stock and a drilled and tapped steel receiver. The rifle ships right-hand and accepts a 3-round magazine. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Tikka 
• Model: T3x Lite 
• Caliber: .223 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 16" 
• Capacity: 3+1 
• Color/Finish: Matte Blued / Black Synthetic 
   

Detailed Features 

• 16-inch threaded barrel with 5/8x24 thread pitch 
• Matte blued finish on barrel and drilled and tapped steel receiver 
• Fixed black synthetic stock 
• Single stage adjustable trigger 
• Right-hand configuration

Owners of the T3x Lite in .223 Remington consistently point to the bolt's smoothness as a standout characteristic. The action cycles cleanly and locks up with little slop, which matters for a rifle in this class. Some buyers note that the synthetic stock feels lighter than expected, which is either a plus or a minus depending on use.

The 16-inch threaded barrel draws mixed reactions. Hunters and target shooters who want to run a suppressor appreciate having threads already cut, but others feel the shorter barrel trades some velocity compared to longer options in the same caliber. The matte blued finish holds up well in field conditions according to most owners.

Value is where opinions tend to converge. The T3x Lite is generally seen as a practical, no-frills bolt gun that does its job without excess weight or cost. The trigger gets positive marks for a production rifle, though a small number of owners upgrade it anyway. Magazine capacity at 3 rounds is the most common gripe.