Thread: Short Barrel Tikka T3 Help/Advice

Hey guys!

I’m new to the page, but love your content. I have some questions in regards to building a short barrel hunting rifle and figured I’d better ask the pros since the bushpig style rifle is common in your area (I live in Montana, USA). I have a Tikka T3 in 25-06 that will be the donor action. I’m looking to have around an 18” barrel to stay compact while running a suppressor. I ordered an MDT LSS-XL chassis with folding stock. As for caliber, I’m leaning toward 284 Win pushing a 168VLD or 175EH Berger with a 1:8.5” twist. I would like to maintain 1500ft-lbs of energy out to approx 500 yards and 1200ft-lbs energy out to 800 yards.

Before I order the barrel and reamer, I was going to see if anyone had any data on this setup or something similar and if there is any recommendations or changes I should make before I begin this process. This is my first short(ish) barrel rifle, any help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance!