Thread: Tikka 284 or 280ai

what's your intended use for 284 or 280AI ? If you want a mix of bush hunting and tops, then the 284 is the better choice becos you can get away with shorter barrel. 18 - 20 in or less if you wish to sacrifice some speed/range. If you want max fps and mostly open tops then the 280AI is going to have the edge but you'll need a min bbl length of 24in. Some would say longer. Personally I stuck with 24in. Have you thought about Model7 7mm SAUM ? same or better speed as the 280AI and a short action and out of 22in bbl ...NICE !