Longer distance rifle question

[chris_w]

[diver160651]

Longer distance rifle question

I don't know what your idea of long distance is, but your 20" 6.5 can produce enough velocity to work in the 1k range on steel targets the guns you are considering, are marketed towards. You may need to hand load to gain velocity, but it can work well. Sense you looking at guns design long range practical or positional shooting, I'll assume your intended use.

I am seeing a lot of Tikka TACs and CTRs starting to show up with guys interested in practical precision long range shooting or positional shooting like seen at NRL or PRS type environments. I have to say that they seem to really shoot. I shot a couple and it isn't the gun that is going to miss. The biggest difference is your CTRs stock VRS the TAC; Is that it may have fitting issues that you might or might not be able to adjust out and optional attachments are harder to mount.

The main difference is going to be the adjustably of the TAC chassis. I would consider all the chassis/stock options for your CTR and later a custom barrel, before buying nearly the same gun in the TAC A1. Or just jump to the MPA "if" that MPA chassis is really what you want and you want a custom barrel. There are a lot of other stocks and chassis to choose from with your Tikka.

The biggest difference in the MPA and the TAC A1, is with the MPA (and most other stock/chassis upgrade options) that you'll get out of those crappy Tikka mags, have a chassis that is set up to accept some of the devices positional shooters are using like RRS tripods and sliding bipods and have of course a custom for bragging rights.

It might be worth noting that the Tikkas I have seen recently, seem to group really well but don't have the mv that I'd imagine they should. So generally the top end custom barrels are faster than what I saw from the last several TACs.

[sigstroker]

Are you going to compete in PRS or something like it? The MPA chassis is the number one choice in that game right now. It has the ARCA rail underneath and MPA makes a lot of gadgets aimed toward that competition, as you can see from their website.

I've fondled both as well, and my enthusiasm for the Tikka waned after playing with the MPA. A lot of that had to do with the Curtis Custom Axiom action. What action was on the MPA you looked at?

I will say for casual range shooting limited to 1000 yards or so, not to mention saving a lot of money, the Tikka would be tempting. The MPA is a heavy beast, and just hauling it around takes away some of the fun.

[longrange1]

[sigstroker]

Tikka is a 70 degree action, not a 90.

[longrange1]

[sigstroker]

Someone has to read a book now and then, to keep the record straight.

[longrange1]

[smoothy8500]

Oh dear...

[Meety Peety]

All of the MPA rifles are built on Curtis Customs with Spencer barrels. They shoot well, but are not really comparable to an off the shelf Tikka. It's apples and oranges. Also, something to look out for, a lot of the MPAs I have seen sitting on store shelves were configured with the standard BA chassis on them instead of the comp. Must be a better price point for sales or something. IMO the magwell cut on the comp chassis is worth it and any cost difference between the two will more or less be absorbed by replacing the monopod with the bag rider if you opt for the BA chassis.

[diver160651]

Longer distance rifle question

All of the MPA rifles are built on Curtis Customs with Spencer barrels. They shoot well, but are not really comparable to an off the shelf Tikka. It's apples and oranges. Also, something to look out for, a lot of the MPAs I have seen sitting on store shelves were configured with the standard BA chassis on them instead of the comp. Must be a better price point for sales or something. IMO the magwell cut on the comp chassis is worth it and any cost difference between the two will more or less be absorbed by replacing the monopod with the bag rider if you opt for the BA chassis.

[chris_w]

Thanks for all the great advice everyone. I should have given more details in my original post. I have the Tikka and have built around it with a MDT HS3 chassis, Magpul PRS 3 stock, bipod and good glass - it’s been a great learning experience. I’m confident out to 500+ yards and the PRS bug has hit me. I’d like to progress further in this shooting discipline and maybe compete locally. I know, I can continue to learn and work on stretching distance with my current setup but curious if making the jump to another platform will help. Plus - I guess I’m itching to hone my skills on something new. I will need to confirm the action but believe it was a Curtis.

[diver160651]

Even a stronger case NOT go to the TAC.

Have you practiced on obstacles? PM me if your in norcal


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[BarrettM99]

You should take some courses on long range shooting. It’ll hone your skills and build on the knowledge you already have.

I’ve trained with and highly recommend Uncle Scotty (Reitz)with ITTS. He is an incredible instructor.

[chris_w]

Thanks again for the advice. I’m located in SoCal and very interested in joining a local club or taking classes. If anyone can recommend either in my general vicinity it would be greatly appreciated

Thanks