The RedSnake nEXTgen Short Action AICS Bottom Metal is a patented, precision-machined bottom metal system designed specifically for Tikka T3 / T3x short action rifles. Engineered around the 3.055" AICS magazine platform, it converts the Tikka to a robust detachable box magazine system while preserving the fit, handling, and clean geometry of the rifle.

Choose between two magazine release configurations:

• Hunter — Low-profile configuration with a recessed magazine release lever integrated into the trigger guard for secure retention and a clean, streamlined profile.
• Tactical — Exposed, paddle-style magazine release lever for faster, more accessible magazine changes.

Both configurations share the same RedSnake long-action geometry and are compatible with 3.055" AICS-pattern short action magazines, including the soon to be released RedSnake Low Profile Short Action AICS Magazines.

Key Features

- Designed specifically for Tikka T3 / T3x short action rifles
- Compatible with 3.055" AICS-pattern short action magazines
- Available in Hunter and Tactical magazine release configurations
- No modification to the action or feed ramps required
- Precision CNC machined from 6061 aluminum
- MIL-SPEC Type III hardcoat anodized matte black
- Approximate weight: 3.25 oz
- Patented RedSnake geometry

Stock Compatibility

The RedSnake nEXTgen Short Action AICS Bottom Metal shares the same external footprint as factory Tikka T3x bottom metal.

McMillan Stocks and Manners Composite Stocks offer select stock models with a dedicated RedSnake bottom metal inlet for drop-in installation. The dedicated RedSnake inlet is also compatible with factory T3x bottom metal.

Factory T3x stocks and some aftermarket stocks may require minor internal modification in the magazine well area to accommodate AICS magazine dimensions.

The RedSnake nEXTgen Short Action AICS System is designed to remove the magazine-length limitations traditionally associated with the Tikka platform.

What's Included

- RedSnake nEXTgen Short Action AICS Bottom Metal
- Selected Hunter or Tactical configuration

Magazine and action screws sold separately.

Not compatible with factory Tikka magazines.