Firearms from Finland

The Sako L61R Finnbear is a bolt-action rifle produced by Sako of Finland. It features a large Mauser-type action designed for magnum and standard rifle cartridges. The rifle uses a controlled feed mechanism with a claw extractor. It was available in calibers from .243 Winchester to .375 H and H Magnum. The Finnbear is known for its exceptional accuracy and beautiful Finnish birch stocks.

The Sako 85 is a premium bolt-action hunting rifle known for superb craftsmanship, accuracy, and smooth bolt operation.

The Tikka T3x is a premium bolt-action rifle favored for its out-of-the-box accuracy, smooth action, and robust construction.

The Sako AV (Aktiv Magnum) is a high-end bolt-action rifle manufactured by Sako of Finland from 1978 to 1992. It was designed to handle magnum-length cartridges while maintaining Sako's legendary build quality. The AV features a controlled-round feed action with a Sako-style claw extractor. It uses a hinged floorplate magazine and a crisp adjustable trigger. The AV is considered one of the finest production bolt-action rifles ever made.

The Valmet M76 is a Finnish assault rifle designed and manufactured by Valmet. It was a development of the earlier Valmet M62 and was based on the Kalashnikov action. The M76 features a stamped steel receiver instead of the milled receiver of its predecessor. It was chambered in 7.62x39mm and later 5.56x45mm NATO for export models. The rifle was standard issue for the Finnish Defence Forces through the Cold War. It is known for its high manufacturing quality and accurate cold-hammer forged barrel.

The RK 95 TP is a select-fire assault rifle manufactured by Sako in Finland. It was adopted by the Finnish Defence Forces in 1995 as an upgrade to the earlier Valmet RK 62. The RK 95 is chambered in 7.62x39mm and features a railed receiver cover, a muzzle brake, and telescoping stock. It retains the basic AK-pattern long-stroke gas piston action but with Finnish accuracy improvements. The rifle can be fitted with a scope mount without removing the iron sights.

The Valmet RK 62 is a select-fire assault rifle manufactured by Valmet in Finland. It was adopted by the Finnish Defence Forces in 1962 as the standard infantry rifle. The RK 62 is chambered in 7.62x39mm and is a licensed derivative of the AK-47 design with significant Finnish improvements. It features a tubular stock, a handguard with a distinctive three-slot design, and a rear sight mounted on the dust cover. The rifle is known for its excellent accuracy and durability in Arctic conditions.

The Tikka 558 is a bolt-action rifle manufactured by Tikkakoski (owned by Sako) in Finland. It was introduced in the late 1970s as a mid-priced hunting rifle in the Tikka product line. The 558 featured a two-lug bolt with a 60-degree lift, a free-floated barrel, and an adjustable trigger. The stock was made from European walnut with a satin finish and checkering. The rifle was chambered in popular European and American calibers. The Tikka 558 was known for its smooth action and good accuracy out of the box. It was a reliable workhorse rifle in the Finnish tradition.

The Sako 75 is a premium bolt-action rifle produced by Sako of Finland. It features a three-lug bolt with a 70-degree bolt lift for smooth cycling. The rifle uses a detachable box magazine and an adjustable trigger system. It was produced in multiple action lengths to accommodate a wide range of cartridges. The Sako 75 is known for its exceptional accuracy and high quality finish.

The Tikka 595 is a bolt-action hunting rifle produced by the Finnish company Tikka from 1986 to 1992. It was the successor to the Tikka LSA series and predecessor to the Tikka T3. The 595 features a two-lug bolt with a Sako-style extractor and a smooth action. It has a free-floated barrel and a single-stage trigger adjustable for pull weight. The Tikka 595 was known for excellent accuracy and craftsmanship.

The Tikka M65 is a bolt-action rifle manufactured by Tikka in Finland. It features a two-lug bolt with a Mauser-type controlled feed mechanism. The rifle was available in a wide range of calibers from .17 Remington to .375 H and H Magnum. It was produced in Sporter, Deluxe, and Heavy Barrel configurations. The M65 is known for its accuracy and robust Finnish engineering.

The Tikka T1x is a precision bolt-action rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle. It shares the same action geometry, stock design, and trigger system as the centerfire Tikka T3x platform. This consistency allows shooters to train on the same platform as their full-caliber hunting or competition rifle. The T1x features Tikka's hammer-forged barrel known for exceptional accuracy. It comes with a single-stage adjustable trigger and a synthetic or laminated wood stock.

The Sako Finnfire is a bolt-action rimfire rifle manufactured by Sako of Finland. It was introduced in 1991 as a high-end .22 Long Rifle sporting rifle. The Finnfire features a one-piece stock and a unique five-lug bolt that provides a 60-degree lift. It is known for exceptional accuracy and smooth bolt operation. The rifle was designed for competitive shooting and premium small-game hunting.

The Sako TRG-42 is a Finnish bolt-action precision sniper rifle manufactured by Sako, a member of the Beretta Holding Group. Chambered in .338 Lapua Magnum, it is one of the most accurate and widely adopted military sniper rifles in the world.

The Tikka T3x TAC A1 is a precision bolt-action rifle built on the legendary Tikka T3x action. It is chambered in .308 Winchester, 6.5 Creedmoor, and .300 Winchester Magnum. The rifle features an aluminum chassis stock with an adjustable cheek piece and length of pull. It uses a two-stage trigger out of the box. The TAC A1 was designed for law enforcement and precision competition shooting.

The Sako TRG M10 is a modular bolt-action sniper rifle manufactured by Sako in Finland. It was introduced as the successor to the TRG-22 and TRG-42 series. The M10 features a modular chassis system that allows barrel and caliber changes without tools. It uses a two-lug bolt with three locking lugs and a 60-degree bolt lift. The rifle is available in .308 Winchester, .300 Winchester Magnum, and .338 Lapua Magnum. It is designed for military and law enforcement snipers requiring maximum flexibility and precision.

A precision bolt-action sniper rifle chambered in .308 Winchester. It is part of Sako's TRG series known for extreme accuracy in demanding conditions.

The Suomi KP/-31 is a Finnish submachine gun designed by Aimo Lahti and manufactured by Tikkakoski. It is known for its exceptional reliability in Arctic conditions, outstanding accuracy, and a distinctive 71-round quad-stack drum magazine. The Suomi was considered one of the finest SMGs of World War II due to its heavy weight and sturdy construction.

A Finnish 9mm submachine gun with an unconventional design featuring a delayed-blowback action and a forward offset magazine. It was optimized for one-handed firing.

The Lahti L-35 is a Finnish semi-automatic pistol designed by Aimo Lahti. It served as the standard sidearm of the Finnish Defence Forces from 1935 through the 1980s. The L-35 uses a short-recoil, locked-breech action chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It features a distinctive angled grip and an accelerator mechanism that improved reliability in Arctic conditions. The pistol is famous for its rugged construction and ability to function in extreme cold. It is one of the most distinctive Scandinavian military pistols ever produced.

The Kk 62 is a Finnish general-purpose machine gun chambered in 7.62x39mm, designed and manufactured by Valmet. It uses a unique delayed blowback action with a toggle-lock mechanism similar to the German MG 42. The weapon features a top-feeding non-disintegrating belt system and a quick-change barrel.