Ithaca LSA 55

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Quick Overview

Manufacturer

Ithaca Gun Company

Origin

United States

Production

1972 - 1985

Calibers

.243 Winchester,.308 Winchester / 7.62x51mm NATO

Overview

The Ithaca LSA 55 is a bolt-action rifle produced by Ithaca Gun Company in the United States, based on the Tikka M55 action imported from Finland. It was introduced in the early 1970s as Ithaca's entry into the premium bolt-action rifle market. The LSA 55 featured a Tikka-made action with a two-lug bolt, a free-floating barrel, and a single-stage trigger. The stock was made from premium American black walnut with cut checkering. The rifle was chambered in popular hunting calibers including .243 Winchester, .270 Winchester, .308 Winchester, and .30-06 Springfield. The LSA 55 was praised for its excellent accuracy and smooth bolt operation.

Calibers & Ammunition

.243 Winchester .308 Winchester / 7.62x51mm NATO

Dimensions

Overall Length

1067 mm

Barrel Length

559 mm

Weight

3.18 kg

Mechanical

Action Type

Bolt-action, two-lug

Trigger Type

Single-stage adjustable

Sights Type

Fixed front and rear open sights

Magazine Capacity

5 rounds

Additional Information

action

Bolt-action

rate Of Fire

Bolt-action

effective Range

500 m

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Tikka 558

Bolt Action Rifles.308 Winchester / 7.62x51mm NATO +1

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.