Accokeek, MD – Tikka, a brand owned by Finnish rifle manufacturer SAKO Ltd. and represented by Beretta USA, is excited to announce its title sponsorship of the 2026 NRL22 season, supporting grassroots precision rimfire shooting across the country.

As the Title Sponsor, Tikka will play a leading role in elevating the 2026 NRL22 season, which officially kicks off May 1, 2025, and runs through April 30, 2026. The season will culminate with the highly anticipated 2026 NRL22 National Championship in June. To support the league’s monthly recognition efforts, Tikka is contributing twelve rifles, one for each monthly NRL22 Awards & Recognition Show. There will be a mix of Tikka T1x ACE Target rifles and Tikka T1x UPR . In addition, Tikka will also support the 2026 NRL22 Championship prize table, featuring a mix of T1x Ace Target and T1x UPR models.

"We’re proud to support the NRL22 and its mission to make precision shooting more accessible to enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels,” said Sami Arhomaa, VP Business Development of SAKO in the USA. “The Tikka T1x line, like its acclaimed centerfire family of Tikka T3x products, is designed for accuracy, reliability, and performance, qualities that align perfectly with the goals of the league and its passionate shooting community.”

Tikka T1x ACE Target was designed with a passion for precision. Ergonomic designs ensure comfort, while durable construction guarantees reliability in any condition.

·Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel

·½” x 28 UNEF Threaded Barrel with Thread Protector

·Available in .22lr as well as .17 HMR

·45 Degree Bolt Throw

·Fully Adjustable Rear Stock

·Adjustable, Ambidextrous Thumb rest

·Standard AR Compatible Grip Interface

·20 MOA Picatinny and Arca-Swiss RRS® Rail

·10 Round Magazine

The partnership underscores Tikka’s commitment to supporting the growth of rimfire competition in the United States and connecting with a new generation of marksmen. To find a Tikka rifle near you, search our dealer locator.

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About Beretta

Established in 1526, Beretta is the world’s longest-standing industrial dynasty, with a legacy spanning 16 generations of continuous family ownership. For nearly 500 years, firearms bearing the Beretta name have been trusted and used around the world. Beretta USA Corp. was established in 1977 and quickly became the provider of the most widely deployed sidearm in the U.S. Armed Forces. Today, Beretta USA is part of Beretta Holding Group, which includes over 50 global subsidiaries and 20 renowned brands. Beretta manufactures, distributes, and markets a complete range of firearms, accessories, and apparel. The company also owns and operates six Beretta Gallery retail stores worldwide.

For more information, visit www.Beretta.com.

About Sako
Established in 1921, SAKO Ltd. has an eventful history. SAKO was first created to refurbish and service firearms for the Civil Guard in Finland. The workshop was initially called Suojeluskuntain Ase- ja Konepaja Osakeyhtiö (Civil Guard Firearm and Engineering Co Ltd) and in 1927 became a limited company with its name abbreviated to the acronym, SAKO. The company has played a key role in Finland’s defense and has been a trusted supplier to hundreds of defense departments around the world. For 100 years, SAKO has developed world-class military, target, and hunting rifles, as well as cartridges. Our reputation, high-quality products, and credibility are rooted in the unique skills of our employees and in their professional pride. Over a period of 100 years, the company has grown by focusing on internationalization, the excellence of its products, honoring its dedicated craftsmen and personnel, and providing innovative solutions for the needs of its customers. In 2000, SAKO joined Beretta Group, a company with unique firearms traditions reaching all the way back to 1526. This cooperation provides SAKO with the unique capability to offer comprehensive, all-encompassing solutions and systems for our customers. Now, SAKO looks ahead more confidently than ever. We proudly carry on the rifle manufacturing knowledge and skills, with the utmost respect towards the surrounding nature.