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There is a reason the Savage Axis line keeps showing up in deer camps across the country. The Axis 2 XP Gen II gives you a complete, ready-to-hunt package built around one of the most capable hunting cartridges going. The 6.5 Creedmoor is flat shooting, easy on the shoulder, and carries plenty of energy for whitetail, mule deer, and antelope well past typical hunting distances. The 22-inch sporter barrel is button rifled with a 1:8 twist, which stabilizes the long, heavy-for-caliber bullets that make the Creedmoor shine.
The biggest upgrade over the original Axis is the AccuTrigger, Savage's user-adjustable trigger that lets you dial the pull weight down to your preference without a trip to a gunsmith. A crisp, light trigger makes a real difference when you are squeezing off a shot at a buck 250 yards out. Savage also uses thread-in headspacing on these barrels, one of the reasons budget-priced Savage rifles have a reputation for shooting above their weight. The Gen II refresh brings a redesigned stock with improved texturing, ambidextrous palm swells on the grip, and a reworked bolt handle that runs smoother with cold hands or gloves on.
The factory-mounted 3-9×40 scope comes bore-sighted, so your first range trip is about fine-tuning zero rather than fighting mounts and rings. Fully multi-coated lenses gather good light at dawn and dusk when game moves most, and tool-less windage and elevation adjustments keep sight-in simple. The 3-9x range covers everything from thick timber to open field edges.
At 42.5 inches overall with a gray synthetic stock that shrugs off rain and rough handling, this rifle carries well and holds steady. A 4-round detachable box magazine, tang safety, and swivel studs for a sling round out a package that gets first-time hunters and seasoned veterans alike into the field without a pile of extra purchases.
Yes, the XP designation means it ships as a complete package with a 3-9x40mm scope mounted and bore-sighted at the factory. The scope has fully multi-coated lenses and tool-less windage and elevation adjustments. You will still want to confirm and fine-tune your zero at the range before hunting, but the heavy lifting is done for you.
You can. This rifle uses Savage's AccuTrigger, which is user-adjustable with a simple tool so you can set the pull weight to your liking at home. It also has an integrated safety blade that helps prevent the rifle from firing unless the trigger is pulled deliberately, so you get a light, crisp pull without giving up peace of mind.
It is one of the most popular deer cartridges out there for good reason. The 6.5 Creedmoor shoots flat, bucks wind well, and recoils noticeably less than a .308 or .30-06, which makes it easier to shoot accurately. Paired with the 1:8 twist barrel on this rifle, it handles the full range of modern hunting bullets and is plenty capable on whitetail, mule deer, and antelope.
The Gen II refresh updates the stock with better ergonomics and enhanced texturing, adds ambidextrous palm swells to the grip, and redesigns the bolt handle for better control, especially in wet or cold conditions. It keeps the features that made the Axis 2 popular, including the AccuTrigger, button-rifled barrel, and thread-in headspacing.
| UPC | 011356321749 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 32174 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 22'' |
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5mm Creedmoor |
| Capacity | 4-Round |
| Color | Gray |
| Length | 42.5'' |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 4-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 4 rd. Detachable Box |
| Package Height | 3.2 |
| Package Width | 8.2 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Shipping Weight | 10.25 |
| Sights | No Sights |
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