Description
The Savage AXIS is one of the best-value bolt guns out there, and the Magpul Hunter Lite is how you turn it into a rifle you actually want to carry up the mountain. This one is built specifically for short-action AXIS and AXIS II rifles, and it trims roughly 20% of the weight while narrowing the forend by nearly 25% compared to Magpul's original Hunter line. The whole stock tips the scale right around 2.8 pounds, so you feel the difference the moment you sling it over your shoulder.
What the Hunter Lite Does for Your AXIS
Underneath the polymer, there's an extruded aluminum V-bedding block backed by reinforced steel action screw pillars. That combo locks your action in place and keeps things from compressing or shifting under recoil, which is a big part of why folks see tighter groups after the swap. One of the bigger upgrades here is the integrated magazine well, which takes AICS-pattern magazines from Magpul and Accuracy International. Trading the factory 4-round setup for a proper 10-round AICS box mag is a real quality-of-life jump, and feeding tends to smooth out noticeably in the process.
Dialing In the Fit
The Hunter Lite comes with four removable half-inch spacers so you can set length of pull anywhere from 13 to 15 inches, plus a snap-on 3/8-inch cheek riser to get your eye lined up behind glass. An enlarged trigger guard gives you room to work with gloves and easy reach to the ambidextrous magazine release. It's also switch-hand friendly, so lefties and righties both dial it in by swapping a single inlet insert.
Built to Carry and Customize
M-LOK slots run along the forend for a bipod, sling attachment, or whatever else your hunt calls for, and there are integral sling swivel studs on both the buttstock and forend. The forend clears barrel profiles up to Medium Palma, so most sporter and varmint contours drop right in. Made in the USA and finished in Flat Dark Earth that blends well in the field.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Magpul Industries
- Manufacturer Part Number: MAG1354-FDE
- UPC: 840815144786
- Model: Hunter Lite
- Fit: Savage AXIS / AXIS II Short Action
- Action Type: Bolt Action
- Color: Flat Dark Earth
- Weight: Approx. 2.8 lbs
- Length of Pull: 13 to 15 in. (with included spacers)
- Magazine Compatibility: AICS-pattern short-action magazines
- Barrel Clearance: Up to Medium Palma profile
- Bedding: Extruded aluminum V-block with steel pillars
- Accessory Mounting: M-LOK slots and sling swivel studs
- Handedness: Ambidextrous (swappable inlet insert)
- Country of Origin: USA
What’s Included
- Magpul Hunter Lite Stock (Savage AXIS Short Action)
- Four (4) removable 1/2" buttstock spacers
- Snap-on 3/8" cheek riser
- Left/right inlet insert
- Mounting hardware
- Installation instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Hunter Lite fit my Savage AXIS II?
Yes, this stock is designed for both Savage AXIS and AXIS II rifles chambered in short-action calibers. Keep in mind that some older AXIS II rifles may need the original longer action bolts with spacing washers rather than the shorter hardware in the kit, so it's worth checking your action screws during install. Long-action AXIS rifles will need the long-action version instead.
Does the Magpul Hunter Lite come with magazines?
No, magazines are sold separately. The stock has an integrated AICS-pattern magazine well, so you'll want to pair it with AICS-compatible short-action magazines from Magpul or Accuracy International for the best fit and feeding. This upgrade lets you move from the factory 4-round setup to higher-capacity box magazines.
How much weight does the Hunter Lite actually save?
The Hunter Lite runs about 20% lighter than Magpul's original Hunter stock and the forend is roughly 25% narrower, coming in around 2.8 pounds total. That trimmer profile makes the rifle noticeably easier to carry and quicker to shoulder, which is exactly what you want on a longer hunt. It's a meaningful difference when you're covering ground all day.
Can I mount a bipod on the Hunter Lite stock?
Absolutely. The forend has M-LOK slots for direct-attach bipods and accessories, plus integral sling swivel studs on both the buttstock and forend if you prefer a stud-mount bipod like a Harris. That gives you flexibility to set up a prone-ready rig or keep it light for offhand work.






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