Description
The .22-250 Remington has been putting the hurt on coyotes, prairie dogs, and groundhogs for decades, and the Savage Axis XP gives you a proper platform for it without draining your wallet. This is the newer generation Axis, and Savage gave the whole line a serious refresh. The stock got reworked with better texturing and a contoured pistol grip with palm swells that work for either hand, and the redesigned bolt handle is easier to run with cold fingers or gloves on. Little things, sure, but they add up when you are laid out on a dirt mound waiting for a dog to pop up.
What Makes This Axis XP Worth a Look
Accuracy comes from the fundamentals, and Savage nailed them here. The 20 inch carbon steel barrel is precision button rifled and headspaced using Savage's thread-in method, the same basic approach that earned their rifles a reputation for shooting better than their price tag suggests. The muzzle is threaded too, so adding a suppressor or brake down the road is simple. Feeding comes from a detachable box magazine holding four rounds, with one more in the chamber, and a two-position safety keeps operation straightforward.
Scoped and Bore-Sighted From the Factory
The XP part of the name means the glass is already handled. A 3-9x40mm scope comes mounted and bore-sighted from the factory, which is a sensible magnification range for a .22-250. Dial it down for scanning a field edge, crank it up when a coyote hangs out at 300 yards. You will still want to fine-tune zero with your preferred load, but the heavy lifting is done before you ever open the box.
A Smart Pick for Varmint and Predator Hunters
Between the flat-shooting .22-250 chambering, the handy 20 inch threaded barrel, and a synthetic stock that shrugs off weather, this rifle is built for real field use. Whether it is your first bolt gun or a dedicated truck rifle for calling season, the Axis XP covers the bases and leaves money in your pocket for ammo.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Savage Arms
- Model: Axis XP
- Manufacturer Part Number: 33076
- UPC: 011356330765
- Caliber: .22-250 Remington
- Action: Bolt Action
- Barrel Length: 20" (Threaded)
- Barrel Type: Button-Rifled Carbon Steel, Matte Black
- Capacity: 4+1
- Magazine: Detachable Box Magazine
- Optic: Factory-Mounted, Bore-Sighted 3-9x40mm Scope
- Stock: Black Synthetic with Textured Grip Panels
- Safety: Two-Position
- Hand: Right
What’s Included
- Savage Axis XP rifle in .22-250 Remington
- Factory-mounted and bore-sighted 3-9x40mm scope
- One 4-round detachable box magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Savage Axis XP come with a scope already mounted?
Yes, the XP package includes a 3-9x40mm scope that is factory mounted and bore-sighted before it leaves Savage. Bore sighting gets you on paper, but you should still confirm and fine-tune your zero at the range with the ammo you plan to hunt with.
Is the barrel on the Axis XP 33076 threaded for a suppressor?
It is. This newer generation Axis XP features a 20 inch precision button-rifled barrel with a threaded muzzle, so you can add a suppressor or muzzle brake whenever you are ready. It ships with the threads protected so the muzzle stays clean until then.
What is the .22-250 Remington best suited for?
The .22-250 is one of the classic varmint and predator cartridges, known for very high velocity and a flat trajectory. It shines on coyotes, prairie dogs, groundhogs, and similar game out to long range, and recoil is mild enough for extended shooting sessions. Factory ammo is widely available in a good range of bullet weights.
How is this newer Axis XP different from the older version?
Savage updated the Axis line with a redesigned stock featuring improved texturing and a contoured grip with ambidextrous palm swells, plus a sleeker, more ergonomic bolt handle that is easier to operate in rain or cold. This generation also brings threaded barrels to the standard XP package. The core Savage accuracy features, like button rifling and thread-in headspacing, carry over.





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