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There is a reason the Axis line keeps showing up in deer camps year after year. Savage built its reputation on rifles that shoot straight without a custom shop price tag, and the redesigned Axis 2 Compact carries that torch in a package sized for youth hunters, smaller-framed adults, or anyone who prefers a shorter, handier rifle in the blind or up a tree stand. Chambered in .308 Win, it runs 7.62 NATO too, so ammo is never hard to come by, and the cartridge has more than enough reach for whitetail, hogs, and black bear.
The heart of this rifle is the user-adjustable AccuTrigger, the same trigger design found on Savage rifles costing several times as much. You can dial the pull weight down to your liking without a trip to a gunsmith, and the crisp, predictable break makes a real difference when you are squeezing off a shot at a buck 200 yards out. Savage also uses thread-in headspacing with a barrel lock nut, which sets the 20-inch heavy sporter barrel dead straight to the receiver, a big part of why these rifles group so well out of the box. A 1:10 twist stabilizes the full range of popular .308 bullet weights, from light varmint loads up to heavy 180 grain hunting bullets.
At 39.5 inches overall and 6.4 pounds unloaded, this rifle will not wear you out on a long walk in. The matte gray synthetic stock shrugs off rain and rough handling, the redesigned bolt handle gives you a solid grip when running the action with cold or gloved hands, and the two-position tang safety sits right under your thumb. A 4-round detachable box magazine makes loading and unloading quick, and integral swivel studs are ready for your sling. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so mount your favorite scope, spend an afternoon at the bench finding the load it likes, and this Savage will be ready for opening day.
No, this model ships without sights or optics. The receiver comes drilled and tapped from the factory, so you can add a scope base and mount the optic of your choice. If you want a package deal with glass included, Savage offers that as the Axis 2 XP, but building your own setup lets you pick better glass for your budget.
The Compact runs a 20-inch barrel instead of the standard 22-inch tube and uses a shorter stock, bringing overall length down to 39.5 inches and weight to about 6.4 pounds. That makes it a better fit for youth hunters, smaller-framed adults, and anyone hunting from tight blinds or thick cover. You still get the same AccuTrigger, thread-in headspacing, and detachable magazine as the full-size rifle.
Yes, the AccuTrigger is designed to be user adjustable without gunsmithing. Using the included instructions and adjustment tool method, you can lighten the pull from the factory setting down to a crisp, clean break that suits your shooting style. It is one of the biggest reasons these rifles punch above their weight for accuracy.
Absolutely. You give up a modest amount of velocity compared to a 22-inch barrel, but .308 Win still delivers plenty of energy for deer, hogs, and bear at typical hunting ranges. The 1:10 twist handles everything from 150 to 180 grain hunting loads, and the shorter barrel makes the rifle noticeably quicker to swing and easier to maneuver.
| UPC | 011356321237 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 32123 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 20" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .308 / 7.62 NATO |
| Capacity | 4 + 1 |
| Color | Gray |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 4 rd. Detachable Box |
| Package Height | 3.2 |
| Package Width | 8.3 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Shipping Weight | 8.45 |
| Sights | No Sights |
| Length | 39.5'' |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 4-Round |
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