Description
The .400 Legend has earned a real following among whitetail and hog hunters who want big, heavy bullets without punishing recoil, and Savage put the cartridge in a package that makes a lot of sense. The Axis 2 Pro Western pairs a 20-inch heavy sporter barrel with a 1:16 twist that stabilizes those wide .40 caliber bullets nicely, and the muzzle comes threaded 11/16×24 with a protector installed. Screw on a suppressor or brake and this thing becomes a genuinely pleasant rifle to shoot, which matters when you're introducing a new hunter to the blind or putting in long practice sessions before season.
What Sets the Axis 2 Pro Apart
Savage didn't just slap camo on a base Axis and call it a day. The Pro gets the user-adjustable AccuTrigger, so you can dial the pull to your liking without a trip to the gunsmith, plus thread-in headspacing for consistent accuracy right out of the box. The redesigned synthetic stock has enhanced texturing and ambidextrous palm swells that fill the hand well, and the updated bolt handle is easier to run with cold fingers or gloves on. A one-piece 0 MOA Picatinny rail comes mounted from the factory, so all you need is a scope and rings and you're headed to the range.
Built for Weather, Dressed for the West
The carbon steel barrel and receiver wear a Gun Metal Bronze Cerakote finish that shrugs off rain, snow, and the inevitable scrapes from truck beds and treestand straps. The fixed Savage Western camo stock rounds out a rifle that looks sharp and holds up to real hunting abuse. At 6.9 pounds and 40.5 inches overall, it carries comfortably on long walks to the stand without feeling whippy on the bench.
Feeding the Axis 2 Pro Western
A detachable box magazine holds four rounds with an ambidextrous release, and a recoil pad takes the edge off what little kick the .400 Legend produces. For hunters who want a straight-wall thumper that's quiet with a can and accurate without any tinkering, this one checks the boxes.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Savage Arms
- Model: Axis 2 Pro Western
- MPN: 32322
- UPC: 011356323224
- Caliber: .400 Legend
- Action: Bolt Action
- Barrel Length: 20 in, heavy sporter, threaded
- Muzzle Thread: 11/16×24 TPI with thread protector
- Twist Rate: 1:16
- Capacity: 4+1, detachable box magazine
- Trigger: User-adjustable AccuTrigger
- Stock: Fixed synthetic, Savage Western camo
- Metal Finish: Gun Metal Bronze Cerakote
- Optics: One-piece 0 MOA Picatinny rail, no iron sights
- Overall Length: 40.5 in
- Weight: 6.9 lbs
What’s Included
- Savage Axis 2 Pro Western rifle in .400 Legend
- One 4-round detachable box magazine
- Factory-installed one-piece 0 MOA Picatinny rail
- Muzzle thread protector
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Savage Axis 2 Pro Western come with sights or a scope?
No iron sights or scope are included. It ships with a one-piece 0 MOA Picatinny rail already mounted on the receiver, so you just need to add rings and the optic of your choice. That factory rail saves you the hassle of installing bases yourself.
Can I put a suppressor on this .400 Legend rifle?
Yes, the 20-inch heavy sporter barrel is threaded 11/16×24 and comes with a thread protector installed. That thread pitch is common for .40 caliber suppressors and muzzle devices. The .400 Legend pairs really well with a can, especially with subsonic loads.
What is the .400 Legend good for hunting?
The .400 Legend is a straight-wall cartridge that hits hard at typical woods ranges, making it a great pick for whitetail deer, hogs, and black bear inside 200 yards or so. It delivers more energy than the .350 Legend while keeping recoil noticeably lighter than something like a .450 Bushmaster. It's a smart choice for newer hunters and anyone who's recoil sensitive.
Is the AccuTrigger on the Axis 2 Pro adjustable at home?
Yes, Savage's AccuTrigger is designed to be user-adjustable without gunsmith work. You remove the stock and use the included adjustment method to set the pull weight where you want it. It also has an integrated safety blade that helps prevent the rifle from firing unless the trigger is pulled deliberately.





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