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There is a reason the Savage Axis XP keeps showing up in deer camps all over the country. It gives you a genuinely accurate bolt gun, a mounted and bore-sighted 3-9×40 scope, and a chambering that has been dropping whitetails and mule deer for the better part of a century, all in one box. The .270 Winchester shoots flat, hits hard on medium to large game, and ammo for it sits on just about every shelf in America, which makes this combo an easy pick for a first hunting rifle or a reliable backup that will not let you down.
Savage builds accuracy into this rifle the same way it does on models costing a lot more. The 22-inch carbon steel barrel is button rifled with a 1:10 twist that stabilizes the popular 130 to 150 grain hunting loads, and thread-in headspacing keeps tolerances tight from the factory. Owners routinely report tight groups at 100 yards with plain factory ammo, which is not something you expect at this end of the market. The redesigned stock adds improved texturing and ambidextrous palm swells at the grip, and the updated bolt handle gives you a smoother, more natural throw when you cycle a follow-up shot with cold fingers.
The black synthetic sporter stock shrugs off rain, snow, and truck-bed abuse without swelling or warping, and integral swivel studs mean you can throw a sling on it right away. At 42.5 inches overall and around 7.6 pounds with the scope, it carries comfortably on long walks to the stand. The detachable 4-round box magazine drops free for quick, safe unloading at the truck, and the drilled and tapped receiver leaves the door open if you ever want to upgrade optics down the road.
Mount up, confirm zero with your hunting load, and you are set for opening day. For anyone who wants a dependable .270 that just plain works without a pile of extra spending, this Axis XP combo is tough to beat.
The 3-9×40 scope comes mounted and bore-sighted from the factory, so the rifle arrives as a complete package. Bore-sighting gets you on paper, but you should still fine-tune your zero at the range with the hunting ammo you plan to use. Plan on a box or two of ammo to dial it in before season.
The .270 Win is one of the most proven deer cartridges ever made, with a flat trajectory that makes it great for open country. With well-constructed 130 to 150 grain bullets and good shot placement, it also handles antelope, hogs, black bear, and even elk. Ammo availability is another big plus, since nearly every shop that sells centerfire rifle ammo stocks .270.
No, the standard Axis XP uses Savage's standard trigger. If a user-adjustable AccuTrigger is a must-have for you, the step-up Axis II XP includes it. That said, the Axis XP still has a strong reputation for out-of-the-box accuracy thanks to its button-rifled barrel and thread-in headspacing.
Absolutely. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so upgrading to a higher-end scope down the road is simple. Just keep in mind the Axis uses a long action, so longer scope tubes or bases with extra mounting flexibility make positioning easier.
| UPC | 011356320100 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 32010 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .270 Winchester |
| Capacity | 4 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 48.8000 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 4 rd. Detachable Box |
| Package Height | 3.5 |
| Package Width | 8.5 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Shipping Weight | 10.2 |
| Sights | No Sights |
| Magazine Included | 1 x 4-Round |
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