Brand: Savage
Model: Axis 2
Caliber: .243 Winchester
Action: Bolt Action
Capacity: 4
Magazine Type: Detachable Box
Barrel Length: 22"
Barrel Description: Sporter
Barrel Material: Carbon Steel
Barrel Finish: Matte Black
Twist: 1:9.25
Stock Description: Fixed, Recoil Pad
Stock Material: Synthetic
Stock Finish: OD Green
Length Of Pull: 13.75"
Orientation: Right Hand
Receiver Description: Drilled & Tapped
Receiver Material: Steel
Receiver Finish: Matte Black
Safety: Tang
Trigger: AccuTrigger
OAL: 42.5"
Weight: 6.6 lb

Features

The Savage Axis in .243 Winchester is a lightweight, dependable bolt‑action rifle built for hunters and shooters who want accuracy and value in a rugged field platform. Its 22" sporter‑profile carbon‑steel barrel with a 1:9.25 twist is well‑suited for the versatile .243 Winchester cartridge, offering flat trajectories and reliable precision for deer, varmints, and target work. The matte‑black barrel and receiver reduce glare, and the receiver comes drilled and tapped for easy scope mounting.

A durable OD‑green synthetic stock with a fixed design and recoil pad keeps weight low while maintaining a steady, comfortable shoulder fit. The rifle features Savage’s user‑adjustable AccuTrigger, allowing a crisp, predictable pull that enhances accuracy in the field. At 6.6 lb and 42.5" overall, the Axis is easy to carry over long distances yet stable enough for confident shooting from rests or improvised positions. With its 4‑round magazine, smooth bolt operation, and tang safety, this Axis configuration delivers reliable, no‑nonsense performance tailored to the needs of hunters who appreciate the balance and capability of the .243 Winchester.

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