Brand: Savage Arms
Model: Impulse Core Hunter
Caliber: .243 Winchester
Action: Bolt Action - Straight Pull
Capacity: 4
Magazine Type: AICS Pattern
Barrel Length: 20"
Barrel Description: Threaded, Straight Fluted, Heavy Sporter
Barrel Material: Carbon Steel
Barrel Finish: Black Ink Cerakote
Twist: 1:9.25
Muzzle: Thread Cap
Thread Pattern: 5/8 x 24
Stock Description: AccuFit V2 Stock, Cheek Pad, Recoil Pad
Stock Material: Synthetic
Stock Finish: Flat Dark Gray
Length Of Pull: 12.75" - 13.75"
Orientation: Right Hand
Receiver Description: Pic Rail, Straight Pull Bolt
Receiver Material: Aluminum
Receiver Finish: Black Ink Cerakote
Safety: Tang
Trigger: AccuTrigger
OAL: 41.11"
Weight: 7.93 lb

Features

The Savage Arms Impulse Core Hunter chambered in .243 Winchester is a right‑hand straight‑pull bolt‑action rifle designed to deliver fast follow‑up shots and dependable accuracy in a modern hunting platform. It features a 20‑inch carbon steel heavy sporter barrel with straight fluting, finished in Black Ink Cerakote for enhanced durability and resistance to harsh field conditions. The barrel utilizes a 1:9.25 twist rate, well suited for stabilizing a wide range of .243 bullet weights, and is threaded 5/8×24 with a thread cap, allowing compatibility with muzzle devices where permitted. Ammunition is fed from a 4‑round AICS‑pattern detachable magazine, while the aluminum receiver incorporates a Picatinny rail and Savage’s straight‑pull bolt system, enabling rapid cycling without lifting the bolt handle.

The rifle is equipped with Savage’s AccuFit V2 synthetic stock finished in Flat Dark Gray, featuring adjustable cheek height and length of pull (12.75 to 13.75 inches) for a customized fit. A recoil pad enhances shooting comfort during extended use, and the tang‑mounted safety provides intuitive control. It also features the Savage AccuTrigger, delivering a clean, user‑adjustable pull for precise shot placement. Measuring 41.11 inches overall and weighing 7.93 pounds, the Impulse Core Hunter in .243 Winchester offers a balanced, optics‑ready platform that combines straight‑pull speed, rugged construction, and proven Savage accuracy for versatile hunting performance.

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