Savage Axis
Savage Arms · Rifle · In Production · 2009
Also known as: Axis, Axis II, Savage Edge
Overview
The Savage Axis is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Winchester, produced by Savage Arms since 2009. Featuring a 4-round magazine capacity, this rifle offers compact firepower.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2858 g (100.8 oz) |
| Overall Length | 1080 mm (42.52") |
| Barrel Length | 559 mm (22.01") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 4 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 860 m/s (2822 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 3592 J (2649 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 550 m (601 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 3700 m (4046 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .308 Winchester · primary — also known as .308 Win, 7.62x51mm
- 6.5 Creedmoor — also known as 6.5mm Creedmoor, 6.5 CM
- .223 Remington — also known as .223 Rem, .223
- .30-06 Springfield — also known as .30-06, 7.62x63mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Tang Safety
- Features: Button Rifled Barrel, Detachable Box Magazine, Synthetic Stock, Recoil Pad, Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Reversible Magazine Release
Variants
- Savage Axis II — Accutrigger
- Savage Axis XP — Scoped
- Savage Axis II XP — Scoped Accutrigger
- Savage Axis II Precision — Precision Chassis
- Savage Axis II Compact — Compact
Service history
Operators
- United States Civilian Market · adopted 2009
Production
Production years: 2009-present
High-volume budget rifle production; one of the best-selling entry-level bolt-action hunting rifles in North America
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Specifications listed are for the standard Axis in .308 Winchester with 22-inch barrel. Weight of 6.3 lbs (2858g) is for the base model; the Axis II XP with scope weighs 7.7 lbs. The Axis II variant includes the Savage AccuTrigger with adjustable pull weight from 2.5-6 lbs, while the base Axis has a standard trigger. Barrel lengths vary by caliber: 22 inches standard, 20 inches compact, 18 inches for .350 Legend and .400 Legend. Available in over 10 calibers including .223 Rem, .22-250, .243 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, 7mm-08, .308 Win, .25-06, .270 Win, .30-06, .350 Legend, and .400 Legend.
Background
The Savage Axis was originally introduced as the 'Savage Edge' in 2009 but was renamed to 'Axis' in 2011 after a trademark dispute. The Axis II variant with Savage's AccuTrigger is widely credited with proving that sub-MOA accuracy was achievable in a bolt-action rifle costing under $400.