The Savage Model 12 Varminter Low Profile (brand part no. 18470) is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO from Savage, built for shooters who want a heavy-barrel platform that scales up to a full-power cartridge. A 26-inch stainless steel barrel with a 1-in-10 twist stabilizes the full range of .308 bullet weights, from lightweight varmint loads to heavy match bullets. It feeds from a detachable box magazine for fast reloads between strings, while the satin wood laminate stock adds a dense, stable platform that holds zero through repeated shots. A 3-position safety rounds out a rifle built for the bench, the 300-yard line, or a deer stand where .308 power matters.

Key Specifications

• The 26-inch stainless steel barrel resists corrosion and holds up to sustained shooting sessions.
• The 1-in-10 twist rate stabilizes the full range of .308 Winchester bullet weights.
• The detachable box magazine allows quick reloads between strings of fire.
• A 4-round capacity keeps the action fast-cycling.
• The satin wood laminate stock resists warping and holds zero.
• A 3-position safety offers precise control between fire and safe.
• A weight of roughly 10 pounds favors a rest or bench over long carries afield.
• The action is bolt-action, manually cycled for reliable, repeatable accuracy.
• Chambered in .308 / 7.62 NATO.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this rifle use a detachable magazine? Yes, it feeds from a detachable box magazine for quick reloads.

What is this rifle chambered in? .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO, a versatile cartridge for hunting and precision shooting alike.

What twist rate does it have? A 1-in-10 twist, which stabilizes a wide range of .308 bullet weights.

Buy the Savage 12 Varminter .308 Winchester Rifle

For shooters who want a heavy-barrel .308 with a detachable magazine and bench-grade accuracy, this Varminter Low Profile delivers. Browse our full lineup of bolt action rifles and place your order now; we will get it out to your FFL from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.