Chambered in one of the most widely available hunting and precision cartridges in the world, the Savage Axis 2 FDE .308 Winchester rifle (Savage part no. 32053) gives shooters a dependable bolt gun without asking them to hunt down obscure ammunition. The flat dark earth synthetic stock is molded with the same enhanced-texture grip panels and ambidextrous palm swells found across the Axis 2 lineup, so it handles well from either shoulder. A 22-inch barrel and 1-in-10 twist rate stabilize the full range of .308 bullet weights, from lightweight varmint loads to heavier bonded hunting rounds, and the user-adjustable AccuTrigger lets each shooter set a trigger pull that suits their style. Savage‘s thread-in headspacing keeps chamber tolerances tight from the factory, which is part of why the Axis 2 punches above its price point on paper targets. The detachable box magazine ships without sights, ready for a hunting or precision optic of the buyer’s choosing.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO, a versatile round used for hunting and precision shooting alike.
• Carries a 22-inch barrel for a solid balance of velocity and handling.
• Uses a 1-in-10 twist rate that stabilizes the full range of standard .308 bullet weights.
• Feeds from a 4+1 capacity detachable box magazine for fast reloads in the field.
• Runs a bolt-action design valued for reliable cycling shot after shot.
• Includes the user-adjustable AccuTrigger so pull weight can be set to taste.
• Grips securely with an ambidextrous palm swell pistol grip that fits either shoulder.
• Ships with no factory sights, ready for a hunting or precision optic to be mounted directly.
• Wears a flat dark earth synthetic stock with enhanced-texture grip panels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What twist rate does the barrel have? It is 1-in-10, tuned to stabilize the full range of standard .308 Winchester bullet weights.

Does this rifle include a magazine? Yes, a detachable box magazine that holds four rounds ships with the rifle for a 4+1 capacity.

Does it come with sights? No, it ships without sights so a hunting or precision optic can be mounted directly.

Buy the Savage Axis 2 FDE .308 Winchester Rifle

Order this .308 Axis 2 from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, or browse our other bolt-action rifles if you would rather compare finishes and calibers side by side first.