The Savage Axis 2 XP Compact Combo chambered in .243 Winchester (Savage part no. 32251) is a scaled-down bolt-action built for younger and smaller-framed shooters, pairing a compact Savage action with a factory-mounted, boresighted 3-9x40mm scope so it is ready to head to the range straight out of the box. The 20-inch matte black heavy sporter barrel is rifled to stabilize standard .243 Winchester loads, a light-recoiling, versatile cartridge well suited to a young hunter’s first deer season. The user-adjustable AccuTrigger lets the trigger pull be tuned to the shooter, and a 4+1 capacity gives room for a follow-up shot without adding bulk to the compact stock.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .243 Winchester, a light-recoiling cartridge well suited to new and younger hunters.
• Fitted with a 20-inch heavy sporter barrel for stable, accurate shot placement.
• Rifled at a 1-in-9.25-inch twist, matched to common .243 Winchester bullet weights.
• Includes a factory-mounted, boresighted 3-9x40mm scope with multi-coated lenses, ready to shoot out of the box.
• Runs the user-adjustable AccuTrigger, letting the trigger pull be tuned to the shooter.
• Feeds from a 4-round detachable box magazine for a 4+1 capacity.
• Built as a dedicated youth rifle, scaled down to fit smaller-framed shooters.
• Built on a true bolt-action platform with thread-in headspacing for consistent accuracy.
• Measures 48.5 inches overall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this rifle come with a scope? Yes, it ships with a factory-mounted and boresighted 3-9x40mm scope, so it is ready to sight in and shoot.

Who is this rifle built for? It is a compact youth rifle scaled down for smaller-framed and younger shooters starting out with a centerfire cartridge.

How many rounds does the magazine hold? The detachable box magazine holds 4 rounds for a 4+1 capacity.

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