Savage Arms Axis XP .223 Rem Bolt-Action Rifle, 22 in Carbon Steel Sporter Barrel, Bushnell Variable Scope, Matte Black
This Savage Arms Axis XP in .223 Rem stands out as a ready-to-shoot factory scope package with practical features and clean execution. It pairs a 22-inch button-rifled carbon steel sporter barrel and Savage's floating bolt head with a robust black synthetic stock and a pre-mounted Bushnell variable riflescope with a duplex reticle. The rifle uses a detachable box magazine with a 4+1 capacity and features a matte black barrel and receiver with a bright, in-the-white steel bolt body. Made in the United States.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Displays mild evidence of prior wear and use consistent with careful handling.
What's Included
- Bushnell variable riflescope with duplex reticle, mounted in rings on two-piece bases
- 1x detachable steel box magazine with polymer baseplate (5-round, pictured)
The 22-inch carbon steel barrel uses button rifling and a sporter profile for a balanced carry weight. It wears a matte black finish with an unthreaded muzzle, providing a clean, straightforward setup in .223 Rem.
Savage engineering features include the floating bolt head and thread-in headspacing, contributing to consistent lockup. The action is a right-hand bolt with a round knob, and the rifle uses a single-piece curved trigger blade (non-AccuTrigger).
The black synthetic stock offers a straight comb with a rubber recoil pad and practical texturing on the fore-end and pistol grip. Length of pull is 13.5 inches, giving a versatile fit for many shooters.
This factory XP package includes a Bushnell variable-power scope with a duplex reticle, pre-mounted in rings on two-piece bases. The receiver is drilled and tapped from the factory, and no iron sights are present.
Feeding is via a detachable box magazine with a 4+1 capacity. The rifle features a matte black finish on the barrel and receiver with a bright, in-the-white bolt body, and is made in the United States. MSRP is listed at $539.

