Savage Arms Axis 2 Compact Bolt Action Rifle 243 Winchester 20" Barrel 4 Round Capacity Gray Synthetic Stock Black Finish
Type: Rifle: Bolt Action
Model Series: AXIS
Model Specific: AXIS 2 Compact
Caliber/Gauge: 243 Win
Barrel Length: 20 in.
Capacity: 4+1
Minimum/Overall Length: 39.5 in.
Safety: 2 Position
Compact: Yes
Frame Finish: Matte Black
Drilled & Tapped: Yes
Optic: Bushnell Banner 3-9x40mm Scope
Weight: 6.4 lbs.
Firearm Stock: Gray Synthetic
Features: New Redesigned Axis 2 | New Bolt Design | Improved Ergonomics
Finish: Black
Magazine Count: 1
Frame Material: Steel
Scope Base: 2-Piece
Trigger: AccuTrigger
Magazine Type: Detachable Box Magazine
Trigger Guard: Steel
Barrel Configuration: Single
Barrel Description: Button Rifled, Free Floating
Barrel Twist: 1-9.25
Rifled Barrel: Yes
Sling Attachment: Yes
Buttplate/Recoil Pad: Recoil Pad
Cable Trigger Lock: Yes
Caliber Dictionary
The Below Information Has Been Provided From Our Gun Caliber Dictionary And Is Meant For Informational Purposes Only. It Is Not Intended to Describe The Unique Specifications For This Ammunition.
Introduced in 1955, the 243 Winchester is based on the 308 Winchester case necked down. It was the first commercial cartridge added to the "308 family," with a 2.045-inch case designed to fit into Winchester's Model 88 lever action and short bolt actions. Winchester saw it as a combination "varmint and big-game" round, with an 80-grain varmint bullet at 3550 feet per second and a 100-grain deer bullet at 2960. Apparently the public saw it the same way; the 243 Winchester is the world's most popular 6mm cartridge, with current loadings running from a 55-grain varmint load at nearly 4000 fps to 108 grains. 6mm bullets hold up better in wind than smaller calibers, so the 243 remains a favorite for long-range varminting. With heavier bullets it is very effective on deer-sized game. Its attributes are accuracy, light recoil, and deadly effect; it is a standard choice for beginning hunters. Because of its popularity factory loads are legion, and most rifle manufacturers offer it. — Craig Boddington
