The Savage Arms Axis 2 Compact is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .400 Legend, offering a compact platform suited to a range of shooting tasks. The green synthetic stock and matte black finish keep weight down while holding up to field conditions. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis 2 Compact 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 400 Legend 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Stock: Green Synthetic 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Overall Length: 39.5" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-16" 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (Detachable Box Magazine) 
• Weight: 6.3 lbs. 
• Safety Features: 2 Position Top Tang Safety 
• Additional Info: 
  • User-adjustable AccuTrigger 
  • Integral Swivel Studs 
     

Features 

 
At 6.3 lbs. and 39.5 inches overall, this rifle is easy to carry through the field without becoming a burden on longer hunts. The 20-inch barrel strikes a balance between compactness and velocity in the .400 Legend chambering, with a 1-in-16" twist rate matched to the cartridge. 
 
The user-adjustable AccuTrigger is the standout mechanism. Rather than a fixed factory pull, you can tune the trigger weight to suit your shooting style, which directly affects shot consistency. The 2-position top tang safety is within reach without moving your hand off the grip. 
 
No sights come from the factory, so the receiver is set up for optics. You'll need to mount a scope or red dot, which is typical for rifles at this caliber intended for hunting. Integral swivel studs are already in place for a sling or bipod attachment. The 4-round detachable box magazine makes reloads straightforward in the field.

The Savage Axis 2 Compact in .400 Legend with AccuTrigger draws consistent comments around value and practical performance. Most owners mention the price first. It delivers capable bolt-action performance at a cost that competes well against rifles lacking some of its features.

The AccuTrigger gets repeated praise. The adjustable pull lets shooters set a lighter, crisper break than typical budget-tier triggers, and users credit it with improving their groupings. The .400 Legend caliber is generally well-regarded for deer hunting, with owners noting good stopping power and recoil that stays manageable.

The compact, lightweight build is a plus for hunters covering a lot of ground or younger shooters who find full-size rifles unwieldy. The green synthetic stock isn't to everyone's taste aesthetically, and a few owners feel the overall finish quality doesn't match higher-priced alternatives, though for its segment that's an expected trade-off.

Ammo availability for .400 Legend sometimes comes up as a concern depending on region, and the absence of factory sights means you'll need to budget for optics before the rifle is range-ready. Those caveats aside, the general sentiment is that the rifle punches above its price class in terms of accuracy and feature set.