The Savage Arms Axis 2 XP is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, aimed at hunters and range shooters who want solid accuracy without spending a lot. The package includes a 3-9x40 scope, so it's ready to shoot out of the box. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis 2 XP 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Finish Type: Matte Black 
• Stock/Grips: Green Synthetic 
• Barrel Length: 22" 
• Overall Length: 42.5" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-8" 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (Detachable Box) 
• Weight: 7.7 lbs. 
• Safety Features: 2 Position Top Tang 
• Additional Info: 
  • Drilled / Tapped for scope mounting 
  • Integral Swivel Studs 
     

Detailed Features 

The AccuTrigger is user-adjustable, letting you dial in pull weight to suit your shooting style and improve consistency. The receiver is drilled and tapped, making it straightforward to mount any optic you choose later. The green synthetic stock handles weather well and keeps weight down. Integral swivel studs let you attach a sling or bipod without modifications. 
 
The 6.5 Creedmoor caliber is a flat-shooting round that works well for deer-sized game at distance, and the 1-in-8 twist rate stabilizes the heavier bullets this cartridge commonly uses.

Owners of the Axis 2 XP in 6.5 Creedmoor generally like what they get for the price. The scope-included package gets repeated mention as a genuine convenience for new shooters who don't want to budget for optics separately. Accuracy praise comes up often, both for the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge and for the AccuTrigger's adjustability.

The rifle's light weight and smooth bolt stroke get positive comments from hunters who carry it all day. On the critical side, shooters with more experience tend to replace the included scope fairly quickly, finding it adequate for close-range work but limited at longer distances. A few users wish there were more stock color or style options. The overall picture is a rifle that's practical and accurate at an accessible price, with optics being the most common upgrade path.