The Savage Arms Axis XP chambered in .400 Legend is a bolt-action rifle built around a cartridge designed for hunters in states with straight-wall rifle restrictions. The .400 Legend delivers significantly more energy than .350 Legend while fitting the same platform, making it a practical deer cartridge for hunters in the Midwest and Great Lakes regions where straight-wall calibers are required. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Manufacturer: Savage Arms 
• Family: Axis Series 
• Model: Axis XP 
• Type: Rifle 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Caliber/Gauge: 400 Legend 
• Finish: Matte Black 
• Stock: Black Synthetic 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Overall Length: 39.5" 
• Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-16 
• Capacity: 4 + 1 (4 rd. Detachable Box) 
• Weight: 7.3 lbs. 
• Safety Features: 2 Position Top Tang 
• Additional Info: 
  • Includes a 3-9x40 Scope 
  • Integral Swivel Studs 
  • Drilled / Tapped for scope mounts 
     

Detailed Features 

 
At 7.3 lbs. and 39.5 inches overall, the Axis XP is compact and light enough for all-day carries in dense timber. The 20-inch barrel keeps the package short without sacrificing much terminal velocity at the ranges where the .400 Legend is most effective. 
 
The 1-in-16 twist rate is matched to the .400 Legend's heavier straight-wall projectiles. The bolt cycles cleanly and the 4-round detachable box magazine drops free without fumbling. The 2-position top tang safety is reachable from the shooting grip. 
 
The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts, and the rifle includes a 3-9x40 scope already mounted. Integral swivel studs on the stock accept a sling or bipod. The synthetic stock is weather-resistant and adds no meaningful weight. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

1. Hunting Expeditions: The .400 Legend is built for deer in straight-wall zones. The 20-inch barrel handles the cartridge well at hunting distances. 
2. Sport Shooting: The included scope and accurate bolt action suit target work at moderate range. 
3. Home Defense: The rifle is primarily a hunting platform, but its reliability carries over to any defensive role.

User feedback on the Savage Axis XP .400 Legend is generally positive, with the caliber choice and price being the main conversation points.

Buyers drawn to the .400 Legend specifically are hunters in straight-wall states looking for more energy than .350 Legend provides. Those users find the Axis XP a natural fit — an affordable bolt platform for a cartridge that doesn't yet have many rifle options. Accuracy feedback is solid for hunting purposes, and the included scope gets the rifle range-ready without extra cost.

The bolt action draws praise for smooth operation, and the light weight at 7.3 lbs. gets mention from hunters who cover ground on foot.

Critiques are similar to others in the Axis line: the included scope is adequate but is often the first thing buyers upgrade for better glass. More experienced shooters note the rifle lacks refinements found in higher-end models, though most agree it delivers what you'd expect at the price. A few users raise long-term durability questions around specific components, though reported failures are not common.