Savage Arms Axis XP .223 Remington Matte Blued Bolt Action Rifle 3-9x40mm Scope

A: The barrel is stamped 223. It is advised against firing the higher pressure 5.56 ammunition for safety and warranty reasons.

A: No. A 5.56 stamped/rated barrel can fire both but, a 223 stamped barrel should fire only 223 ammunition.

A: Randy, this rifle has a 22" free-floating barrel with Sporter taper and 1:9.25" twist rate. (Specifications and Features): - Savage Axis XP bolt-action rifle - .223 Remington caliber - 22" free-floating barrel with Sporter taper - 1:9.25" twist - 4 round detachable box magazine - Two position safety - Matte black synthetic stock - Matte blued barrel - Dual pillar bedding - Drilled and tapped for scope mount - Includes 3-9x40mm scope, mounted and bore-sighted - 43.875" overall length - Weighs 6.5 pounds.

A: Hi Randy, It has a 22" free-floating barrel with Sporter taper and 1:9.25" twist rate. (Specifications and Features): - Savage Axis XP bolt-action rifle - .223 Remington caliber - 22" free-floating barrel with Sporter taper - >>>>>>>>>1:9.25" twist - 4 round detachable box magazine - Two position safety - Matte black synthetic stock - Matte blued barrel - Dual pillar bedding - Drilled and tapped for scope mount - Includes 3-9x40mm scope, mounted and bore-sighted - 43.875" overall length - Weighs 6.5 pounds.

A: Raimound, I own several Savages and they are excellent given the price point. Savage will most likely be able to accurately answer these for you at (413) 568-7001 or (800) 370-0708 - Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM EST

A: Savage is a Good moderately priced rifle. I cant find anywhere that says they are set up for he installation of Iron sights so please contact savage to ask at (413) 568-7001 or (800) 370-0708 - Monday through Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM EST

A: *****Bushnell 3-9x40 Scope What's in the Box Savage Axis Rifle Detachable Box Magazine *******Bushnell 3-9x40 Scope Cable Lock Ear Plugs Owner's Manual Sku: 19228 Caliber: 223 Rem Handed: Right Rate of Twist: 9 Weight: 6.5 lbs Overall Length: 43.875" Barrel Length: 22" Ammo Capacity: 4 Series: Axis AccuTrigger: No AccuStock: No Magazine: Detachable box Stock material: Synthetic Barrel material: Carbon Steel Stock finish: Matte Barrel finish: Matte Stock color: Black Barrel color: Black Sights: Drilled and tapped for scope mounts Features: Matte Blued 3-9x40 Scope Mounted and Bore Sighted

A: Danny, The Bushnell 3-9x40 scope that is included, mounted and bore sighted is about a $75 optic. It is the Bushnell Banner line like this listing:----------https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/713077636/bushnell+banner+3-9x40mm

A: Danny , this package comes with a "Bushnell Banner" 3-9x40 Scope with Multi-X Reticle as pictured here : https://www.google.com/search?q=bushnell+banner+3-9x40+scope&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjcvN-Z__PiAhUL2VkKHSG3CHUQ_AUIEigD&biw=1280&bih=596#imgrc=Vj-PMMWogPOdVM: