Savage 10FP
The Savage 10FP is a bolt-action sniper rifle manufactured by Savage Arms and based on the Savage Model 110 rifle. There are seven variants of this rifle, each designated with an "LE" code signifying that it is part of the Law Enforcement Series. Most 10FP series rifles are configured with the AccuTrigger, matte-blued barreled action, heavy free-floating and button-rifled barrel, oversized bolt handle, internal box magazine (holding 4 rounds), and three swivel studs for sling and bipod mounting.
| Savage 10FP | |
|---|---|
 Savage 10FPXP-LEA | |
| Type | Sniper rifle |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1956 |
| Manufacturer | Savage Arms Company |
| Variants | Savage Model 110 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 5.10 kg (11¼ lb) |
| Length | 1162 mm (45¾ in) |
| Barrel length | 660 mm (26 in)/610 mm (24 in) |
| Cartridge | .223 Remington .300 Winchester Magnum .308 Winchester .338 Lapua Magnum |
| Action | Bolt-action |
| Maximum firing range | 915 m (1000 yd) |
| Feed system | 4-round internal box magazine |
| Sights | Leupold 3.5–10×40 mm black matte scope |
The Savage 10FP is similar to the Savage 110FP rifles and differ only in the action lengths and in the calibers used. The 10FP is designated a "short action" meaning cartridges similar in length to the .308 Winchester, while the 110FP is considered a "long action" meaning cartridges similar in length to the .30-06 Springfield. Both are bolt-action, rotating bolt rifles, with dual-lug bolts and integral, non-detachable magazines, and both are available in left-handed models.
Trigger
The 10FP comes with the Savage Arms developed "Accutrigger". This trigger is intended to give a shooter the flexibility to set trigger pull to individual preference without having to pay a gunsmith to adjust it. The trigger can be adjusted from 6.5 to 26 N (1.5 to 6 lbf). Savage claims that even when adjusted to its lowest setting, the AccuTrigger is completely safe and cannot accidentally discharge during normal use from being jarred or dropped when maintained and adjusted as intended. The AccuTrigger offers a relatively short lock time of 1.6 milliseconds favoring accurate shooting.[1]
Adjustment
Savage says adjustment of the AccuTrigger is a simple process. Removal of the stock is necessary where rotation of an adjustment spring is required. This is accomplished utilizing the Savage supplied tool. The AccuTrigger has a single adjustment location and is designed so it cannot be adjusted below the minimum setting. This adjustment feature is yet another example of the built-in customization design of this rifle. Customization allows users to adjust the rifle to their own personal comforts and preferences which can equate to accuracy improvement.[2][3]
Current models
| Savage 10FP Model Types[4] | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model No. | Caliber | Overall Length | Barrel Length | Weight | Stock (with studs) |
Sights |
| 10FP | .308 Win. .223 Rem. |
40" 44" |
20" 24" |
8½ lb (3.9 kg) | Black synthetic | Drilled & tapped for scope |
| 10FLP Left-handed | .308 Win. .223 Rem. |
44" | 24" | 8½ lb (3.9 kg) | Black synthetic | Drilled & tapped for scope |
| 10FP Choate | .308 Win. .223 Rem. |
43¾" | 26" | 11¼ lb (5.1 kg) | Black synthetic Choate adjustable stock w/accessory rail | Drilled & tapped for scope |
| 10FP Folding Choate | .308 Win. | 40.25" | 20" | 10½ lb (4.8 kg) | Black synthetic Choate folding stock w/accessory rail | Drilled & tapped for scope |
| 10FP McMillan | .308 Win. | 46.5" | 24" | 10 lb (4.5 kg) | McMillan fiberglass tactical stock | Drilled & tapped for scope |
| 10FP HS Precision | .308 Win. | 43¾" | 24" | 10 lb (4.5 kg) | Black synthetic HS-Precision tactical stock | Drilled & tapped for scope |
| 10FPXP HS Precision | .308 Win. | 46.25" | 24" | 11 lb (5.0 kg) | Black synthetic HS-Precision tactical stock | Leupold 3.5-10×40mm black matte scope with Mil Dot reticle and flip open lens covers, Farrell Picatinny Rail Base, Harris bipod and Storm heavy duty case included. |
References
- Locktime By Randy Wakeman
- AccuTrigger review
- AccuTrigger Specifications
- Law Enforcement Series rifle information page at Savage Arms website