Description
The Savage A17 Target Sporter 17 HMR is a semi-automatic 17 HMR rifle with a 22-inch heavy target barrel, a gray wood laminate stock, and a 10-round rotary magazine. It combines fast follow-up shots with real precision, making it a top pick for varmint control and rimfire target work.
Savage A17 Target Sporter 17 HMR Overview
Savage says the 17 HMR has never shot so well, and the A17 is the reason. The cartridge is fast and flat, but its pressure is hard on simple blowback actions. Savage solved that with a delayed-blowback design that keeps the bolt closed a moment longer for safe, reliable cycling. The result is a semi-auto that lets you stay on target and fire a quick follow-up when a groundhog does not go down or a second prairie dog stands up.
Heavy Target Barrel
The 22-inch carbon steel barrel has a heavy target contour, a high luster blued finish, and button rifling with a 1:9 twist for the light, fast 17-caliber bullets. The extra barrel weight dampens movement and resists heat during long sessions, which helps hold groups tight from a rest.
Gray Laminate Sporter Stock
The gray wood laminate stock is stiff, stable, and handsome. Laminate resists moisture and warping better than solid wood, and every stock has its own grain pattern. A recoil pad and two sling studs round out a stock that is comfortable from the bench and practical in the field.
Hard Chrome Bolt and Case-Hardened Receiver
A hard chrome bolt with an oversized handle cycles smoothly and is easy to grab, even with gloves. The case-hardened receiver adds durability, and two-piece Weaver-style scope bases come installed so you can mount a scope right away.
User-Adjustable Trigger
The Savage AccuTrigger provides a crisp, light pull that you can set between 3 and 5 pounds. A clean break makes a real difference on small targets at 150 yards and beyond, and the center safety blade helps prevent accidental discharge.
Rotary Magazine
The rifle feeds from a 10-round rotary magazine with an ambidextrous release. The rotary design feeds the rimmed 17 HMR cartridge smoothly and sits compactly in the stock.
Choosing Ammunition and Optics
Rimfire rifles often show a preference for one load over another, so buy a few boxes of different 17 HMR ammunition and see which groups best in your barrel. Bullets from 15.5 to 20 grains are common, with lighter varmint bullets for explosive performance on small pests and heavier ones for better wind resistance. A scope in the 3-9x to 4-16x range with a fine reticle or a ballistic reticle matched to the 17 HMR lets you take full advantage of the rifle’s accuracy, and quality Weaver-style rings keep everything rock solid through a long day of shooting.
Specifications
- Brand: Savage Arms
- Model: A17 Target Sporter Laminate (47006)
- UPC: 011356470065
- Caliber: 17 HMR
- Action: Semi-auto, delayed blowback
- Capacity: 10 rounds, rotary magazine
- Barrel: 22″ heavy target, carbon steel, button rifled, high luster
- Twist Rate: 1:9″
- Receiver: Case hardened; 2-piece Weaver-style bases
- Stock: Gray wood laminate sporter
- Length of Pull: 13.5″
- Trigger: User adjustable, 3 to 5 lbs
- Overall Length: 41.5″
- Weight: About 6.83 lbs
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this rifle to ship to a licensed FFL dealer, and you must pass a background check to take possession. Laminate colors vary from stock to stock. A scope is not included.
Who It Is For
The Savage A17 Target Sporter 17 HMR is a great fit for varmint hunters and rimfire target shooters who want the reach of 17 HMR with fast semi-auto follow-ups, a heavy barrel, and a crisp adjustable trigger.
Buy the Savage A17 Target Sporter 17 HMR at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Savage A17 Target Sporter 17 HMR online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of rifles for more options. For factory details, visit Savage Arms.
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