The Savage 110 Predator I tested in .204 Ruger averaged 0.89 MOA for four 3 shot groups with Federal Premium 40 grain Nosler Ballistic Tips, came with a 2 lb 2 oz AccuTrigger, and kept hitting rock chucks from 200 to 400 yards in Idaho wind while the barrel got too hot to touch. It is heavy, and one friend with very large hands had the AccuTrigger blade keep the rifle from firing once.
Still in production? No. Savage lists the 110 Predator as out of production (checked October 2026). Its current predator rifles are the 110 Core Predator and 110 Ultralite Predator.
Results, specs and the verdict come first, then the full review.
Table of contents
Savage 110 Predator Test Results
- Accuracy: 0.89 MOA average, four 3 shot groups, Federal Premium 40 gr Nosler Ballistic Tip, Bushnell Forge 4.5-27×50.
- Trigger: 2 lb 2 oz from the factory (Wheeler gauge), no take up, little overtravel.
- Field: hits on rock chucks from 200 to 400 yards in 20 to 40 mph wind; point of impact held as the barrel heated.
Savage 110 Predator Specs
| Savage 110 Predator (as tested) | |
|---|---|
| Calibers offered | .204 Ruger, .223 Rem, .22-250, .243 Win, .260 Rem, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win |
| Barrel | 24 in fluted heavy barrel, threaded 1/2×28 (as tested) |
| Magazine | 4 round detachable box |
| Stock | Mossy Oak Terra synthetic AccuStock with AccuFit LOP and comb adjustment |
| Length of pull | 12.75 to 13.75 in |
| Overall length | 44 in |
| Weight | 8.69 lb |
| Trigger | User adjustable AccuTrigger |
Verdict
- Good: sub MOA average with factory ammo, light crisp AccuTrigger, adjustable fit, threaded muzzle, short bolt throw in .204.
- Know this: out of production, heavy at 8.69 lb before a scope, and the AccuTrigger blade can catch shooters new to it.
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Earlier this year, with rock chuck season coming up (AKA the yellow-bellied marmot), I decided I needed a speed demon caliber in a sweet rifle to enjoy the hunt. After a bunch of looking around, I chose the Savage 110 predator in .204 Ruger. A few reasons that I was attracted to this rifle include a reasonable price tag, AccuStock system, and Savage’s reputation for accuracy out of the box. Once it arrived, I put the 110 Predator through the abuse of several hunts followed by my typical tests for rifle reviews.
Initial Impression
After looking the rifle over, I was very impressed with what I saw and felt. The rifle was hefty… and I mean really hefty. The bull barrel that this gun comes with adds a lot to it, but the advantage is that it held its point of impact through long strings for me. The stock felt good to me out of the box, but with the option to change the cheek riser and length of pull (LOP from here on out) I rearranged the stock to fit me. The detachable magazine seemed like it could be advantageous because I could acquire multiple and keep them all loaded up for quick top offs when shooting varmints. The trigger had no take-up and very little overtravel. It came set at a factory 2 pounds and 2-ounce pull weight measured using my Wheeler Engineering trigger pull gauge.
The bolt handle is an over-sized tactical style and it was very comfortable to manipulate. Another thing I noticed in my initial inspection is that the bolt does not have the full length of travel that the standard short action would. This gun is on a short action, but because the .204 Ruger does not need the whole length due to its small size, there is a spacer that is in-between the floating bolt face and bolt body. This spacer hits against the bolt stop prematurely compared to the standard short action’s bolt, resulting in a shorter bolt operation. I was very happy with this small detail because I knew that this would make the action much quicker to work and I would not be as likely to short stroke the bolt because I know the I will pick up a cartridge as soon as I hit the bolt stop. When I was completed with my initial inspection, I was left with the opinion that the rifle was everything I had hoped it would be.
Noteworthy Features
One of the most useful features of the Savage 110 Predator is the user adjustable stock. As I mentioned, the stock fit me well out of the box, but after changing the comb for a higher comb height, as well as shortening the LOP a bit, this rifle fit me like it was made for me. The other part I love about the 110 Predator’s stock is the AccuStock system integrated inside. This aluminum chassis system provides a solid base for the rifle action and ensures a rigid forend, which Savage says aids accuracy.
The second feature that makes this rifle unique is the threaded barrel. Manufacturers are catching on that the consumers like to add muzzle attachments, so threaded barrels are becoming more common. The muzzle on the 110 Predator is threaded 1/2X28 TPI which allows the use of suppressors, muzzle brakes or whatever you may want to add. With the growing interest in suppressors, this is a feature that I look for in every firearm.
The last item that I want to address specifically is the trigger. Savage’s AccuTrigger system is not a new one, but it remains a good one. If you are not familiar with how they work, these triggers have a safety blade in the center of the trigger that must be depressed fully at the time of pulling the trigger for the gun to fire. This is a safety mechanism that there are split opinions on, but it is one that I have a positive opinion of. The trigger itself is user adjustable with an included tool. All you have to do is pull the stock off and access the trigger spring and then you can increase or decrease the tension of this spring.
Accuracy Testing
I chose to install a Bushnell Forge 4.5-27×50 for the purpose of testing this rifle. The high magnification range of the Forge helped me while accuracy testing because it allowed for a higher level of precision on my end. I liked this scope a lot. This optic provides 20 MOA of elevation per rotation of the turret and a max of 60 MOA on windage and elevation. The turrets are of the locking variety and all you have to do to unlock them is lift the turret about 1/8″ and then dial and push it back down to lock the turret again. This is a feature that I love to have because it is very easy to lose your zero inadvertently otherwise. This optic is outfitted with a zero stop that was very easy to set and had a solid bottom. While using it on varmint hunts, I was happy to find that the glass was very crisp, and I saw no edge distortion or halos. The high-quality glass coupled with accurate tracking, tactical style turrets, and a first focal plane reticle really allowed me to be effective with my shots and enjoy using the gun. It listed at $949.99 when I tested it.
The 2-pound trigger weight really made shooting groups with the 110 Predator a pleasant experience. Because it is a .204 Ruger and a semi-heavy gun, recoil was minimal. I fired 4 different 3 round groups with Federal Premium 40 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip ammunition and saw an average of 0.89 MOA. The results of my testing are shown below.
Hunt Results
I headed out to a particularly heavily populated spot in Idaho in order to shoot some rock chucks with the Savage 110 Predator. This area sees winds upward of 20 MPH commonly and the need to shoot beyond 100 yards is also common. I set out on a particularly windy, stormy day and was shooting rock chucks at ranges between 200 and 400 yards. Throughout this distance, hits on target with the speedy .204 Ruger came easily. While firing magazine after magazine through the gun, the point of impact never seemed to change, even with the barrel becoming too hot to touch. By the end of the day, I had to hold a ridiculous amount of wind drift as wind speeds approached 40 MPH. But I was still not missing many shots.
I lent the rifle to a friend of mine the next week while hunting rock chuck yet again. He is a very large dude, standing at a whopping 6′ 10″ tall and has hands to match. He had a bit of trouble with the accutrigger: pressing the trigger before depressing the blade which resulted in the gun not firing (as the safety mechanism is designed). I never saw this happen again, so I believe it was his inexperience with the trigger design and large fingers that may have caused this. This is the only problem that I observed in the field and I don’t think that I can even call it a problem.
Specifications
Final Verdict
The Savage 110 Predator lives up to my high expectations of any Savage rifle. It has a lot of features, including the threaded muzzle, fluted barrel, detachable magazines, AccuStock, AccuTrigger, and AccuFit systems, floating bolt face, oversized bolt knob, and more. Also, the accuracy results of my testing were what I was hoping to see. This aspect of a varmint rifle is especially important because the most common targets are extremely small. With the Bushnell Forge, I had the ability to dial for long-range shots which the rifle is capable of. The caliber choice of .204 Ruger was exactly what I was needing for my application and the rifle fit me very well after configuring it to my liking. This is a rifle system that I would recommend to anyone who is interested in it.
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FAQ
Is the Savage 110 Predator discontinued?
Yes. Savage lists it as out of production; the 110 Core Predator and 110 Ultralite Predator are current.
How accurate is the Savage 110 Predator?
Mine averaged 0.89 MOA for four 3 shot groups in .204 Ruger with Federal Premium 40 grain Nosler Ballistic Tips.
What is the barrel thread on the Savage 110 Predator?
1/2×28 on the .204 Ruger I tested.
Riley Baxter is a seasoned hunter, outdoorsman, and competitive shooter with deep roots in the backcountry. He has guided professionally for bears, bighorn sheep, and other big game across rugged terrain, bringing firsthand knowledge of what gear actually works in the field. When he’s not chasing game or running drills on the range, Riley is likely in the garage customizing his rifles, pistols, or backcountry kit.
A competitive pistol shooter and lifelong firearms enthusiast, Riley brings both precision and creativity to every piece of equipment he touches. Outside of the gun world, he works as a perfusionist in Montana, a vital role in heart surgery that demands attention to detail, critical thinking, and mental fortitude.
Experience:
– Professional Hunting Guide – Guided for bears, bighorn sheep, and more in some of the West’s toughest country.
– Competitive Shooter – Skilled USPSA pistol shooter with a passion for precision and performance under pressure.
– Custom Builder – Enjoys building and tuning firearms and equipment to meet the exact demands of the hunt or the range.
– Experienced Marksman – Experienced in long-range hunting and precision rifles to meet the demands of the terrain of the West.
– Montana-Based Perfusionist – Medical professional accustomed to making critical decisions in high-stakes environments.
I have this gun in 6.5 creedmoor with a 4-16 viper pst, talley rings and 20 Mia rail. I had trouble with a sticking bolt after my first range trip. I disassembled and cleaned the bolt twice, no more issues. It shouts 1 Moa with seller and bellets. Really wish I had gotten the 223.
Your results with the 110 do not surprise me in the least. I have been shooting a Savage 112J in .243 since 1975. It has been tweaked a bit. I had the action glass bedded and had to get the trigger reworked. Next time it will get a Timney. It shoots 5/8″ groups consistently at 100 yards. Mine has a 6 – 18 Burris on it. It has never let me down.
what size scope rings are those..looks great..mine will be here in 10 days.
I bought a savage 110 tactical 6.5 Creedmoor at a 100 yards its is hits hole for hole with my hand loads don’t know what it would hold on factory ammo I have never had a gun that shoot’s like it
Probably meant “famously”
“the notorious accuracy that Savage has to offer out of the box”
Pretty sure notorious isn’t what you really meant
I too, had heard of the Savage rifle’s inherent accuracy out of the box. I had read of the flat shooting .204 Ruger round. So combining the two, I thought, would be an extremely accurate rifle. I go through wat some describe as an, “anal” break-in procedure on any new firearm I purchase. I had issues with getting the bore clean with the Savage. I sent a letter to the company and then the rifle to them. The rifle was returned to me with a, “test” target that they seemed proud of. Their rifle, their shooter, their choice of ammunition, their facility. 100 yard, 10 shot group measured one and one quarter inch from the outside shot to the outside shot. I was not impressed with the accuracy of this modern day rifle before, or after from Savage. Maybe mine was just a bad one, but it has been for sale ever since.
I feel you just do not Like it or savage i never had a better gun have 22 250 bad ass shooter
Isn’t this America? That is reason enough for me.
Why is a 10 pound plus rifle and scope needed for a 204?
I have a custom 204. They are shooters. Hand loads would make that Savage shoot smaller groups.