The Savage 25 Lightweight Varminter-T is a bolt-action varmint rifle chambered in .222 Remington intended for precision field and range use. Its 24-inch carbon steel barrel and thumbhole laminated stock make it suitable for extended varmint outings and bench work where stability and repeatable handling matter. The rifle emphasizes accuracy features such as a sleeved barrel, triple-pillar bedding and the user-adjustable AccuTrigger.
Key Specifications
- The action is a Bolt Action designed with a 3-lug bolt and a 60-degree throw for compact cycling.
- The rifle is chambered in .222 Remington for light varmint and small-game precision work.
- The barrel measures 24 inches and is described as a medium-contour carbon steel barrel to balance accuracy and handling.
- The rifling twist rate is listed as 1:14.
- The trigger is the user-adjustable AccuTrigger, adjustable in the factory range.
- The stock is a fixed thumbhole laminated design finished in a satin brown appearance as a durable shooting platform.
- The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope mounts and the rifle is described with a drilled & tapped receiver for optics.
- Reported weight is 8.25 lb, making the rifle reasonably portable for field use.
- Magazine configuration uses a detachable box magazine; sources list either a 4-round magazine or a 4+1 configuration.
The 25 Lightweight Varminter-T blends features aimed at accuracy—sleeved barrel, pillar bedding and a low-profile bolt throw—with a laminated thumbhole stock for consistent mounting. Its AccuTrigger and drilled-and-tapped receiver make it straightforward to set up with optics for varmint work or precision practice. Overall, it is a focused choice for shooters who prioritize a stable shooting platform and adjustable trigger control in a right-hand configuration.





