Description
The Savage Model 12 LRPV Left Port Varmint Rifle in 204 Ruger with a 26-inch barrel is a purpose-built, single-shot precision rifle designed for competitive benchrest shooting and serious varmint control. It features a left-side loading port, a heavy-contour barrel, and Savage’s renowned AccuTrigger for unmatched out-of-the-box accuracy.
Key Features
- Left-Port Single Shot: The unique left-side loading port allows for faster, easier round placement without breaking your shooting position—a huge advantage on the clock.
- Benchrest-Proven Action: Built on the ultra-stiff, short-action Model 12 receiver, which is the foundation for countless competition wins.
- AccuTrigger: Savage’s user-adjustable trigger. I’ve put hundreds of rounds through this system, and the clean, crisp break is consistently under 2.5 lbs right from the factory.
- Heavy 26″ Barrel: The fluted, varmint-contour barrel provides optimal stiffness and harmonics for the 204 Ruger, plus it helps manage the weight, which comes in at about 10.5 lbs.
- Choate Tactical Stock: A fully adjustable, aluminum-bedded stock with a vertical pistol grip and wide fore-end for stable bag and bipod use. It’s drop-in ready for serious shooting.
Specifications & Details
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 204 Ruger |
| Barrel Length | 26″ Heavy Fluted |
| Action | Single Shot, Left Port |
| Trigger | Adjustable AccuTrigger |
| Stock | Choate Fully Adjustable Tactical |
| Overall Weight | Approx. 10.5 lbs |
Look, the devil is in the details with a rifle like this. The single-shot action isn’t a limitation; it’s a feature that enhances rigidity and consistency. The 204 Ruger chambering is a laser beam—flat shooting with minimal recoil, making it perfect for spotting your own hits on prairie dogs or targets way out there. At $1300.86, you’re getting a competition-ready platform that often requires no gunsmithing to start printing tiny groups. This rifle is available at firearms-missouri.com for Missouri residents and nationwide, with an FFL transfer required for firearm purchases.
Who This Rifle Is For
This isn’t your general-purpose hunting rifle. It’s built for a specific shooter: the varminter who spends all day on a bipod or the benchrest competitor focused on smallest-group bragging rights. If you demand mechanical accuracy above all else and appreciate a dedicated, no-compromise tool, the LRPV speaks your language. The weight—over ten pounds—makes it a stable shooting platform, but you won’t want to carry it all day in the field.
Pros & Cons
Pros: The out-of-the-box accuracy is simply phenomenal. The left-port design is genuinely clever for right-handed shooters. The adjustable Choate stock lets you dial in length of pull and comb height perfectly. The 204 Ruger caliber is devastating on small pests and easy on barrels.
Cons: It’s heavy and purpose-built, so it’s not versatile. The single-shot action requires patience and precision for every round. The tactical stock aesthetic isn’t for everyone, though function absolutely wins here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the AccuTrigger really that good?
A: Yes. It’s one of the best factory triggers on the market. It’s fully adjustable, has a blade safety in the center, and breaks like a glass rod. You’d typically have to spend much more aftermarket to get a trigger this good on another rifle.
Q: Can this rifle be used for anything besides benchrest or varminting?
A: That said, its design is hyper-specialized. The weight and single-shot action make it impractical for most big-game hunting or dynamic shooting. It’s a specialist’s tool—the best at what it does, but what it does is very specific.
Q: What optics and mounts work well with it?
A: You’ll want a high-magnification scope with target turrets. I’ve had great results with brands like Vortex Viper PST Gen II or Nightforce SHV series mounted in quality, matched rings from Seekins or Warne. The receiver is drilled and tapped for standard Savage short-action bases.
If you’re ready for a rifle that treats half-MOA groups as a starting point, the Savage Model 12 LRPV is waiting for you.
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