Precision rifle is one of the world's fastest growing shooting sports, thanks in part to organizations like the Precision Rifle Series  and the National Rifle League. 

Today I present to you one example of the rifles driving this craze: the Savage 110 Elite Precision chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor, married to a Modular Driven Technologies ACC chassis. I say one example, because there are so many great examples it would be daunting to list them all. 

Today’s subject is a great starting example. Precision and long-range shooting were once a rich man’s game using only custom-built rifles. This rifle is every bit as competitive and is much easier to obtain for mainstream shooters who want to get into the precision shooting circuit.
 

Table of Contents

The Savage Model 110
The MDT ACC Chassis
Specs
But How Comfortable Is It?
In the Field
Pros & Cons
In Closing

The Savage Model 110

Savage has been in the bolt-action rifle business for a long time. With the 110 Elite Precision, the company has done a good job of offering an affordable rifle that punches above its weight. Back when precision shooting was all about custom rifles, Savage’s Model 10 or 110 was often the choice for an effective donor action that wouldn’t break the bank.

The model we’re testing today uses Savage’s popular AccuTrigger, floating bolt head, and tang-mounted safety. These are common and popular features for the Savage and have been well tested over the past decade. 

On top of the tubular action is a 20-MOA scope mounting rail, also common on long-range rifles. The base gives a canted starting point for your scope, which allows a wider range of travel for the internal movement of your reticle while keeping it farther from the extreme ends of its travel. 

The 26-inch stainless barrel features a heavy profile and a 1:8 twist. The threaded muzzle carries a dual-port muzzle brake to help reduce recoil. Before the Fudds chime in about 6.5 Creedmoor being weak and not in need of recoil reduction, let’s make it clear: recoil reduction in competitive shooting isn’t about weakness. It’s about spotting your own hits and misses. Muzzle brakes keep you on target so you can hopefully see your impact.
 

Related Review: Savage 110 Bolt Action in 6.5 Creedmoor
 

The MDT ACC Chassis

MDT has been building precision rifle chassis for quite some time, and the ACC rifle chassis is one of its more popular competition models. It’s compatible with many of the more popular rifle actions, built from aluminum, and features a skeletonized buttstock with completely adjustable positions. The adjustable pistol grip also allows customization, making the rifle as comfortable as possible for the user. 

The chassis is also compatible with the standard Accuracy International pattern magazines, which is a must-have nowadays. The foregrip of the rifle is M-LOK compatible to allow adding weights, barricade stops, or any other accessory for PRS-type shooting. A built-in ARCA rail on the bottom of the foregrip allows rapid attachment of other support accessories and mounting the rifle on a tripod.
 

Related: Most Common Accessories for Precision Rifle Shooting
 

Specs

• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
• Barrel: 26-inch stainless steel
• Muzzle: Threaded 1:8 twist, dual-port muzzle brake
• Trigger: Savage AccuTrigger
• Chassis: Modular Driven Technologies ACC
• Magazines: AICS pattern
• MSRP: Under $2,000
• M-LOK compatible
• ARCA rail
   

But how comfortable is it?

I wasted no time prepping the rifle for the range. I added a Harris bipod mounted to an ARCA clamp for easy adjustment on the ACC ARCA rail. For a scope, I wanted something that would match the rifle’s needs, so I mounted my Kahles K318i in a set of Vortex rings. Once everything was together, I laid behind the rifle to adjust everything to my taste.

As I lay on the firing line, looking through my little Kahles, I couldn’t help but think, “This rifle is quite comfortable.” And in no time, I would produce some great results because of it.
 

In the field

I loaded a magazine with my Hornady Match ammo, closed the bolt, and focused on the target. I tightened my grip against the trigger and pressed till it broke. It felt great, and the recoil was linear and even. I ran the bolt fast and fired another, continuing until the mag was empty.

The titanium nitride-coated bolt of the Savage 110 action was smooth as could be. It was easy to keep shots on target, though the best I could get the rifle to group was around half MOA. My average was more like .75 MOA. Not bad but also not what competitors would look for – competition rifles often shoot sub-half MOA and even as small as .4 or .3 MOA.
 

I ran the rifle through an afternoon of shooting, burning up my ammunition. It was enjoyable and ended up teaching me a few things. I also added an Accuracy Solutions bipod extender to see how it affected shooting with this rifle, and the results were steadier.

The MDT chassis played a big part in my comfort and ability to shoot the rifle well. I was quite pleased with how it felt in my shoulder, and adjusted properly, it was a perfect fit for me.
 

Pros & Cons

Overall, I think the rifle is an outstanding piece of work. Chassis and rifle fit very well together, but I do wish I had achieved better accuracy. This rifle is not new, so I have no idea how many rounds it has downrange, but it wouldn’t surprise me if it were excessive.

The chassis is easily and quickly adjusted to fit any shooter, and its forend is adaptable to accept accessories with its M-LOK slots and ARCA rail at the bottom. The feel of the chassis was excellent, with a naturally occurring “gas-pedal” for the thumb (if you don’t know, you gotta look that one up).

The Savage action is like every other Savage action I’ve shot – not exactly tight but still runs like a sewing machine. All these years later, I still don’t particularly care for the AccuTrigger. I usually take them off on personal rifles, but I must admit it is not bad. The muzzle brake was very effective at reducing recoil and keeping the rifle on target.

Pros:

• MDT ACC chassis – adjustable, excellent feel
• M-LOK slots and ARCA rail for accessories
• Smooth Savage action 
• AccuTrigger
• Muzzle brake

Cons:

• Accuracy could be better
   

In Closing

Despite being a little bit let down by this particular rifle’s accuracy, l liked this setup. With a drop-in barrel replacement, it could be back in sub-half MOA accuracy if needed, and everything about it would help any shooter in a competitive shooting scenario.

There are a great many precision rifles out there, and this particular model would be a great option for someone looking to break into the circuit. With an MSRP under $2,000, it is cheaper than other options, and I think the Savage Elite Precision is a fine choice.