How to Install a Savage Bipod

Installing a bipod on a firearm is a straightforward process that can significantly enhance your shooting stability and accuracy, especially when shooting from prone or supported positions. Before using your firearm with the new Savage bipod, ensure it is correctly installed and functions as expected to guarantee a safe and effective shooting experience. The new Savage bipod is offered in two configurations – sling stud installation and M-LOK installation. This guide will show you how to install a Savage bipod using both attachment methods.

WARNING: Always ensure that the firearm is unloaded before installing, removing, or adjusting a bipod. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Ensure that your workspace is void of ammunition at all times. The magazine should be removed from the firearm and the bolt should be open. The safety should be set to the Full Safe position.

How to Install a Savage Bipod with a Sling Stud

It may be easiest to install the bipod with the legs deployed down. The suggested installation should have the cant tension lever facing rearward towards the buttstock.

1. Rotate the thumb wheel counterclockwise to move the coupler into the upward position. 
2. Press the button to create space for the sling stud in the top of the bipod head. 
   
3. Insert the sling stud and release the button. 
   
4. Make sure the tear drop shaped coupler sits flush with the bipod.
5. Tighten by rotating the thumb wheel clockwise.

How to Install a Savage Bipod with M-LOK

It may be easiest to install the bipod with the legs deployed down. The suggested installation should have the cant tension lever facing rearward towards the buttstock.

1. Ensure that the M-LOK T-Nut is threaded onto the screw with about 3.5mm of space between the nut and the bipod head.
2. With the T-Nut parallel to the M-LOK slots, insert the bipod.
   
3. Using a 1/8” hex key, rotate the screws 90-degrees so the T-Nut engages the back of the slots. Pull down slightly on the bipod to hold the T-Nuts in place. 
4. Using a 1/8" hex key, tighten the screws fully clockwise until the bipod is flush with the forend. 
   

Once you have your new Savage bipod installed on your firearm, check out this guide on how to adjust the bipod to customize its positioning for better stability and accuracy.

If you have any questions about your Savage, please refer to your owner’s manual and call our customer service team at 1-800-370-0708 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm ET).