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Anyone who has humped a 9 pound rifle up a ridge knows why the Superlite Gen2 exists. Howa built this one on a reduced short action that sits between their Mini Action and standard short action, trimming ounces everywhere they could without giving up the tight tolerances the 1500 platform is known for. The result is a .308 Win that comes in around 4 pounds 15 ounces bare, and Howa still backs it with a sub-MOA guarantee. That combination of light weight and real accuracy is exactly what backcountry hunters have been asking for.
The big story on the Gen2 is the stock. This version wears an HS Precision synthetic stock built specifically for the Superlite platform, blending Kevlar, fiberglass, and carbon fiber with aluminum bedding for a solid, repeatable fit between action and stock. The OD Green finish with black webbing looks sharp and shrugs off weather that would have a wood stock swelling and shifting your zero. Up front, the 20 inch cold hammer forged barrel carries a 1:10 twist that stabilizes the full range of popular .308 bullet weights, and the muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28 with the suppressor crowd in mind. Add a can and you have a quiet, packable rig that still balances well.
The rest of the rifle is classic Howa done right. The two-stage HACT match trigger breaks clean and helps you get the most out of that accuracy guarantee. A three-position safety lets you cycle the bolt with the trigger locked, the M16-style extractor and ejector pull brass reliably in cold and grit, and the receiver comes drilled and tapped so mounting a scope is straightforward. Feeding comes from a flush-fit detachable magazine with a 3+1 capacity, so nothing snags on brush or pack straps. Whether you are climbing into a stand or chasing elk timber, this is a rifle built to be carried a lot and shot with confidence when it counts.
Yes. The 20 inch barrel comes threaded 1/2×28 from the factory with a thread protector installed, so you can spin on a suppressor or muzzle brake without a trip to a gunsmith. Keep in mind many .30 caliber cans use a 5/8×24 mount, so you may need a thread adapter or a different mount for your specific suppressor.
Howa backs this rifle with a sub-MOA guarantee, which is impressive for something under 5 pounds. The cold hammer forged barrel, aluminum-bedded HS Precision stock, and two-stage match trigger all work together to deliver that kind of consistency. As with any lightweight barrel, letting it cool between groups will show you its best performance.
No optic or rail is included with this model. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so you can mount a Picatinny rail or two-piece bases made for the Howa 1500 short action pattern. Lightweight rings and a compact scope pair nicely with this rifle if keeping the total package under 6.5 pounds is the goal.
The biggest change is the stock. The Gen2 moves to an HS Precision synthetic stock built from Kevlar, fiberglass, and carbon fiber with aluminum bedding, replacing the Stocky's carbon fiber stock on the first generation. The action itself is a unique reduced short action that splits the difference between Howa's Mini Action and standard short action, keeping weight down while handling full-power .308 loads.
| UPC | 682146888836 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HHSSL308ODG |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 20" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .308 / 7.62 NATO |
| Capacity | 3 + 1 |
| Color | Green, Black |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 3 rd. |
| Package Height | 2.8 |
| Package Width | 7.4 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | 3 Position |
| Shipping Weight | 6.4 |
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