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The 22 ARC was built to squeeze serious downrange performance out of a compact cartridge, and Howa's Mini Action is one of the few bolt guns sized to match it. Instead of dropping a small round into a full-size receiver, Howa scaled the whole action down, which trims weight and shortens the bolt throw noticeably. Cycling is quick and positive, and the rifle just feels right for its chambering rather than like a short action with wasted space.
The 22 inch barrel gives the 22 ARC room to build velocity, and the 1:7 twist rate handles the long, heavy-for-caliber bullets that make this cartridge shine on predators, varmints, and steel past where most .22 centerfires start running out of steam. The muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28, so adding a suppressor or brake takes a few seconds and a wrench. Howa hammer forges its barrels and machines the barreled actions to tight tolerances, which is a big part of why these rifles have a reputation for shooting better than their price class suggests. The two-stage HACT trigger breaks clean and predictable right out of the box, no tinkering required.
The green synthetic stock keeps overall weight manageable and won't complain about rain, mud, or a season's worth of truck rides. Sling swivel studs come installed, and the receiver arrives drilled and tapped since you'll want an optic to take advantage of what this cartridge can do at distance. A three-position safety lets you cycle the bolt with the trigger blocked, a handy touch when unloading at the end of a hunt.
A detachable 5-round magazine ships with the rifle, giving you 5+1 on board with quick reloads when the prairie dog town is busy. If you have been looking for a light, accurate walking varminter or a do-more coyote rig that runs quiet with a can, this one checks the boxes without emptying your wallet.
No sights or rail are included. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so you can mount a Picatinny rail or traditional bases made for the Howa Mini Action and pair it with the optic of your choice. Given what the 22 ARC can do at distance, most owners set these up with a quality scope right away.
The 22 inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28, which is the most common pitch for .22 caliber muzzle devices and suppressors. Just spin off the thread protector and attach your can or brake. The 22 ARC suppresses nicely and makes a great quiet coyote and varmint setup.
Yes, the 1:7 twist is exactly what this cartridge was designed around. It stabilizes long, high-BC bullets in the 75 to 90 grain range, which is where the 22 ARC really separates itself from older .22 centerfires. Lighter varmint bullets shoot fine through it as well.
Howa scaled the entire receiver and bolt down to fit compact cartridges like the 22 ARC, rather than using a short action with a spacer. The result is a lighter rifle with a shorter bolt throw, which means faster cycling and less movement behind the scope between shots. It also ships with Howa's two-stage HACT trigger, which is a genuinely good factory trigger.
| UPC | 682146886290 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HMA22ARCG |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 ARC |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 46.3000 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 5 rd. |
| Package Height | 2.7 |
| Package Width | 7.4 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | 3 Position |
| Shipping Weight | 7.7 |
| Sights | No |
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