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Howa set out to build a true mountain rifle without the custom shop price tag, and the Superlite Gen 2 is the result. The headline numbers are hard to ignore: right around 4.9 pounds bare and sub MOA accuracy from a cold hammer forged 20 inch barrel. The trick is the receiver itself. Instead of dropping a standard short action into a skinny stock, Howa machined a reduced footprint action that sits between their Mini and standard short action, trimming weight where most lightweight rifles never touch.
The big upgrade over the first generation is the stock. This one wears an HS Precision composite built specifically for the Superlite platform, blending Kevlar, fiberglass, and carbon fiber over a full aluminum bedding block. That bedding block matters on a rifle this light, giving the barreled action a rigid, repeatable foundation so your zero stays put from the truck to the treeline. The OD Green finish with black webbing looks sharp and shrugs off weather, and the blued barreled action keeps things classic. Howa's HACT two-stage match trigger breaks clean, and the three-position safety lets you cycle the bolt with the trigger locked. You also get the M16 style extractor and one-piece forged bolt that have earned the 1500 action its reputation since 1979.
The 20 inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28 and ready for a suppressor or brake, and the 1:8 twist stabilizes the heavy, high BC bullets that make 6.5 Creedmoor such a favorite for deer, antelope, and open country work. A flush-fit detachable box magazine holds three rounds and keeps the belly of the rifle snag free. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so mount a compact scope in lightweight rings and you are still looking at a complete setup under six pounds.
Backcountry elk hunts, ridgeline mule deer, or just a rifle that will not wear you out on the walk in, the Superlite Gen 2 delivers where it counts. Pack light, shoot straight.
The 20 inch barrel version comes in right around 4.9 pounds bare, or 4 pounds 15 ounces by Howa's numbers. Even with a compact scope and lightweight rings mounted, most setups stay under six pounds. That puts it in real mountain rifle territory without stepping up to a full custom build.
Yes, the 20 inch cold hammer forged barrel comes threaded from the factory in a 1/2×28 pattern with a thread protector. If your suppressor uses a 5/8×24 mount, a simple thread adapter gets you there. The 20 inch length also keeps overall length manageable once a can is attached.
The biggest change is the stock. The Gen 2 wears an HS Precision composite made from Kevlar, fiberglass, and carbon fiber with a full aluminum bedding block, which gives the action a much more rigid and consistent foundation than the previous setup. The reduced short action, HACT two-stage trigger, and threaded barrel carry over.
Howa backs the Superlite Gen 2 with a sub MOA guarantee, and the 1500 barreled action has a long track record of accuracy going back to 1979. The 1:8 twist barrel handles the heavier 6.5 Creedmoor match and hunting bullets well. As with any lightweight rifle, quality ammo and good shooting fundamentals make the difference.
| UPC | 682146888959 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HHSSL65CRODG |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 20" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5mm Creedmoor |
| Capacity | 3 + 1 |
| Color | Green, Black |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 3 rd. |
| Package Height | 2.7 |
| Package Width | 7.4 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | 3 Position |
| Shipping Weight | 6.65 |
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