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Most bolt guns chambered in 6.5 Grendel are built on actions sized for much bigger cartridges, which means wasted bolt travel and extra weight you never asked for. Howa took a different route with the M1500 Mini Action. The receiver is scaled down specifically for compact cartridges like the Grendel, so the bolt throw is noticeably shorter, cycling is quick, and the whole rifle feels trim and lively in the hands at 6.4 pounds.
The 6.5 Grendel punches well above its weight, with mild recoil and enough downrange energy for deer, hogs, and coyotes at practical hunting distances. This version wears a 22-inch cold hammer forged barrel with a 1:8 twist, which stabilizes the heavier 120 to 130 grain bullets that make the Grendel shine and squeezes out more velocity than the shorter carbine-length options. The muzzle comes threaded 5/8×24 with a cap, so adding a suppressor or muzzle brake is a five-minute job.
Howa actions have earned a loyal following for smooth cycling and machining quality that feels above the price point, and the Mini Action carries that forward. The one-piece forged bolt uses two locking lugs and runs slick right out of the box, the two-stage HACT trigger breaks clean without gritty takeup, and the three-position thumb safety lets you cycle the bolt with the trigger locked. The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases, and sling swivel studs are already in place.
The black HTI synthetic stock is pillar bedded for consistent accuracy and topped with a soft recoil pad, though the Grendel is gentle enough that you will barely notice it working. Feeding comes from a detachable 5-round magazine, giving you 5+1 on tap. Add a scope and a sling and you have a handy, soft-shooting rifle that works just as well from a deer stand as it does punching tight groups off the bench.
No sights or rail are included on this model. The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so you can mount your choice of bases or a one-piece rail. Howa Mini Action bases are widely available, just make sure whatever you buy is made for the Mini Action rather than the standard 1500 short action, since the footprint is different.
Howa scaled the entire receiver down to match compact cartridges like the 6.5 Grendel instead of leaving dead space in a short action. That gives you a roughly 12 percent shorter bolt throw, faster cycling, and less overall weight. It is one of the few factory actions truly sized for the Grendel.
Yes, within sensible ranges it is a proven deer and hog cartridge. With quality 120 to 129 grain hunting bullets, the Grendel delivers clean, ethical performance out to around 300 yards with very light recoil. The 22-inch barrel on this rifle wrings out extra velocity compared to the shorter carbine barrels most people associate with the cartridge.
The muzzle is threaded in the common 5/8×24 pattern, so most 30 caliber and 6.5mm suppressors and muzzle brakes thread right on. The mild-mannered Grendel cartridge pairs really well with a can, making this a popular setup for hog control and quiet range sessions.
| UPC | 682146375107 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HMA60602+ |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5mm Grendel |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 47 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 5 rd. |
| Package Height | 4.2 |
| Package Width | 10.0 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Shipping Weight | 7.6 |
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