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Most bolt guns chambered in 6.5 Grendel are built on short actions that leave a lot of wasted space around the cartridge. Howa took a different route and scaled the whole receiver down to fit the round, and the result is a rifle that feels quick, tight, and purpose-built. The Mini Action gives you a shorter bolt throw than a standard short action, faster cycling from the shoulder, and a lighter package overall, which matters when you're hiking ridgelines for coyotes or still-hunting timber for deer.
The 6.5 Grendel is one of those cartridges that punches well above its size, pushing sleek 120 to 123 grain bullets with mild recoil and surprisingly good downrange manners. The 22 inch barrel wrings out extra velocity from the little case, and the 1:8 twist stabilizes the heavier match and hunting bullets the Grendel is known for. The muzzle comes threaded 5/8×24, so adding a brake or suppressor is a simple twist-on affair. Howa's forged one-piece bolt with two locking lugs, a three-position safety, and the smooth two-stage H.A.C.T. trigger round out an action that has earned a loyal following among accuracy-minded folks on a working budget.
The olive drab green HTI synthetic stock is pillar bedded for consistency shot to shot, and it wears a soft recoil pad and sling swivel studs so it's ready to carry from day one. At roughly 6 pounds bare and 41.5 inches overall, this rifle balances nicely offhand and rides comfortably in a truck or on a pack.
The receiver comes drilled and tapped, so pick out a set of Mini Action bases or a rail, mount your glass, and go find a load it likes. Owners regularly report tight groups with quality factory ammo, and the detachable 5-round magazine keeps reloads quick at the bench. For a do-it-all light rifle that covers varmints through whitetails, this one is tough to argue with.
No, it ships without sights or bases. The receiver is drilled and tapped, so you'll want a set of Howa Mini Action bases or a one-piece rail before mounting a scope. Make sure whatever you buy is made for the Mini Action specifically, since standard short action mounts won't line up.
Howa scaled the receiver down to match the 6.5 Grendel's compact case instead of chambering it in a larger action. That gives you a shorter, faster bolt throw, a stiffer receiver, and a lighter rifle overall. It's a big part of why these little guns have such a strong reputation for handling and accuracy.
Yes. The 22 inch barrel comes threaded in the common 5/8×24 pattern, so most 30 caliber and 6.5mm suppressors and brakes will spin right on. The mild-mannered Grendel cartridge pairs really well with a can.
It is, within sensible ranges. With quality 120 to 129 grain hunting bullets the Grendel delivers plenty of penetration and expansion for whitetail and hogs, and the 1:8 twist in this barrel stabilizes those heavier bullets well. Recoil is light too, which makes it a great pick for newer hunters and smaller-framed folks.
| UPC | 682146375220 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HMA60603+ |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 22" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 6.5mm Grendel |
| Capacity | 5 + 1 |
| Color | Olive Drab Green |
| Length | 47 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 5 rd. |
| Package Height | 2.8 |
| Package Width | 7.4 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Shipping Weight | 7.6 |
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