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Anyone who has packed a 9-pound rifle up a ridge knows why the Superlite Gen2 exists. Howa took their proven 1500 action and built a reduced-footprint receiver that sits between their Mini Action and a standard short action, trimming steel everywhere it wasn't needed. The result is a 7mm-08 that weighs 4 pounds 15 ounces bare and measures just 38.75 inches overall. That's the kind of rifle you stop noticing on your shoulder around mile three, and it still carries Howa's sub-MOA accuracy guarantee.
The stock is where a lot of ultralight rifles cut corners, and Howa didn't. This one wears a genuine HS Precision stock in OD green with black webbing, built from carbon fiber, Kevlar, and fiberglass around a full aluminum bedding block. That block gives the barreled action a rigid, consistent foundation, which matters a lot when you're trying to keep a featherweight rifle shooting tight. Up top, the two-stage match trigger breaks clean and predictable, and the three-position safety lets you cycle the bolt with the trigger still blocked. A flush-fitting detachable magazine keeps the belly of the rifle snag-free with 3+1 on board.
The 7mm-08 Remington is one of the best all-around deer and antelope cartridges going, with enough punch for elk at reasonable ranges and recoil that stays polite in a light rifle. The 20-inch barrel runs a 1:9.5 twist that stabilizes the common 140 to 150 grain hunting bullets well, and the muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28 with a cap, so adding a suppressor or brake is a two-minute job. Taming the report and recoil with a can turns this into an exceptionally pleasant rig to hunt with.
The matte blue steel receiver comes drilled and tapped, and there are no iron sights, so plan on a scope from day one. Keep the glass light and this whole package stays comfortably under 7 pounds ready to hunt, which is exactly what you want for tree stands, backcountry treks, and long days on foot.
The 20-inch barrel version comes in at 4 pounds 15 ounces unloaded, so it's genuinely under 5 pounds before you mount glass. Pair it with a lightweight scope and rings and you can keep the whole hunting setup well under 7 pounds. That makes it a strong pick for mountain hunts and long walks to the stand.
Yes. The 20-inch barrel is factory threaded 1/2×28 and ships with a thread protector, so a suppressor or muzzle brake spins right on. A can pairs nicely with the mild-recoiling 7mm-08 in a rifle this light.
It ships without iron sights, but the receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases. You'll want to pick up bases or a rail that fits the Howa 1500 pattern along with rings for your optic. Keeping the scope on the lighter side preserves what makes this rifle special.
Howa backs this rifle with a sub-MOA accuracy guarantee, which is impressive for something under 5 pounds. The HS Precision stock uses a full aluminum bedding block for a rigid, repeatable action fit, and the two-stage match trigger helps you make the most of it. With quality ammo, it's fully capable at practical hunting distances.
| UPC | 682146889031 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HHSSL708ODG |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | RIFLE |
| Barrel Length | 20" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 7mm-08 REMINGTON |
| 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 | 6.6 |
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