The Howa M1500 Mini-Action rifle in .22 ARC with a Super Deluxe walnut stock (brand part no. HWH22ARCLUX) pairs a compact mini-action receiver with a premium checkered walnut stock for shooters who want a traditional look on a modern cartridge. Howa builds the 22-inch barrel with a 1:7-inch twist suited to the .22 ARC’s heavier-for-caliber bullets, and a detachable 5-round magazine with a hinged floorplate supports quick reloads. A three-position safety and recoil pad round out the build. Among premium-stocked bolt action rifles, this M1500 Mini-Action configuration favors varmint and predator hunters who want classic styling on a modern platform.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .22 ARC, a modern high-velocity varmint and predator round.
• The barrel measures 22 inches with a 1:7-inch twist for heavier .22 ARC bullets.
• The stock is a Super Deluxe walnut design with checkering.
• The magazine uses a hinged floorplate holding 5 rounds.
• The safety is a three-position design for added carry flexibility.
• The unloaded weight is 6.1 pounds, keeping the rifle nimble for varmint hunting.
• The overall length is 46.15 inches.
• This rifle ships without factory-installed sights.
• The action is bolt-action, manually cycled for reliable, repeatable accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mini-action design for? It’s a compact receiver sized for smaller cartridges like .22 ARC, keeping the rifle light and quick-handling.

What twist rate does this barrel use? A 1:7-inch twist, matched to the heavier bullet weights .22 ARC is designed to stabilize.

Buy the Howa M1500 Mini-Action, .22 ARC

Classic walnut styling on a modern mini-action platform is exactly what this M1500 delivers for varmint hunters. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.