The Howa M1500 Mini Action Carbon Stalker is a scaled-down bolt-action rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm (brand part no. HCBN762), built on Howa’s shortened Mini Action receiver sized specifically for compact cartridges instead of a full-length action carrying unnecessary bulk. A carbon fiber-wrapped stock trims the rifle down to a genuinely light carry weight, making it an easy companion for still-hunting or a long day covering ground. The 7.62x39mm chambering keeps ammunition costs low and recoil mild while still delivering solid terminal performance on deer-sized game inside normal hunting range. With a 5+1 round detachable magazine, the Mini Action Carbon Stalker gives hunters a lightweight, purpose-built rifle rather than a shortened version of a standard-length gun.

Key Specifications

• The Mini Action receiver is scaled specifically for compact cartridges, trimming size and weight versus a standard-length action.
• A 1-in-9.45 rate of twist stabilizes standard 7.62x39mm bullet weights.
• The 5+1 round detachable magazine keeps ammunition ready without adding bulk.
• The carbon fiber-wrapped stock keeps the rifle genuinely lightweight for all-day carry.
• At roughly 7.25 lbs shipping weight, this is one of the lighter bolt-action rifles in its class.
• Chambered in 7.62 x 39mm, the round this rifle is built around.
• Measures 47 inches overall, a manageable length for field carry and storage.
• The barrel measures 18 inches.
• Overall length measures 47 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber does the Mini Action Carbon Stalker chamber? It is chambered in 7.62x39mm, a mild-recoiling round effective on deer-sized game at normal hunting range.

Why is this called a Mini Action? It uses a shortened receiver sized specifically for compact cartridges, cutting weight compared to a standard-length action.

How many rounds does the magazine hold? It holds 5 rounds plus one in the chamber.

Buy the Howa M1500 Mini Action Carbon Stalker Rifle

Hunters who want a genuinely lightweight bolt gun without sacrificing Howa’s accuracy reputation will appreciate the Mini Action Carbon Stalker. Browse more of our bolt-action rifles and order this one from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.