Chiappa Little Badger .17 HMR Folding Rifle

The Chiappa Little Badger .17 HMR Folding Rifle (Chiappa part no. 500.145) brings a flat-shooting rimfire caliber to the same compact, takedown platform that’s made the Little Badger a favorite for backcountry and truck-gun use. It’s a hammer-fired, break-action single shot built around a 16.5-inch barrel, with adjustable sights letting a shooter dial in a genuine zero for small game or pest control at real distance. The skeletonized takedown frame folds flat, making it easy to stow in a pack or vehicle until it’s needed.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .17 HMR, a flat-shooting rimfire caliber for small game and pest control.
• Break-action single shot that folds for compact storage.
• Hammer-fired ignition system.
• 16.5-inch barrel for a balance of accuracy and packability.
• 1-in-16 twist rate matched to .17-caliber bullet weights.
• Folded or extended length of about 19.35 inches.
• Fitted with fully adjustable sights for a genuine zero.
• Ships at approximately 3.75 lbs.
• Hammer-fired action requires manually cocking the exposed hammer before each shot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose .17 HMR? It’s a flatter-shooting rimfire round than .22 LR or .22 WMR, useful for small game and pest control at extended range.

Does this rifle fold? Yes, the takedown frame folds flat for compact carry.

What’s the twist rate? 1-in-16, matched to standard .17-caliber rimfire loads.

Buy the Chiappa Little Badger .17 HMR Folding Rifle

A flatter-shooting caliber in the same packable takedown frame makes this Little Badger a solid pick for small-game hunters who want a bit more reach. See the rest of our single-shot rifles from Chiappa Firearms and order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.