The Howa M1500 Superlite Gen 2 in .308 Win (brand part no. HHSSL308BLK-16) shortens the barrel to 16.25 inches for a compact, easy-handling rifle finished in black. Howa threads the muzzle 1/2×28 for a suppressor or brake and equips the rifle with a 3-position safety for safe field carry. Among bolt guns in the bolt action rifles category, this short-barrel Superlite favors hunters who want a compact .308 that still handles well in the field.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .308 Win (7.62×51 NATO), one of the most widely available precision cartridges.
• The barrel uses a 1:10-inch twist for consistent accuracy across common .308 bullet weights.
• The 16.25-inch barrel keeps this Superlite short and easy to maneuver.
• The muzzle is threaded 1/2×28, ready for a suppressor or brake.
• Built on the proven Howa 1500 bolt-action receiver.
• Finished in black for a low-maintenance, all-purpose look.
• Feeds from a 5-round detachable magazine.
• The 3-position safety allows load, carry, and unload without cycling the bolt.
• Overall length runs about 46.45 inches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, the 16.25-inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28 for a suppressor or brake.

What magazine capacity does this rifle hold? It feeds from a 5-round detachable magazine.

Buy the Howa M1500 Superlite Gen 2 .308 Win, 16.25-Inch

A compact, threaded-barrel .308 built on the reliable Howa 1500 action. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.