The Howa Superlite Gen 2 in .243 Winchester (brand part no. HHSSL243TAN) pairs the lightweight Howa 1500 action with a tan-finished stock, giving hunters a mild-recoiling rifle that’s easy to carry all day. Howa threads the 20-inch barrel for a suppressor or brake, and the .243’s light recoil makes it a favorite for younger or recoil-sensitive hunters. Among bolt guns in the bolt action rifles category, this tan Superlite suits hunters who want a light-carrying .243 for deer-sized game.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .243 Winchester with a 1-in-10-inch rate of twist.
• The 20-inch barrel is threaded for a suppressor or brake.
• Built on the Howa 1500 bolt-action receiver, finished in tan.
• Feeds from a detachable magazine, giving 3+1 capacity.
• Weighs approximately 6.7 pounds.
• A 2-stage match trigger gives a crisp, consistent break for precise shot placement.
• The HS Precision stock pairs an aluminum bedding block with a durable composite shell.
• The cold hammer-forged barrel is threaded 1/2×28 for a suppressor or muzzle device.
• Backed by Howa’s sub-MOA accuracy guarantee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the barrel threaded? Yes, the 20-inch barrel is threaded for a suppressor or brake.

What is the on-hand capacity? One in the chamber plus a detachable 3-round magazine, for 3+1 capacity.

Buy the Howa Superlite Gen 2 .243 Winchester, Tan

A light-carrying .243 built on the trusted Howa 1500 action, finished for arid terrain. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.