Description

The Howa Mini Hunter in .22 ARC pairs the compact Mini Action — engineered around smaller cartridge headspaces for improved rigidity and accuracy — with a 22″ barrel and a traditional walnut stock. The Mini Action uses a forged, lightened one-piece bolt with two locking lugs, an M-16-style extractor and ejector for reliable feeding and extraction, and stringent headspace specifications with bolt faces ground true and square to the chamber. Tool-less firing pin removal simplifies field maintenance, while large internal bolt handle geometry and pressure vent holes address both ergonomics and safety.

The two-stage match trigger provides a defined first stage takeup followed by a clean break, supporting consistent shot placement across a range of shooting applications. A three-position safety allows the action to be cycled with the safety engaged, a practical feature for hunting use. The walnut stock is pillar-bedded to maintain consistent receiver-to-stock fit under varying environmental conditions and incorporates a recoil pad and sling swivel studs. Howa specifies a Sub-MOA standard for three-shot groups at 100 yards using quality factory ammunition. The rifle ships with a 5-round detachable box magazine and is manufactured in Japan.

Key Features

• Firearm Type: Bolt-Action Rifle
• Action: Bolt-Action, two locking lugs; M-16-style extractor/ejector; three-position safety
• Caliber: .22 ARC
• Capacity: 5+1
• Barrel Length: 22″
• Overall Length: 41.5″
• Weight (Unloaded): 7.2 lbs.
• Frame / Receiver Material: Machined steel receiver
• Barrel Material: Cold-hammer-forged steel
• Trigger Type: Two-stage match trigger
• Sights: Not included (optics-ready receiver)
• Safety Features: Three-position safety (allows bolt cycling with safety engaged)
• Threaded Barrel: Not specified
• Stock: Pillar-bedded walnut with recoil pad and sling swivel studs
• Finish: Matte Blue (barrel/action); Walnut (stock)
• Accuracy Standard: Sub-MOA 3-shot group at 100 yards with quality factory ammunition
• Country of Manufacture: Japan

Use Case

• Chambered in .22 ARC on a compact Mini Action platform sized for smaller cartridge headspaces, providing enhanced receiver rigidity relative to standard long-action designs
• 22″ cold-hammer-forged barrel supports consistent bore geometry and velocity development suited to hunting and field applications
• Three-position safety allows the bolt to be cycled and the chamber cleared while the firearm remains on safe — practical for hunting scenarios
• Pillar-bedded walnut stock maintains consistent receiver fit under temperature and humidity changes, supporting repeatable accuracy
• Two-stage match trigger with defined first stage and clean break supports precise shot execution at range
• 5-round detachable box magazine enables fast reloads and easy unloading in the field; compatible magazine format shared across the Mini Action platform

Compliance & Legal Notes

• FFL Transfer Required: This firearm must ship to a licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) and will be transferred to the buyer in accordance with federal, state, and local law.
• Shipping Restrictions Apply: Some jurisdictions restrict or prohibit certain firearms or features. Orders may be modified or canceled if delivery is not legally permitted.
• Buyer Responsibility: The buyer is responsible for ensuring this firearm is legal to purchase, possess, and transfer in their jurisdiction.

Box / Package Contains

• One factory-new Howa Mini Hunter bolt-action rifle in .22 ARC
• One 5-round detachable box magazine
• Manufacturer lock
• Owner’s manual
• Factory accessories (if applicable)