HOWA M1500 Superlite Gen2 | .308 Win | 16.25in | HHSSL308BLK-16

The HOWA M1500 Superlite Gen 2 is a lightweight bolt-action sporting rifle chambered in .308 / 7.62 NATO with a 16.25-inch threaded barrel and HS Precision synthetic stock. It pairs a two-stage match trigger with a blued steel receiver drilled and tapped for optics, delivering a compact, versatile platform. For a dedicated optic under $1,000 that complements this rifle’s capabilities, consider the Vortex Viper PST Gen II 3-15×44 for medium-range precision and hunting applications.

Applications: medium-sized game hunting and precision target shooting are both well suited to this platform.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Howa.
• The model is M1500 Superlite Gen 2.
• The manufacturer part number is HHSSL308BLK-16.
• The caliber is .308 / 7.62 NATO.
• The barrel measures 16.25 inches.
• The barrel description is threaded 1/2-28.
• The rate of twist is 1:10.
• The action type is Bolt Action.
• The stock is HS Precision synthetic in black.
• The finish is blued steel.
• The trigger is a two-stage match design.
• The weight is listed as 4.9 pounds.
• The magazine capacity is reported as inconsistent across sources; see notes.
• The overall length is reported as inconsistent across sources; see notes.
• The UPC is 682146888904.

This Superlite Gen 2 balances reduced carry weight with a practical, threaded short barrel and an HS Precision synthetic stock that holds zero and resists the elements. The drilled-and-tapped receiver and lightweight profile make it a sensible choice for shooters who want a compact .308 platform for field use or precision practice. The two-stage match trigger and stable stock geometry help the rifle perform well where consistent triggers and repeatable ergonomics matter.