Howa M1500 Gamepro | .243 Win | 22″ Barrel | HGP2243B

The Howa M1500 Gamepro is a bolt-action .243 Winchester sporting rifle offered as a packaged hunting/sporting setup. It features a 22″ threaded, hammer-forged barrel, a Hogue OverMolded synthetic stock with pillar bedding and recoil pad, and a two-stage HACT trigger. Sources list an included scope as part of the package, though the exact scope specification varies across supplied data (see notes).

For a companion optic under $1000, a versatile choice is the Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40—clear, durable, and appropriate for varmint and small-game work with a .243. Recommended applications for this rifle include small-game/varmint hunting and entry-level precision or sport shooting.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 682146398663.
• The caliber is .243 Winchester.
• The action is Bolt Action.
• The barrel measures 22 inches and is threaded.
• The overall length is 42.25 inches.
• The rifle weighs 7.8 lbs..
• The stock is a Hogue OverMolded synthetic with pillar bedding and a recoil pad.
• The finish is Matte Blue/Black metal color.
• The rifle ships with a removable magazine (capacity sources conflict—see notes).
• The bolt is a forged one-piece bolt with two locking lugs.
• The trigger is a Two-stage HACT trigger.
• The safety is a three-position safety.
• The muzzle is threaded to 1/2×28.
• The receiver is drilled and tapped for scope bases.

This package pairs a reliable Howa 1500 action with an ergonomic Hogue stock and a mounted scope, delivering a ready-to-hunt/sporting setup out of the box. The combination favors shooters who want a stable, factory-bedded platform with a quality two-stage trigger and the ability to use muzzle accessories via the threaded barrel. Build quality and practical features make this rifle suitable for field use and introduction to precision-style shooting.

Product description text supplied with the item calls it a “perfect blend for a lightweight, entry level match or sporting rifle,” reflecting the intended role and target buyer for this package.