Howa USA Lightning Short .243 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 16.25″ Barrel

Product Description

The Howa USA Lightning Short is a .243 Win bolt-action rifle with a 16.25″ Lite Profile barrel. It is a compact package. Overall length is 38.75″, and the length of pull is 13.37″.

The muzzle is threaded 1/2×28, and the rifle is suppressor ready. That lets you mount a suppressor or a muzzle device that uses the same thread. The barrel has a 1:10″ twist. The HACT trigger and a three-position safety handle the controls. The magazine holds 4+1 rounds and uses a hinged floorplate.

Stock and setup

The HS Precision stock is green with black webbing. The rifle has no sights, so you will need an optic. It is drilled and tapped, which gives you a place to mount scope bases. Plan on a scope, bases, and rings before you head to the range.

This rifle suits hunters who want a short, handy .243 Win for stands, blinds, and truck rides. It also fits shooters who want a lighter rifle to carry. Good companions include a sling, a bipod, a suppressor with a matching thread mount, and a case for transport. Pick the ammunition your barrel shoots best and sight it in before the season.

Howa USA Lightning Short .243 Win Bolt-Action Rifle, 16.25" Barrel Specifications

Fits and Pairs With

• Winchester Repeating Arms Power-Point .243 WSSM 100 gr Ammo, 20 Rounds
• Federal Fusion, 243 Winchester, 95 Grain, Fusion Soft Point, 20 Round Box
• Winchester Ammunition Supreme, 243WIN, 95 Grain, 20 Round Box
• Winchester Ammunition Deer Season, 243 Win, 95 Grain, 20 Round Box

Ordering from Western Sport

Order online and we ship it to the licensed FFL dealer you choose near you — see how buying a gun online works. Western Sport has been a licensed FFL/SOT dealer since 2007, and everything we sell carries the full manufacturer warranty. Questions before you order? Send us a message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the Howa Lightning Short come with sights?

A: No. This rifle has no sights. It is drilled and tapped, so you can mount scope bases and an optic.

Q: Is the Howa Lightning Short threaded for a suppressor?

A: Yes. The muzzle is threaded 1/2×28, and the rifle is suppressor ready.

Q: How many rounds does the Howa Lightning Short hold?

A: 4+1 rounds. That is four in the magazine and one in the chamber. The magazine has a hinged floorplate.

Q: What is the barrel twist rate on this Howa .243 Win?

A: 1:10". The barrel is a 16.25" Lite Profile barrel.

Q: What is the length of pull on the Howa Lightning Short?

A: 13.37 inches. The rifle has an HS Precision stock and an overall length of 38.75 inches.

Warranty and Manufacturer

Covered by the Howa USA factory warranty; warranty terms come from Howa USA.

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