The Howa 1500 Varmint in .223 Rem is a reliable Japanese-manufactured bolt-action with a 24-inch heavy barrel and two-stage HACT trigger, often sold as a barreled action for custom stock fitting. Type: Bolt-Action Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .223 Rem Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1990, Japan Weight: 145.6 oz Overall length: 43.75" Status: Active Intended use: Varmint, Target