Heavy-barrel .223 Rem with laminate thumbhole stock and HACT two-stage trigger. Howa's factory varmint platform offering Japanese manufacturing precision at competitive American prices. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .223 Rem Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 2002, Japan Weight: 112 oz Overall length: 44.5" Status: Active Intended use: Varmint, Target