The Howa 1500 in .243 Winchester with a 20-inch barrel is the compact deer and varmint configuration, providing a shorter overall length without meaningful velocity loss from the .243 Win cartridge. Practical for dense-brush deer hunting and for shooters who prefer a more maneuverable platform. The standard 1500 accuracy is unchanged. Type: Rifle Action: Bolt-Action Caliber: .243 Win Capacity: 5 Year introduced: 1990, Japan Weight: 7.25 oz Overall length: 40.5" Status: Active Intended use: Hunting, Varmint / Predator