The Model 88 in .243 Winchester was designed for varmint hunting and deer at longer ranges. The hammerless lever-action with rotating bolt achieved sub-MOA accuracy with quality handloads, unusual for lever-actions of the era. Type: Lever-Action Rifle Action: Lever Caliber: .243 Win Capacity: 4 Year introduced: 1956, USA Weight: 77 oz Overall length: 42.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: Hunting, Collector