Description
The Howa APC .22-250 Rem *Rifle Only* is a purpose-built, modular precision rifle. It features a 24-inch threaded barrel, a Hogue pistol grip, a fully adjustable LUTH-AR MBA-4 stock in a Flat Dark Earth/Multicam pattern, and comes with a magazine kit and a 10-round capacity. This is a dedicated, long-range varmint and predator hunting platform designed for shooters who want modern chassis ergonomics and adjustability without a custom build price tag. I’ve put a few boxes of Hornady V-Max through one, and the potential for tight groups is immediately apparent.
Key Features
- Modular APC Chassis: Built on Howa’s reliable barreled action, the APC (Advanced Precision Chassis) system provides a rigid, free-floated foundation for accuracy.
- 24-Inch #6 Threaded Barrel: The longer barrel maximizes the .22-250’s high velocity, and the 1/2″-28 threads are ready for your muzzle device or suppressor—no gunsmithing required.
- Fully Adjustable LUTH-AR MBA-4 Stock: Length of pull, cheek riser height, and buttpad angle are all tunable to fit you perfectly behind the scope.
- Hogue OverMolded Grip: Provides a secure, comfortable hold in all conditions, a significant upgrade over a basic A2-style grip.
- Magazine Kit Included: Comes ready to accept detachable box magazines (10-round capacity included), a major functional upgrade over internal magazine systems.
Specifications & Details
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .22-250 Remington |
| Barrel | 24″, Threaded 1/2″-28 (#6 Profile) |
| Stock | LUTH-AR MBA-4, FDE/Multicam |
| Grip | Hogue OverMolded |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 Rounds (Detachable Box) |
| Action | Howa 1500 Short Action |
Here’s the thing—this rifle is built for a specific job. The .22-250 Remington cartridge is a flat-shooting laser beam, famous for its blistering speed and relatively mild recoil. That 24-inch barrel is key to unlocking that performance, giving the powder plenty of time to burn and push lightweight varmint bullets to extreme velocities. The chassis itself is rock-solid, and the LUTH-AR stock is a proven component in the precision world, compatible with many aftermarket AR-15 buffer tube accessories if you ever wanted to swap it. The total package weight, unloaded and without optics, sits around the 9 to 10-pound mark, which is manageable for a walk-and-stalk setup but really shines from a bipod or bench rest.
Who This Rifle Is For
This is for the hunter who spends more time scanning bean fields and pastures than deep woods. It’s for the shooter who wants to reach out and touch prairie dogs, coyotes, or bobcats at distances where other cartridges start to drop significantly. It’s also a fantastic entry point for someone wanting to learn long-range fundamentals without the punishing recoil or cost of a larger caliber. If you’re tired of traditional hunting stocks that don’t fit quite right, this chassis system’s adjustability is a game-solver. At $962.33, it bridges the gap between a basic hunting rifle and a full-blown custom rig.
Pros & Cons
Pros: The out-of-the-box accuracy potential from the Howa action and heavy-contour barrel is excellent. The adjustable stock makes getting a perfect cheek weld and eye relief straightforward. The threaded barrel and magazine system are modern features you’d typically have to add aftermarket. The FDE/Multicam finish is both practical and looks sharp.
Cons: It’s not a lightweight mountain rifle—this is a purpose-built tool. The .22-250 is known for barrel throat erosion with extremely high round counts, but that’s a characteristic of the cartridge, not the rifle. You are buying the rifle only, so budgeting for a quality optic, rings, and a bipod is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of scope base does this rifle use?
A: The Howa 1500 short action uses a standard Remington 700 short action footprint for scope bases. This is a huge benefit, as you have endless options from brands like Warne, Leupold, and EGW.
Q: Is the magazine proprietary?
A: It uses Howa-specific detachable box magazines. The kit includes one 10-rounder, and additional magazines are readily available from Howa and several aftermarket suppliers.
Q: Is this rifle suitable for deer hunting in Missouri?
A: While the .22-250 is legal for deer in some states, I would not recommend it for Missouri whitetail. It’s a varmint/predator round. For ethical deer hunting here, consider a chambering like .243 Win or 6.5 Creedmoor in the same APC platform.
This Howa APC package delivers serious capability without the custom shop wait or price. It’s a drop-in ready platform that ships to Missouri and compliant US states. If you’re looking to extend your effective range on coyotes or just want a highly tunable, accurate rifle for the bench, this one deserves a close look. Check availability on our site.
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