Howa 1500 Carbon Stalker

About the Howa 1500 Carbon Stalker

The Howa 1500 Carbon Stalker is a lightweight bolt-action hunting rifle featuring a carbon fiber-wrapped barrel and carbon fiber stock, designed for backcountry and mountain hunting where every ounce matters. Weighing approximately 6.2 lbs in the short-action configuration, the Carbon Stalker pairs Howa's proven M1500 action with modern lightweight materials. The HACT (Howa Actuator Controlled Trigger) two-stage trigger provides a clean, consistent break, and the muzzle is threaded for suppressor or brake attachment. Available in short-action calibers including 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Winchester, and 7mm-08 Remington, as well as a Mini Action variant for compact cartridges.

The Carbon Stalker represents Howa's entry into the ultralight hunting rifle market, leveraging Japanese manufacturing precision with carbon fiber technology to offer a sub-$1000 lightweight rifle that competes with options costing two to three times as much.

Howa 1500 Carbon Stalker specifications

The Carbon Stalker uses Howa's forged one-piece bolt with two locking lugs and an M16-style extractor for reliable feeding and extraction. The carbon fiber stock features a Kryptek Altitude camouflage pattern on some models. The carbon fiber-wrapped barrel significantly reduces weight compared to standard steel barrels while maintaining accuracy. The internal magazine holds 5 rounds in short-action calibers. Thread pattern is 5/8-24 for 6.5 Creedmoor and .308 Winchester. Distributed in the US by Legacy Sports International.