This Howa Mini Action package from Bronco's Outdoors offers a compact and robust rifle system, ideal for diverse hunting and outdoor sporting conditions across New Zealand and beyond. By pairing the ultra-short 16" barrel with a lightweight DPT suppressor, you get a rifle that is incredibly manoeuvrable in dense terrain, easy to carry all day, and quiet enough for effective pest control. This Howa Mini Action .223 Rem setup is a favourite for hunting goat, wallaby, and fallow deer, where speed and weight are key priorities for a short barrel bolt action rifle.

The Howa Mini Action rifle is built with a forged bolt and receiver, providing superior strength and a smooth-as-glass action that Howa is world-renowned for. It features a reliable 3-position safety for secure handling in the field. The shorter bolt throw of the Mini Action allows for incredibly fast cycling, ensuring you can stay on target for rapid follow-up shots on a mob. Paired with the Howa Actuator Controlled Trigger (H.A.C.T.) Two-Stage Trigger, this system eliminates trigger creep and overtravel, delivering a crisp, light, and predictable break essential for precision shot placement and optimal .223 ballistic data.

Ultra-Compact 16" Barrel: The 16-inch blued barrel makes this one of the shortest bolt-action rifles available. It is perfectly balanced for a DPT suppressor; even with the DPT silencer fitted, the rifle remains shorter than most standard rifles without one. This prevents a "front-heavy" feel and makes it much easier to move through dense undergrowth or tight bush, making it an excellent choice for a short barrel bolt action.

DPT Modular Suppressor: This package features the iconic DPT Suppressor. Known for being world-class in weight-to-performance, the DPT uses high-quality aluminium baffles to significantly reduce muzzle blast. Its modular design allows you to add or remove baffles to customise the balance and sound suppression level of your rifle.

Nikko Stirling Game Pro 3-9x40 Riflescope: A rugged, reliable optic that is well-suited for the .223 Rem cartridge. The 3-9x magnification is ideal for the varying distances encountered in hunting, and the 40mm objective lens provides excellent light transmission for those critical dawn and dusk moments.

To ensure a secure and precise fit for your optics, this package includes Nikko Stirling Zero-Lok Mounts. These mounts provide a stable platform, minimising the risk of zero shift during use in the field.

• H.A.C.T. Two-Stage Trigger: Howa’s Actuator Controlled Trigger provides a crisp, light, and predictable break with zero creep, essential for precision shot placement.
• Mini Action Speed: The shorter bolt throw allows for incredibly fast cycling, ensuring you can stay on target for rapid follow-up shots on a mob.