This Howa Mini Action rifle package with an 18-inch barrel strikes the perfect balance between the ultra-short 16" and longer 20" models. By pairing this versatile length with a Ghost Modular Suppressor and Nikko Stirling GamePro riflescope, you get a highly efficient, mid-length rifle that excels at both bush stalking and shooting across open farmland.

The 18" Versatility Advantage. The 18-inch barrel is widely considered the "sweet spot" for the .223 Remington. It provides enough length to ensure high muzzle velocity for longer shots on goats or fallow deer, while remaining compact enough to swing easily in tight cover. When fitted with the over-barrel Ghost suppressor, the rifle remains exceptionally well-balanced and handy.

Ghost Modular Suppressor. Included in this package is the Ghost Suppressor, featuring a modular design that allows you to customise the number of baffles. This means you can choose to run it "long" for maximum noise reduction during high-volume pest control, or "short" to save weight during long days of tramping in the hills. Its over-barrel design helps keep the overall length of the rifle manageable.

Nikko Stirling GamePro 3-9x40. A reliable, workhorse riflescope that is built for the field. The 3-9x magnification is the classic choice for hunters, providing a wide field of view for close-up shots and enough zoom to accurately range and hit targets at 200+ metres.

• 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.
• Fast Mini Action: With a receiver 12% shorter than a standard short action, the bolt throw is lightning-fast, making follow-up shots on a mob of pests effortless.