The Howa 1500 Superlite Gen2 is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor with a 20-inch threaded barrel. It has a matte blue steel receiver that is drilled and tapped, paired with a gray/black webbing HS Precision synthetic stock. The magazine capacity is 3+1 rounds. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Howa 
• Model: 1500 Superlite Gen2 
• Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 3+1 
• Barrel Length: 20" 
• Color/Finish: Gray/Black Webbing, Matte Blue Steel 
   

Detailed Features 

• 20-inch threaded barrel for suppressor or muzzle device compatibility 
• Matte blue steel receiver drilled and tapped for scope mounting 
• HS Precision synthetic stock in gray/black webbing pattern 
• 3+1 round capacity 
• Full-size platform

Owners of the 1500 Superlite Gen2 in 6.5 Creedmoor consistently point to the HS Precision stock as a standout element. The gray/black webbing finish holds up well in field conditions and the stock geometry works for most shooters without modification.

The threaded 20-inch barrel draws praise from those who run suppressors. Getting a proper suppressor-host bolt rifle at this price point is the main reason many buyers chose the 1500 Gen2 over competing platforms.

The trigger splits opinions. Some shooters find it crisp and predictable out of the box; others prefer to replace it with an aftermarket unit before serious competition or long-range work. The 1500 Superlite Gen2 reads as a capable working rifle rather than a showcase piece.