The Howa Mini Action is a bolt-action rifle chambered in .223 Remington with a 20-inch threaded barrel and a 5-round magazine. It has a black finish. The Mini Action designation refers to the compact bolt action sized for smaller cartridges. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Howa 
• Model: Mini Action 
• Caliber: .223 Remington 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Capacity: 5 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 20 in 
• Color/Finish: Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• Mini Action bolt platform sized for .223 Remington 
• 20-inch threaded barrel 
• 5-round magazine 
• Black finish 
• Lightweight profile per the Excl Lite designation

Owners of the Howa Mini Action in .223 Remington consistently mention the compact bolt action as its defining trait. The shorter bolt throw and scaled receiver suit the cartridge well, and most users find the overall rifle lighter and handier than a standard-action varmint gun. Accuracy reports are generally positive for the price tier.

The 20-inch threaded barrel is appreciated by those who run suppressors or muzzle devices. Some shooters wish for a heavier contour for sustained range work, but for a field or walk-around rifle the weight is considered a plus. The black finish gets minimal complaints.

Value is the most common positive theme. Buyers comparing the Mini Action to similarly priced competitors often cite better out-of-box accuracy. Trigger quality is an occasional criticism, with some owners upgrading it as a first modification, though others find the factory trigger adequate for hunting use.