Description
The Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green is Howa’s Hogue rifle chambered in .30-06 Springfield, built with a 22-inch barrel, a green Hogue OverMolded stock and 4-round capacity. It’s priced at $542 and in stock now. Most buyers pick it for deer, elk and moose.
Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green features
Howa’s Hogue rifle is the plain, dependable 1500: cold hammer-forged barrel, forged one-piece bolt, HACT two-stage trigger and a pillar-bedded Hogue OverMolded stock with a recoil pad.
The 1500 action is the reason Howa has such a following. It’s simple, strong and made in Japan, with a one-piece two-lug bolt and a three-position safety you can unload on.
The HACT (Howa Actuator Controlled Trigger) is a two-stage trigger. There’s a light take-up stage, then a crisp break, which makes it easier to shoot well from field positions.
Why .30-06 Springfield?
The .30-06 Springfield was adopted by the US Army in 1906 and served through two world wars. Hunters have trusted it for over a century. It’s one of the most versatile rounds in North America. With 150 grain bullets it’s a deer rifle, and with 180 to 220 grain bullets it’s an elk and moose rifle.
Factory ammo runs from 125 to 220 grains and you’ll find it nearly everywhere. The 1:10 twist covers that full range. For chamber and pressure specs, see the SAAMI centerfire rifle standard, or read the history of the .30-06 Springfield.
Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green specifications
- Model: Howa Hogue
- Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
- Barrel length: 22 inches
- Twist rate: 1:10
- Stock: Green Hogue OverMolded stock
- Magazine capacity: 4 rounds
- Overall length: 42.25 inches
- Trigger: HACT two-stage
- Safety: three-position
- Sights: none, drilled and tapped for scope mounts
- Price: $542
Who this rifle is for
It’s a no-fuss hunting rifle for people who want a proven action and a stock that shrugs off weather.
Picking ammunition
Try a few factory loads before you settle on one. Barrels have preferences, and a 20-minute test at the range tells you which load to buy in bulk. For game, choose a bonded or controlled-expansion bullet. Practice ammo is fine for paper but not for animals.
Before the season, check your state’s rules on legal cartridges and hunter education. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has a good starting point for public land hunting and state contacts.
More about the Howa Hogue
The Hogue model pairs the Howa 1500 barreled action with a Hogue OverMolded stock. The stock is pillar-bedded, and the rubber overmold gives a soft, grippy surface that doesn’t get slick in rain or cold.
At the range
Bring a solid rest, a few targets and at least two boxes of ammo. Start at 25 yards to get on paper, then move to 100 and make your final adjustments with three-shot groups. Once you’re zeroed, shoot from sitting and kneeling too, since that’s how most field shots happen.
How the Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green compares
Here’s how it stacks up against similar rifles we carry:
- Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06: a black stock, $542
- Howa 1500 Hogue 308 Win Green: chambered in .308 Winchester and a threaded muzzle, $542
- Howa 1500 Hogue 270 Win: chambered in .270 Winchester, a black stock and a threaded muzzle, $542
- Howa 1500 Hogue 7mm PRC: chambered in 7mm PRC and a 24-inch barrel, $534
You can also browse all Howa 1500 Hogue Rifles and Howa 30-06 Rifles, or see every Howa bolt action rifle we stock.
Setting up your Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green
Before you shoot it, run a patch through the bore to clear out any shipping oil and check that the action screws are snug. Pick rings or a base that suit the scope you plan to run, and use a torque driver on the ring screws. Zero at 100 yards, then check where your load lands at the distances you actually shoot.
Ordering and FFL transfer
Federal law requires rifles bought online to go through a licensed dealer. Pick an FFL near you at checkout, and we’ll ship the Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green there. You’ll complete the paperwork and background check when you pick it up. The ATF explains the rules in its firearms questions and answers. State and local laws vary, so check yours before you order.
Questions about the Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green
What caliber is the Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green?
It’s chambered in .30-06 Springfield with a 1:10 twist.
How many rounds does it hold?
It holds 4 rounds in the magazine, plus one in the chamber.
Does it come with a scope?
No. You pick the scope; the receiver is ready for bases and rings.
Is the barrel threaded?
No. If you want a brake or suppressor, pick one of the threaded models instead.
Buy the Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green today
Add the Howa 1500 Hogue 30-06 Green to your cart now for $542. If you’d like a second opinion first, get in touch.
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