Howa 7.62x39 Rifles

Our Howa 7.62×39 Rifles collection has 10 rifles in stock, priced from $518 to $1,093. Every one is a Howa bolt action chambered in 7.62x39mm. The 7.62x39mm is a Soviet cartridge from 1943 and the round the AK family made famous. Surplus and imported ammo kept it cheap for decades.

Howa 7.62×39 Rifles we carry

We stock 10 Howa 7.62×39 Rifles across these models:

• Howa Mini Action: 6 rifles from $518, like the Howa Mini Action 7.62×39 Green
• Howa Fence Line: 2 rifles from $627, like the Howa Fence Line 7.62×39 Prairie Reaper
• Howa Mini Excel Lite: 1 rifle at $819, like the Howa Mini Excel Lite 7.62×39
• Howa Mini Action ORYX: 1 rifle at $911, like the Howa Mini Action ORYX 7.62×39

What the 7.62x39mm is good for

Inside 200 yards it’s a good deer and hog round, and recoil is mild. It’s also inexpensive to practice with, which is a big reason people want it in a bolt gun. Most loads use 120 to 125 grain bullets. Expect most ammo to use .311 diameter bullets, and pick soft points or expanding bullets for hunting.

SAAMI publishes the industry standard for chamber and cartridge dimensions. For history and ballistics, here’s some background on the 7.62x39mm.

Choosing between Howa 7.62×39 Rifles

• Howa Mini Action: it suits hunters who want a light, handy rifle for stands, blinds and short walks, and shooters who like AR-sized cartridges but prefer a bolt gun.
• Howa Fence Line: it’s built for ranchers, predator hunters and anyone who keeps a rifle in the truck.
• Howa Mini Excel Lite: it suits shooters who want a compact precision setup for steel, varmints or a hunting rifle that fits more than one person.
• Howa Mini Action ORYX: it’s for shooters who want a small, quiet-recoiling chassis rifle for practice, steel and close-range hunting.

Barrel length matters too. Shorter barrels are handier in blinds and with suppressors, while 24-inch barrels squeeze out more velocity for long shots. If you want a ready-to-hunt package, look for models that include a scope.

Popular picks

Howa Mini Action 7.62×39 Green ($518, the lowest price here): 22-inch barrel and green HTI synthetic stock. It suits hunters who want a light, handy rifle for stands, blinds and short walks, and shooters who like AR-sized cartridges but prefer a bolt gun.

Howa Fence Line 7.62×39 Scorched Earth ($627, a middle option): 20-inch threaded barrel and Scorched Earth camo synthetic stock. If your rifle rides in a truck, gets rained on and leans against fence posts, the Cerakote and camo stock are made for that life.

Howa Mini Action 7.62×39 Kryptek ($1,093, the top of the range): 22-inch barrel and carbon fiber stock with Kryptek Altitude camo webbing. If you shoot from a truck, a tree stand or a ground blind, the short action and light weight make sense. It’s also a good first centerfire for a younger shooter.

How shipping to your FFL works

Rifles ship to a licensed FFL dealer near you, not to your home. You’ll complete ATF Form 4473 and the background check when you pick it up. The ATF firearms Q&A covers the federal rules, and your state may add its own.

Howa 7.62×39 Rifles FAQ

What is the 7.62x39mm best for?

It’s at its best on deer, hogs and targets.

What’s the cheapest 7.62×39 rifle you have?

Right now it’s the Howa Mini Action 7.62×39 Green at $518.

Shop Howa 7.62×39 Rifles today

All 10 Howa 7.62×39 Rifles listed below are in stock. Pick your rifle, choose your FFL at checkout and we’ll ship it. Still deciding? Browse Howa Mini Action Rifles, Howa 1500 Hogue Rifles, Howa Hera H7 Chassis Rifles, Howa 1500 Superlite Rifles and Howa 1500 Fence Line Rifles, or ask us for a recommendation.