Description
The Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan is a .308 Winchester bolt action rifle with a 22-inch barrel, a tan and black Hera H7 chassis and 5-round capacity. It’s priced at $754 and in stock now. Most buyers pick it for deer, hogs, black bear and targets.
What you get with the Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan
The Hera H7 chassis gives the 1500 a modern precision setup: a near-vertical grip, an adjustable-style buttstock and a slotted forend for accessories, all around an aluminum V-block bedding system.
The 1500 action is made by Howa Machinery in Japan. It’s a two-lug, push-feed action with a one-piece bolt, and the three-position safety lets you run the bolt on safe so you can unload without firing.
Why .308 Winchester?
The .308 Winchester came out in 1952 as the commercial version of what became the 7.62x51mm NATO. It’s one of the most common big-game and target rounds in the world. It handles deer, hogs, black bear and, with good bullets, elk at moderate range. It’s also a classic target round, and ammo is easy to find in almost any store.
Factory loads run from 125 to 180 grains, with 150, 165, 168 and 175 grain bullets the most common. The 1:10 twist handles all of them. SAAMI sets the industry dimensions for this round; the SAAMI centerfire rifle standard lists them. There’s also a good summary of the history of the .308 Winchester.
Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan specs
- Model: Howa Hera H7
- Caliber: .308 Winchester
- Barrel length: 22 inches
- Twist rate: 1:10
- Stock: Tan and black Hera H7 chassis
- Magazine capacity: 5 rounds
- Safety: three-position
- Sights: none, drilled and tapped for scope mounts
- Price: $754
Is this the right rifle for you?
It suits shooters who want a precision chassis feel in a rifle that’s still light enough to hunt with.
Best .308 Winchester loads for this rifle
Start with a couple of quality factory loads and see which groups tighter. Once you find it, buy enough of the same lot to get through the season. For hunting, use a bullet built for the game you’re after, and save the cheap full metal jacket ammo for practice.
Hunting rules are set state by state. Start at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service hunting page for federal lands, then check your state agency for seasons and caliber limits.
More about the Howa Hera H7
This rifle puts the Howa 1500 action into a Hera Arms H7 chassis. The H7 is an impact-modified polymer chassis with an aluminum V-block, so the action sits in a rigid, repeatable bed.
Getting it zeroed
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. The .308 Winchester really shines past 300 yards, so once you’re zeroed, it’s worth getting time at longer distances and writing down your drops.
Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan vs similar Howa rifles
Here’s how it stacks up against similar rifles we carry:
- Howa Hera H7 308 Win Black: a black stock, $754
- Howa Hera H7 308 Win OD Green: an OD Green stock, $754
- Howa Hera H7 308 Win 24 Inch Black: a 24-inch barrel and a black stock, $819
- Howa Hera H7 308 Win 24 Inch OD Green: a 24-inch barrel and an OD Green stock, $819
You can also browse all Howa Hera H7 Chassis Rifles and Howa 308 Win Rifles, or see every Howa bolt action rifle we stock.
Setting up your Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan
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 Hera H7 308 Win Tan 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 Hera H7 308 Win Tan
What caliber is the Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan?
It’s chambered in .308 Winchester with a 1:10 twist.
How many rounds does it hold?
It holds 5 rounds in the magazine, plus one in the chamber.
Does it come with a scope?
No, it comes without optics. The receiver is drilled and tapped for standard bases.
Is the barrel threaded?
No, this version has a plain muzzle. Look at our threaded options if you plan to run a suppressor.
Get the Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan while it’s in stock
The Howa Hera H7 308 Win Tan is in stock at $754. Add it to your cart, choose your FFL dealer at checkout and we’ll get it moving. Questions about fit, caliber or ammo? Contact us and we’ll help you pick.
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