For shooters seeking a lightweight, accurate bolt-action platform for small-game hunting, varmint control, or precision rimfire work, the balance of accuracy and maneuverability matters. A rifle that pairs modern manufacturing with a compact barrel and reliable feeding gives you the edge in field scenarios and range work.

HOWA CITADEL TRAKR

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Precision Engineering and Handling

The HOWA CITADEL TRAKR is crafted with some of the finest engineering in the modern shooting market. Chambered for .17 HMR, this bolt-action rifle combines a 21″ barrel for quick handling with a platform designed to deliver consistent groups. The shorter barrel length favors maneuverability in brush, tight blinds, and mobile field use without sacrificing the accuracy demands of varmint work.

Key Features Explained

Barrel and Balance

The 21″ barrel is a deliberate choice: it shortens the rifle’s overall length for easier carry and faster target acquisition. For shooters who move frequently or work in tight quarters, that barrel length makes follow-up shots and positional shooting noticeably easier.

Caliber Advantages: .17 HMR

.17 HMR is well suited for small varmints and precise target work. It offers a flat trajectory, low felt recoil, and the ability to make humane, clean shots at extended rimfire ranges. For pest control and small-game hunting, the caliber’s velocity and accuracy profile make it a practical choice.

Magazine and Action

The rifle feeds from a 5-round magazine, providing a compact, reliable capacity ideal for hunting scenarios and range sessions where a lightweight, simple feed system is preferred. As a bolt-action categorized under Bolt Action rifles, the TRAKR benefits from a solid, repeatable action design.

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Practical Considerations

Optics selection and mounting are straightforward on the TRAKR; a compact, high-clarity scope enhances the .17 HMR’s effective window. The Howa name is notable for consistent manufacturing tolerances and dependable actions across various models, which makes the HOWA CITADEL TRAKR a smart choice for shooters wanting a dependable rimfire bolt gun at an accessible price point.

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