Henry Spd Predator

About this product

Henry Repeating Arms built the SPD Predator to do something no lever-action rifle had done before: back it with a factory sub-MOA accuracy guarantee. Chambered in .223 Remington/5.56 NATO and priced at $2,510, it's a purpose-built varmint and predator rifle from Henry's Special Products Division, aimed at shooters who want lever-gun handling with genuine precision-rifle accuracy.

What makes a lever-action rifle capable of sub-MOA accuracy?

The SPD Predator's accuracy starts with its barrel: a match-grade 416R stainless steel barrel tension-wrapped in carbon fiber, which stiffens the barrel and helps manage heat without adding much weight. That barrel is threaded 1/2x28 for a suppressor or muzzle device, and the whole rifle is backed by Henry's claim that it's the only lever-action rifle in the country guaranteed to shoot inside a three-shot sub-MOA group — a bar most bolt-action precision rifles are built to clear, let alone a lever gun.

How does the magazine and feeding system work?

Unlike Henry's classic tube-fed lever guns, the SPD Predator feeds from a detachable 10-round box magazine, and it's built to accept virtually any STANAG-pattern (AR-15-compatible) magazine rather than a proprietary Henry magazine. That's a meaningful departure from traditional lever-action design and one of the features that lets the rifle achieve modern precision-rifle-style feeding and reloading speed.

What comes standard on this rifle?

The SPD Predator ships with a forged carbon fiber Picatinny rail for mounting an optic, an adjustable-comb gray laminate stock, and a Harris S-LM bipod included — a genuinely complete precision-hunting package rather than a rifle you need to accessorize before it's field-ready. The factory trigger comes tuned to about 4 pounds with end-user adjustability using the included tool, so shooters can fine-tune trigger feel without gunsmithing.

What should California buyers know before ordering?

Because this rifle uses a detachable box magazine and a threaded barrel, California buyers should confirm the specific feature configuration and any required compliance modifications with their FFL before ordering — California's assault weapon feature rules apply differently to lever-action rifles than to semi-automatics, but the specifics depend on exact configuration and are worth verifying rather than assuming.

Why choose a lever-action over a bolt-action or AR-platform rifle for this role?

Some hunters and shooters prefer a lever-action's lower visual profile on private land where semi-automatic-style rifles draw unwanted attention or run into lease restrictions, even where the law itself doesn't distinguish between actions. Others simply prefer the lever gun's fast cycling and familiar manual-of-arms for fast follow-up shots on running varmints, without the weight and bulk of a full precision bolt-action setup. Henry builds the SPD Predator in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, and backs it with the company's well-regarded US-based customer service and warranty support, which matters on a rifle carrying genuine precision-rifle claims and a price to match.

Shooters coming from bolt-action varmint rifles should expect the lever gun's manual cycling to feel different under recoil, but the payoff is a much faster follow-up shot than working a bolt handle, which matters when a coyote or ground squirrel doesn't sit still after a miss. The tradeoff is that a lever gun's iron-sight-first design and rail-mounted optic setup put the scope higher and further forward than most bolt guns, so plan on a cheek riser or the adjustable comb Henry includes to get a proper sight picture once a scope goes on.

As a firearm, the SPD Predator does not ship to a home address. It transfers through your chosen licensed FFL dealer, where you'll complete the standard background check and any required state waiting period.