Chiappa Little Badger
Chiappa Firearms · Rifle · In Production
Overview
The Chiappa Little Badger is an ultralight single-shot folding survival rifle. Weighing under 3 pounds with a skeletonized metal stock, it folds to just 17.5 inches for backpack carry. Available in .22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR, and .17 WSM.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1315 g (46.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 787 mm (30.98") |
| Barrel Length | 419 mm (16.50") |
| Action Type | Bolt Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Internal |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Steel |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 22LR
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Internal Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Half Cock Safety
- Features: Folding Design, Skeletonized Stock, Single Shot, Picatinny Rail, Survival Rifle
Origin
Country of origin: Italy
Notes
Single-shot. Folds to 445mm / 17.5". No manual safety - half-cock position only. Also available in .22 WMR, .17 HMR, .17 WSM, 9mm Flobert.
Background
The Little Badger has become one of the most popular survival rifles on the market, prized by hikers, bush pilots, and preppers for its extreme portability and reliability.