yes it is a youth size bolt action. I started bot my daughters on a AR-15 style gun S&W 15-22 and then the S&W M&P 15 sport II because of the adjustability of the stock the were only allowed 1 round in the mag for a while

Randy, yes Sir it does. Mossberg MVP Flex Youth Bolt Action Rifle 5.56 NATO 20". It has a Youth Length Of Pull of 12".

Yes sir, the stock is a little shorter, and it would make a perfect "first rifle" for a budding young shooter. You will also be able to shoot .223 Rem ammo in it as well - along with the 5.56.

Randy, yes Sir it does. Mossberg MVP Flex Youth Bolt Action Rifle 5.56 NATO 20"