![]() This is why I choose to shoot standard velocity rounds firing a 38 or 40gr bullet. So for me pinpoint accuracy is more important in a 22 rimfire than velocity. I want that small round nosed or hollow point lead bullet to hit precisely where I’m aiming for a clean, humane kill. ![]() I’ve never found them to be as accurate as standard velocity rimfire rounds (as I define above in the 1250fps velocity range).Īccuracy is a big factor when shooting a 22 rimfire, especially when hunting small game. Over the years I’ve shot many different 22 LR hyper velocity rounds in a range of rimfire firearms. Personal Experience with 22 LR Hyper velocity rounds They perform just right across the ranges you typically shoot a rimfire. But when it comes to velocity (therefore higher energy) and wind deflection the ballistics of the other rimfire rounds are ideal. The hyper velocity round shoots flatter out to 100 yards, beating the other 2 rounds, but at a price (accuracy usually suffers – read below to learn more). The lesson here for shooters wanting to understand 22 ballistics is that high velocity usually does not equal better downrange ballistics performance. The standard rimfire round is between the two velocity extremes. ![]() The hyper velocity round is affected the most ( 1.09 inches drift off the bullseye at 50 yards) while the subsonic round is least deflected by crosswinds at this range ( only 0.62 inches). This shows the bullet drift at 50 yards with a 5mph crosswind coming from the East (3 o’clock). Look at the column named ‘Deflection(Inches)’. The Standard round lost only 134fps while the subsonic 85fps. Notice how much velocity the hyper velocity 22 round has lost at 50 yards compared to the standard and subsonic rounds – over 340fps! The other rimfire rounds lost far less velocity. Red line is the hyper velocity round ( 32gr bullet hollow point lead bullet at 1640fps)īlue line is the standard velocity round ( 40gr round nose lead bullet at 1240fps)Īt 50 yards the ballistics of each rimfire round are: 22 Ballistics And Velocity Loss Green line is the subsonic round ( 40gr round nose solid lead bullet at 1050fps) The trajectory graph below (take from Shoot! ballistics software) shows 3 typical rimfire rounds at different velocities (standard, hyper velocity and subsonic).Īll rimfire rounds were sighted in to zero at 50 yards using Shoot! ballistics software: Let’s compare the ballistics of 3 typical 22 Rimfire rounds However, before you start buying 22 ammo based only on velocity believing highest velocity is the key to better long range ballistics performance from the 22, read the following. The 22 LR is ideal for teaching novice or beginner firearm owners the basics of exterior ballistics and how to consistently hit targets beyond their usual shooting distance.Īmmunition is inexpensive so you can practice all day at the gun range. Why Understanding 22 Ballistics is Important Must have an Illinois Firearms Owner Identification Card, no shipments to Chicago.Understanding 22 Ballistics (22 Long rifle – 5.6x15mmR) whether you shoot hyper velocity, subsonic or standard 22 ammunition (around 1250fps) is essential if you want to hit small targets beyond 100 yards. No Ammunition, no magazines over 10 rounds, no Starter Pistols No ammunition, no magazines over 10 rounds Must have a Pistol Permit or Ammunition Eligibility Certificate on fileĬlick here to upload your CT Pistol Permit or Ammunition Eligibility Certificate IF you have an FFL03 we can ship ammunition to you once on file, but you must have an AVL issued by CA to transfer ammunition.Ĭlick here to view the FFL dealers we have on file and instructions for shipping to a CA FFL or AVL.Ĭlick here to upload your FFL or AVL information (LEO Credentials if applicable) Must be shipped to an FFL or Licensed Ammunition Vendor unless you are an exempt peace officer.
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