Making Remington Rimfire Ammunition

Published on May 24, 2023
Duration: 8:34

This video provides an in-depth look at Remington's .22 LR ammunition manufacturing process at their Lonoke, Arkansas facility. It details the high-speed stamping, proprietary priming methods, automated loading, and rigorous ballistics testing that ensure quality and performance. The segment highlights the engineering and quality control measures necessary to produce billions of rounds annually, emphasizing American manufacturing and heritage.

Quick Summary

Remington manufactures billions of .22 caliber rounds annually at its Lonoke, Arkansas plant using proprietary processes. The wet-mix priming process applies a chemical mixture spun into the rim, followed by automated camera inspection for quality control.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Remington Lonoke Plant
  2. 00:47High-Speed Manufacturing Equipment
  3. 01:36Shell Stamping and Forming
  4. 02:23The Priming Process
  5. 03:46Drying and Quality Control
  6. 04:40Automated Loading
  7. 05:45Ballistics and Accuracy Testing
  8. 07:07Product Line and Future Outlook

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Remington's .22 caliber ammunition manufactured?

Remington manufactures billions of .22 caliber rounds annually at its facility located in Lonoke, Arkansas. This plant utilizes unique, proprietary processes to produce the most ubiquitous cartridge in the world.

How is the priming compound applied to Remington rimfire ammunition?

Remington uses a wet-mix priming process where a chemical mixture with 20% moisture is formed into pellets. These pellets are then spun into the rim of the shell using high-speed flutes, ensuring the entire rim is covered for reliable ignition.

What quality control measures are in place for Remington rimfire cartridges?

After priming and drying, every shell passes through an automated camera system that inspects the base to ensure the priming compound is correctly applied. Rigorous ballistics testing also collects data on velocity, pressure, and accuracy.

What types of .22 LR ammunition does Remington produce?

Remington offers a diverse rimfire lineup, including popular options like Viper, Yellow Jacket, Subsonic, Golden Bullet, and Thunderbolt. The company aims to increase efficiency and availability while maintaining classic performance.

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