.22 Magnum .22WMR Rifle Velocity Test Shootout Chrono Results - RS22M

Published on December 20, 2021
Duration: 9:22

This video provides chronograph results for various .22 Magnum (.22 WMR) ammunition types fired from a Rossi RS22M rifle with a 21-inch barrel. The instructor tests several brands and bullet types, comparing their actual velocities against advertised figures, particularly noting the performance of self-defense rounds when fired from a rifle. The data offers insights into the velocity differences achievable with different loads in a rifle platform.

Quick Summary

Buckeye Ballistics conducted a .22 Magnum (.22 WMR) rifle velocity test using a Rossi RS22M with a 21-inch barrel. The test measured chronograph results for various ammunition types, including self-defense rounds, comparing actual velocities against advertised figures for each load.

Chapters

  1. 00:38Introduction to .22 WMR Chrono Test
  2. 00:46Rossi RS22M Rifle Overview
  3. 00:56Interest in Self-Defense Rounds
  4. 01:28Rifle Specifications (21-inch Barrel)
  5. 02:28Testing Hornady Critical Defense 45gr FTX
  6. 04:35Testing Federal Gold Dot 40gr Hollow Point
  7. 05:15Testing Aguila 40gr Soft Point
  8. 05:51Testing CCI Game Point 40gr Soft Point
  9. 06:28Testing CCI Maxi Mag 40gr FMJ Flat Nose
  10. 07:04Testing CCI V-Max 30gr Ballistic Tip
  11. 07:45Testing Hornady 30gr Ballistic Tip V-Max
  12. 08:20Results Summary and Accuracy Discussion
  13. 08:47Links to Related Videos
  14. 09:0422 Playlist Mention

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used for the .22 Magnum velocity test?

The .22 Magnum (.22 WMR) velocity test was conducted using a Rossi RS22M rifle. This semi-automatic rifle features a 21-inch barrel, which is relevant for observing ammunition performance differences compared to handguns.

How did self-defense .22 Magnum rounds perform from a rifle?

The video specifically tests self-defense rounds like Hornady Critical Defense 45gr FTX from a rifle. The instructor notes that these rounds, often marketed for handguns with lower advertised velocities, can achieve significantly higher velocities when fired from a rifle platform.

Which .22 Magnum ammunition achieved advertised velocities in the rifle test?

During the test, Aguila 40 grain soft point ammunition achieved its advertised velocity of 1875 feet per second when fired from the Rossi RS22M rifle. Other loads were also tested against their advertised speeds.

What other types of .22 Magnum ammunition were tested?

The test included various .22 Magnum loads such as Federal Gold Dot 40gr hollow point, CCI Game Point 40gr soft point, CCI Maxi Mag 40gr FMJ flat nose, CCI V-Max 30gr ballistic tip, and Hornady 30gr ballistic tip V-Max.

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