CCI Standard vs Federal Auto Match: Ruger 10/22 TD test

Published on October 15, 2020
Duration: 18:59

This video details a rigorous test comparing CCI Standard Velocity and Federal Auto Match .22 LR ammunition using a Ruger 10/22 Takedown. The presenter, Moondog, adopted a new protocol based on viewer feedback, involving a clean cold barrel, barrel seasoning with 20 rounds of a single ammo type, and thorough cleaning between tests. The results indicated CCI Standard Velocity achieved a better average group size (2.34 MOA overall) compared to Federal Auto Match (2.61 MOA overall) in his specific rifle. The test also highlighted that barrel temperature, rather than seasoning, appeared to have a greater influence on accuracy in his rifle, with optimal groups often occurring earlier in the firing sequence.

Quick Summary

In a test comparing CCI Standard Velocity and Federal Auto Match .22 LR ammunition in a Ruger 10/22 Takedown, CCI Standard Velocity achieved a superior overall average group size of 2.34 MOA, while Federal Auto Match averaged 2.61 MOA. The test also indicated that barrel temperature, rather than seasoning, significantly impacts accuracy in this rifle.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction and Previous Test Recap
  2. 01:13New Testing Protocol Explained
  3. 02:14Ammunition Overview: CCI Standard vs Federal Auto Match
  4. 02:42Test Setup: Targets, Rifle, and Shooting Stance
  5. 03:11Rifle Stand Adjustments and Shooting Technique
  6. 04:25First Ammunition Test Footage
  7. 08:59Barrel Cleaning Between Ammunition Types
  8. 09:12Second Ammunition Test Footage (CCI Standard)
  9. 15:42Federal Auto Match Test Results Analysis
  10. 16:09CCI Standard Test Results Analysis
  11. 16:30Comparison of Results and Previous Test Validation
  12. 16:56Expert Consultation and Findings on Barrel Temperature
  13. 18:06Overall Conclusions and Final Averages
  14. 18:31Call to Action and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended protocol for testing .22 LR ammunition accuracy?

A recommended protocol for .22 LR ammo testing involves starting with a clean, cold barrel. Then, 'season' the barrel by firing approximately 20 rounds of a single ammunition type. Thoroughly clean the barrel between testing different ammo brands to ensure accurate comparisons and account for wax or grease buildup.

Which .22 LR ammunition performed better in the Ruger 10/22 Takedown test?

In this specific test using a Ruger 10/22 Takedown, CCI Standard Velocity .22 LR ammunition achieved a better overall average group size of 2.34 MOA compared to Federal Auto Match, which averaged 2.61 MOA. This suggests CCI Standard Velocity was more accurate in this rifle.

Does barrel temperature affect .22 LR accuracy?

Yes, barrel temperature appears to significantly influence .22 LR accuracy. In this test, the rifle's tightest groups were observed early in the firing sequence, around 16-20 shots. As the barrel heated further, group sizes tended to increase, indicating temperature may be a more critical factor than barrel seasoning.

Is Federal Auto Match considered match-grade ammunition?

No, Federal Auto Match is not considered match-grade ammunition, despite its name. It is described as a step up from Federal's Champion Range and Field grade .22 LR ammunition, offering improved performance over basic plinking rounds.

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