Ruger Charger 8" Chronograph Testing - Suppressed & Unsuppressed

Published on May 30, 2020
Duration: 7:46

This video provides expert-level chronograph testing of the Ruger 10/22 Charger pistol with an 8-inch barrel, evaluating various .22LR ammunition types both suppressed and unsuppressed. The analysis focuses on identifying the subsonic threshold and comparing muzzle velocities and energies, offering practical recommendations for optimal ammunition selection based on suppressor use.

Quick Summary

Expert chronograph testing of the Ruger 10/22 Charger (8" barrel) reveals that suppressing the firearm generally increases .22LR ammunition velocity. For unsuppressed use, 36gr high-velocity loads are recommended, while for suppressed use, CCI Suppressor or Federal Suppressor (45gr) are ideal for reliable subsonic performance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Test Overview
  2. 00:16Ammunition Selection
  3. 01:25Unsuppressed Chronograph Firing
  4. 01:49Testing Completion & Data Analysis Intro
  5. 01:54Unsuppressed Velocity Results
  6. 04:00Suppressed Velocity Results
  7. 04:48Muzzle Energy Comparison
  8. 06:09Ammunition Recommendations (Unsuppressed)
  9. 06:33Ammunition Recommendations (Suppressed)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the supersonic threshold for .22LR ammunition?

The supersonic threshold for .22LR ammunition is generally considered to be around 1125 feet per second (FPS). Exceeding this velocity can result in a sonic crack, which is undesirable when using a suppressor for quiet operation.

Which .22LR ammunition performed best unsuppressed in the Ruger Charger?

Unsuppressed, Remington Golden Bullet (40gr, high velocity) averaged 1076.6 FPS, while Aguila Pistol Match (40gr, standard velocity) averaged 978 FPS, remaining comfortably subsonic. For unsuppressed use, 36gr high-velocity loads like CCI Mini-Mag are recommended for performance and cost.

How does suppressing a Ruger Charger affect ammunition velocity?

In this test, suppressing the Ruger Charger generally increased the velocity of most .22LR ammunition. For example, CCI Suppressor (45gr) averaged 969.4 FPS suppressed, and CCI Quiet Semi-Auto (45gr) averaged 846.4 FPS suppressed.

What are the recommended subsonic .22LR rounds for a suppressed Ruger Charger?

For a suppressed Ruger Charger, CCI Suppressor or Federal Suppressor (both 45gr) are recommended for reliable subsonic performance. 40gr standard velocity loads are also a good option, offering better energy than the very quiet but less powerful CCI Quiet Semi-Auto.

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