Tac-22 vs CCI Standard - Ruger RPR ammo test

Published on September 7, 2025
Duration: 11:26

This video compares the performance of CCI Standard Velocity and Norma Tac-22 .22LR ammunition at 100 yards using a Ruger Precision Rimfire rifle. The instructor emphasizes the importance of barrel cleaning between ammunition types to ensure consistent results. CCI Standard Velocity demonstrated superior accuracy with smaller group sizes, while Norma Tac-22 exhibited more flyers and inconsistency, particularly early in the testing phase.

Quick Summary

CCI Standard Velocity .22LR ammunition demonstrated superior accuracy and consistency in a Ruger Precision Rimfire at 100 yards, achieving an average group size of 1.77 inches. Norma Tac-22 had a larger average group size of 3.24 inches with more flyers, highlighting the importance of barrel cleaning between ammo tests for reliable results.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction & Test Setup
  2. 00:36Budget Build Overview
  3. 00:58CCI Standard Velocity Test
  4. 04:47Barrel Cleaning Procedure
  5. 05:00Norma Tac-22 Test
  6. 08:21Results Analysis & Comparison
  7. 09:09App-Based Group Size Calculation
  8. 10:11Final Thoughts & Consistency Issues
  9. 11:03Outro & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

Which .22LR ammunition performed better in the Ruger Precision Rimfire at 100 yards?

In this test conducted on a Ruger Precision Rimfire at 100 yards, CCI Standard Velocity .22LR ammunition demonstrated superior performance. It achieved a smaller average group size of 1.77 inches and exhibited greater consistency compared to Norma Tac-22, which had an average group size of 3.24 inches and more flyers.

What is the importance of cleaning a rifle barrel between ammunition tests?

Cleaning the rifle barrel between testing different ammunition types is crucial for accurate and reliable results. It prevents fouling from previous rounds from affecting the performance of the new ammunition, ensuring that the observed accuracy is solely attributable to the tested load.

What were the specifications of the CCI Standard Velocity and Norma Tac-22 ammunition tested?

Both CCI Standard Velocity and Norma Tac-22 tested were 40-grain lead round nose .22LR rounds. CCI Standard Velocity had a stated muzzle velocity of 1,070 ft/s, while Norma Tac-22 had a stated velocity of 1,083 ft/s. The ammo tested for Norma Tac-22 was made by RWS in Germany.

How did barrel fouling affect the Norma Tac-22 test results?

The instructor noted that Norma Tac-22 was inconsistent, requiring approximately 20 rounds to zero the scope. This suggests that the barrel received significant seasoning with Norma wax before the formal test began, yet the ammunition still exhibited flyers and a larger average group size compared to CCI Standard Velocity.

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