.22 Showdown | 22lr vs 22 Mag

Published on January 25, 2020
Duration: 7:17

This video from 4MR Ranch provides a direct comparison between .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR) and .22 Magnum (.22 WMR) calibers. The host, demonstrating knowledgeable firearms handling, uses a Heritage Rough Rider revolver with interchangeable cylinders to test both rounds against cinder blocks and water jugs. The .22 Magnum shows superior penetration in soft targets, while both calibers perform similarly against hard targets.

Quick Summary

The .22 Magnum significantly outperforms the .22 LR in soft target penetration, piercing more water jugs due to its higher velocity (1875 fps vs 1200 fps). Against hard targets like cinder blocks, both calibers exhibit similar, limited penetration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: .22 LR vs .22 Magnum
  2. 00:49Test Setup: Heritage Rough Rider & Ammo Specs
  3. 01:46Hard Target Test: Cinder Blocks
  4. 03:34Soft Target Test: Water Jugs
  5. 06:01Conclusion & Bonus Shot

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key differences in performance between .22 LR and .22 Magnum?

The .22 Magnum, with its higher advertised velocity (1875 fps vs 1200 fps), demonstrates superior penetration in soft targets like water jugs. However, against hard targets such as cinder blocks, both calibers show similar, limited penetration.

How was the .22 LR vs .22 Magnum test conducted fairly?

The test used a Heritage Rough Rider revolver with interchangeable cylinders, ensuring the same barrel length for both calibers. Both tested cartridges featured 40-grain bullets, although bullet construction differed (lead round nose for .22 LR, jacketed soft point for .22 Magnum).

Which caliber is better for penetration: .22 LR or .22 Magnum?

For soft targets, the .22 Magnum is demonstrably better, penetrating more water jugs than the .22 LR. Against hard targets like concrete, their penetration capabilities are comparable and limited.

What ammunition was used in the .22 LR vs .22 Magnum test?

The test utilized 40-grain .22 LR lead round nose ammunition advertised at 1200 fps and 40-grain .22 Magnum jacketed soft point ammunition advertised at 1875 fps.

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