Budget 10/22 Target rifle accuracy testing! I was pretty pleased with the outcome!

Published on April 15, 2026
Duration: 10:35

This video details the accuracy testing of a budget-built Ruger 10/22 rifle. The reviewer meticulously tested various .22 LR ammunition types, documenting group sizes and overall performance. The build features a KSA Microgroove barrel, M-Carbo trigger kit, and a BSA Sweet 22 scope, with the reviewer expressing satisfaction with the rifle's reliability and accuracy relative to its cost.

Quick Summary

A budget Ruger 10/22 build featuring a KSA Microgroove barrel and M-Carbo trigger kit was tested for accuracy with various .22 LR ammunition. Sellier & Bellot Club achieved the best group at 0.25 inches, while Remington Yellow Jacket was the least accurate at 1 and 5/16 inches. The reviewer found the build reliable and more accurate than a standard 10/22.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Build Overview
  2. 00:40Budget 10/22 Build Components
  3. 01:35Ammunition Tested
  4. 01:56Sellier & Bellot Club Accuracy
  5. 02:29Norma Tac-22 Accuracy
  6. 02:57MagTech 22 Accuracy
  7. 03:37Aguila Target Competition Accuracy
  8. 04:29PMC Target Accuracy
  9. 05:13Federal AutoMatch Accuracy
  10. 05:43Armscor 36 Grain HP Accuracy
  11. 06:20Federal 36 Grain Lead HP Accuracy
  12. 06:55Federal 36 Grain Plated HP & Yellow Jacket Accuracy
  13. 08:51Overall Build Performance & Satisfaction
  14. 09:51Accuracy Results Summary
  15. 10:20Outro & 2A Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of this budget Ruger 10/22 build?

The budget Ruger 10/22 build features a KSA Microgroove barrel, a factory 50th anniversary receiver and bolt, an M-Carbo spring trigger kit, Tandem Cross mag release and auto bolt release, an AGW rail, CVLife scope rings, and a BSA Sweet 22 2-7 power scope.

Which ammunition performed best in the budget 10/22 accuracy test?

The best performing ammunition in the budget 10/22 accuracy test was Sellier & Bellot Club, achieving a group size of 0.25 inches. MagTech 22 and Federal 36 grain plated hollow point followed closely with 5/16 inch groups.

What was the worst performing ammunition in this 10/22 accuracy test?

The Remington Yellow Jacket ammunition yielded the largest group size in this test, measuring 1 and 5/16 of an inch. Other less accurate rounds included PMC Target, Armscor 36 grain HP, and Federal 36 grain lead HP.

How does this budget 10/22 build compare to a standard Ruger 10/22 in terms of accuracy?

The reviewer believes this budget-built 10/22 is more accurate than a standard Ruger 10/22, attributing the improvement to the KSA Microgroove barrel, trigger adjustments, and overall build quality.

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