CCI Quiet Comparison to Pellet Gun and 22LR

Published on October 30, 2016
Duration: 5:41

This video provides a practical comparison of CCI Quiet-22 subsonic .22 LR ammunition against a .20 caliber pellet gun and standard velocity .22 LR rounds. The speaker, a practical ballistics tester, demonstrates the significant differences in noise and terminal performance, highlighting the Quiet-22's suitability for reduced noise applications while still offering more impact than an air rifle. Standard velocity and hollow-point rounds show markedly increased terminal effects.

Quick Summary

CCI Quiet-22 ammunition offers a significant reduction in noise compared to standard .22 LR rounds, traveling at 710 FPS with a 40-grain bullet. While offering more terminal performance than a pellet gun, it's less powerful than standard velocity .22 LR like Federal Game-Shok (1240 FPS) or expanding hollow points like CCI Mini-Mag HP.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CCI Quiet-22
  2. 00:59Pellet Gun Baseline Test
  3. 02:29CCI Quiet-22 Performance Test
  4. 03:50Standard Velocity .22LR Comparison
  5. 04:49CCI Mini-Mag Hollow Point Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main advantage of CCI Quiet-22 ammunition?

The primary advantage of CCI Quiet-22 ammunition is its significantly reduced noise level, achieved through a subsonic velocity of 710 FPS and a 40-grain lead round nose bullet, making it ideal for plinking in noise-sensitive areas.

How does CCI Quiet-22 compare in performance to a pellet gun?

While a pellet gun offers minimal impact, the CCI Quiet-22, though slightly louder, delivers more terminal effect due to its higher velocity and projectile weight, providing a noticeable increase in performance for similar quiet applications.

What is the difference between subsonic and standard velocity .22 LR ammunition?

Subsonic .22 LR, like CCI Quiet-22, travels below the speed of sound (under 1125 FPS) for reduced noise. Standard velocity .22 LR travels faster, producing more energy transfer and target damage, but is also louder.

When should CCI Mini-Mag Hollow Point ammunition be used?

CCI Mini-Mag Hollow Point ammunition is best suited for varmint hunting or self-defense scenarios. Its high velocity and expanding bullet design maximize terminal ballistics, causing significant fragmentation and energy transfer upon impact.

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