Gun Of The Week: Rock Island Armory TM22

Published on November 10, 2023
Duration: 3:21

The Rock Island Armory TM22 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle, imported by Rock Island Armory and built by Daria Arms of Turkey. It features a blowback operating system, an aluminum receiver, an 18-inch barrel with a 1/2x28 TPI threaded muzzle, and a 10-inch MLOK handguard. The rifle is noted to perform best with high-velocity ammunition.

Quick Summary

The Rock Island Armory TM22 is a semi-automatic .22 Long Rifle chambered rifle built by Daria Arms of Turkey. It operates via a blowback system, is constructed from 7075 aluminum, and features an 18-inch threaded barrel and a 10-inch MLOK handguard. It performs best with high-velocity ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction to the TM22
  2. 00:17Origin and Caliber of the TM22
  3. 00:30Rimfire Rifle Landscape
  4. 00:45TM22 Design and Feel
  5. 01:06TM22 Construction and Materials
  6. 01:13Blowback Operating System Explained
  7. 01:38Receiver and Optics Rail
  8. 01:53Pistol Grip and Buffer Tube
  9. 02:04Handguard and Barrel Features
  10. 02:17Threaded Barrel for Muzzle Devices
  11. 02:25Ammunition Preferences and Hiccups
  12. 02:45Ergonomics and Controls
  13. 02:52Magazine Quality and Loading
  14. 02:58Trigger Performance and Reset
  15. 03:08Where to Learn More

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rock Island Armory TM22 chambered in?

The Rock Island Armory TM22 is chambered for the ubiquitous 22 Long Rifle cartridge, a popular and affordable rimfire round suitable for a wide range of shooting activities.

How does the Rock Island Armory TM22 operate?

The TM22 is a blowback-operated semi-automatic rifle. This system uses the energy from a fired round to push the bolt rearward, with a spring returning it to battery to chamber the next round.

What are the key construction features of the Rock Island Armory TM22?

The TM22 is primarily made of 7075 aluminum. It features an 18-inch barrel threaded with 1/2x28 TPI, a 10-inch MLOK handguard, and an AR-pattern pistol grip.

What type of ammunition does the Rock Island Armory TM22 perform best with?

During testing, the TM22 was found to perform best with high-velocity ammunition. Performance might improve with the addition of a suppressor or after a longer break-in period.

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