The GSG-16 .22LR Rifle

Published on April 17, 2019
Duration: 5:59

This review of the GSG-16 .22LR rifle highlights its updated features, including a telescopic stock and rear magazine holder. The instructor notes its reliability, testing it with Remington Thunderbolt ammunition and experiencing no malfunctions. The rifle is presented as a fun, affordable option for plinking and training, offering the aesthetic of military-style firearms with the lower cost and recoil of .22LR.

Quick Summary

The GSG-16 .22LR rifle is an updated model featuring a telescopic stock and a rear magazine holder. It demonstrated high reliability during testing with Remington Thunderbolt ammunition, experiencing no malfunctions. With a polymer lower receiver, it offers a lightweight and fun shooting experience suitable for plinking and training.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to GSG-16
  2. 00:05American Tactical & German Sports Guns
  3. 00:14Previous GSG Models (STG44, MP5, MP40, AK)
  4. 00:31Newest GSG-16 Version (SHOT Show)
  5. 00:34Comparison to Older MP5 Version
  6. 01:06Reliability Testing Experience
  7. 01:17GSG-16 Features Overview
  8. 01:23Telescopic Stock and Magazine Holder
  9. 01:38Safety and Last Shot Lock Open
  10. 01:45Cocking Handle and Magazine Release
  11. 01:59Magazine Loading and Lock Open
  12. 02:01Picatinny Rails (1913)
  13. 02:06Sight Improvements
  14. 02:11GSG-16 Technical Specifications
  15. 02:22Lower Receiver Material (Polymer)
  16. 02:26Enjoyment of Shooting .22LR Rifles
  17. 02:40GSG's Role in Fun .22LR Rifles
  18. 02:52Military Look and Feel
  19. 03:00Comparison to GSG STG44 .22LR
  20. 03:25Comparison to Real MP5
  21. 03:33Accessory Mounting and Suppressor Look
  22. 03:35Ammunition Used (Thunderbolt)
  23. 03:43Range Test Preparation
  24. 04:54Range Test Results: No Malfunctions
  25. 05:00Magazine Reliability
  26. 05:03Comparison to KPPA AR Conversion
  27. 05:19Personal .22LR Rifle (Taurus TX22)
  28. 05:26GSG-16 as a Fun Rifle
  29. 05:30Good for Youth Training
  30. 05:32Iron Sights and Optic Mounting
  31. 05:38Suggested Retail Price
  32. 05:40Overall Impression and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key new features of the GSG-16 .22LR rifle compared to previous GSG MP5 models?

The GSG-16 introduces a telescopic stock for adjustable length-of-pull and a unique rear magazine holder for storing a spare magazine. It also features improved sights and maintains the last-shot bolt hold-open functionality.

How reliable is the GSG-16 .22LR rifle, especially with common ammunition?

The GSG-16 demonstrated excellent reliability during testing, firing nine magazines of Remington Thunderbolt .22LR ammunition without any malfunctions. The instructor noted this as a positive surprise for a .22LR firearm.

What are the technical specifications for the GSG-16 .22LR rifle?

The GSG-16 has an overall length of 38.25 inches (extended stock), 28.5 inches (collapsed stock), weighs 5.84 lbs, and has a trigger pull of 5.5 lbs. Its lower receiver is made of polymer.

Is the GSG-16 .22LR rifle suitable for new shooters or training?

Yes, the GSG-16 is considered a fun and enjoyable rifle for new shooters. It offers the look of a military-style firearm with the manageable recoil and lower cost of .22LR ammunition, and it can be used with iron sights or an optic.

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