The Power of .22 TCM versus .22 Long Rifle - TheFireArmGuy

Published on September 24, 2017
Duration: 6:57

This video compares the .22 TCM and .22 Long Rifle cartridges, highlighting the .22 TCM's significantly higher velocity (over 2,000 fps) and kinetic energy. Tests against steel targets, wood, and concrete blocks demonstrate the .22 TCM's superior penetration and destructive power compared to the .22 LR. The review features a Rock Island Armory 1911 in .22 TCM/9mm and a Ruger Mark II in .22 LR.

Quick Summary

The .22 TCM cartridge offers significantly higher performance than .22 Long Rifle, boasting velocities over 2,000 fps. Tests demonstrate its superior penetration through wood and concrete, and greater impact energy on steel targets, making it a more powerful option.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to .22 TCM
  2. 01:14Firearm Overview: RIA 1911 & Ruger Mark II
  3. 01:58Steel Target Impact Test
  4. 02:37Wood Penetration Test
  5. 04:34Concrete Block Destruction Test
  6. 06:42Ammunition Showcase

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary difference between .22 TCM and .22 Long Rifle?

The .22 TCM is a high-velocity centerfire round, often exceeding 2,000 feet per second, based on a 9mm case. The .22 Long Rifle is a rimfire cartridge with significantly lower velocity and energy, typically used for plinking and small game.

How does the .22 TCM perform against barriers compared to .22 LR?

Tests show the .22 TCM has superior penetration. It easily passes through thick wood and pallets, and can shatter concrete blocks, while the .22 LR is stopped by similar barriers or causes only minor damage.

What firearms were used to test the .22 TCM and .22 LR?

The video features a Rock Island Armory TAC Ultra 1911 pistol chambered in .22 TCM/9mm and a Ruger Mark II pistol with a bull barrel chambered in .22 Long Rifle for the comparison tests.

What makes the .22 TCM cartridge powerful?

Its power comes from its high velocity, exceeding 2,000 fps, and its design based on a 9mm case, allowing for more propellant. This results in greater kinetic energy and destructive potential compared to the .22 LR.

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