The Quietest .22lr You Ever Heard - TheFireArmGuy

Published on April 28, 2014
Duration: 1:50

This review tests the extreme quietness of CCI Quiet-22 .22lr ammunition, especially when suppressed. While exceptionally quiet, the low velocity (710 fps) means it lacks the pressure to reliably cycle semi-automatic actions like the Ruger 10/22 based High Tower Armory 90/22, requiring manual cycling. Even unsuppressed, the Quiet-22 rounds are remarkably subdued.

Quick Summary

CCI Quiet-22 ammunition is exceptionally quiet, featuring a 40-grain bullet at 710 fps. While ideal for suppressed use, its low velocity often prevents reliable cycling in semi-automatic firearms, requiring manual operation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Standard .22lr Suppressed Test
  2. 00:18CCI Quiet-22 Introduction & Specs
  3. 00:27Suppressed Quiet-22 Demonstration
  4. 00:57Sound Comparison: Quiet-22 vs Standard
  5. 01:12Unsuppressed Quiet-22 Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CCI Quiet-22 ammunition so quiet?

CCI Quiet-22 ammunition is designed for extreme quietness, featuring a reduced velocity of 710 feet per second with a 40-grain lead round nose bullet. This combination significantly lowers the sound signature compared to standard .22lr rounds.

Will CCI Quiet-22 cycle a semi-automatic .22lr rifle?

Generally, CCI Quiet-22 ammunition lacks the necessary pressure to reliably cycle the action of most semi-automatic firearms due to its low velocity. Manual cycling of the bolt is typically required.

How quiet is CCI Quiet-22 ammunition when unsuppressed?

Even without a suppressor, CCI Quiet-22 ammunition remains remarkably quiet. It produces a significantly lower noise level than standard .22lr rounds, making it suitable for situations where noise reduction is important.

What firearm was used to test the CCI Quiet-22 ammunition?

The CCI Quiet-22 ammunition was tested using a High Tower Armory 90/22 bullpup chassis, which is built on a Ruger 10/22 action, both with and without a suppressor.

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