The Worlds Quietest Bullet: 22 Colibrí…

Published on July 19, 2025
Duration: 6:40

This video provides an expert-level review of the Aguila Super Colibrí .22 LR ammunition, testing its unique primer-only propellant system for sound, energy, and accuracy across various firearms. The host, demonstrating high authority and technical knowledge, highlights its potential for quiet varmint control while noting limitations like cycling issues in semi-automatic pistols.

Quick Summary

The Aguila Super Colibrí .22 LR is renowned as the world's quietest bullet because it uses only primer ignition, lacking gunpowder. While exceptionally quiet and suitable for pest control, it lacks the energy to reliably cycle semi-automatic firearms and offers significantly less penetration than standard .22 LR.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to .22 Colibrí
  2. 00:20Initial Sound Test
  3. 00:34Testing Across Different Platforms
  4. 02:21Rifle Performance
  5. 02:51Technical Background
  6. 03:14Energy and Accuracy Testing
  7. 04:53Ballistics Gel Penetration
  8. 06:05Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Aguila Super Colibrí .22 LR the world's quietest bullet?

The Aguila Super Colibrí .22 LR is exceptionally quiet because it contains no gunpowder. It relies solely on the primer's ignition charge for propulsion, resulting in very low velocity and minimal sound report, making it suitable for applications where noise is a primary concern.

How does the Aguila Super Colibrí perform in semi-automatic pistols?

In semi-automatic pistols, the Aguila Super Colibrí typically fails to cycle the action due to its extremely low energy. This often results in a single shot followed by a malfunction, and the sound produced can be sharp, akin to a nail gun.

What is the penetration power of the Aguila Super Colibrí compared to standard .22 LR?

Ballistics gel tests indicate that the Aguila Super Colibrí has significantly less penetration power than standard .22 LR. It typically achieves only 3-4 inches of penetration, roughly one-third of what a standard .22 LR round can achieve.

What are the main advantages and disadvantages of the Aguila Super Colibrí?

The primary advantage is its extreme quietness, making it ideal for pest control or training in noise-sensitive environments. The main disadvantages include its inability to reliably cycle semi-automatic firearms and its significantly reduced energy, limiting its effectiveness for defense or hunting larger varmints.

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