CB Shorts & CB Longs 100+ yards Accurately Rossi .22

Published on April 8, 2020
Duration: 12:48

This video demonstrates shooting a Rossi youth model .22 rifle at 100 and 150 yards using CCI CB Shorts and CB Longs. The instructor assesses the accuracy and consistency of these low-velocity rounds at extended distances, noting differences in point of impact and perceived consistency between the two types of ammunition. The experiment highlights the capabilities of a basic .22 rifle with specialized ammunition for backyard or short-range plinking.

Quick Summary

CCI CB Shorts and CB Longs are .22 LR ammunition featuring a 29-grain bullet at 710 fps. While sharing ballistics, CB Longs have a longer casing for older firearm compatibility. Testing showed they require significant holdover at 100-150 yards and CB Longs may be less consistent than CB Shorts at extended ranges.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Rossi .22 Youth Combo
  2. 00:16Sights and Target Setup
  3. 00:37Testing CCI Thunderbolt at 100 Yards
  4. 00:41Goal: Testing CB Shorts & Longs at Distance
  5. 01:24100 Yard Shots with Thunderbolts
  6. 02:01First CB Shorts Shots at 100 Yards
  7. 02:14Aiming Point for CB Shorts
  8. 03:08Adjusting Aim for CB Shorts
  9. 04:18Testing CB Longs at 100 Yards
  10. 05:00CB Longs vs. CB Shorts: Point of Impact
  11. 05:23Aiming Higher for CB Longs
  12. 06:04CB Longs Inconsistency Observed
  13. 07:01Moving to 150 Yards
  14. 08:07Testing CB Shorts at 150 Yards
  15. 09:04Hitting the Target at 150 Yards
  16. 10:15Testing CB Longs at 150 Yards
  17. 10:27CB Longs Lower and Less Consistent at 150 Yards
  18. 12:14Conclusion and Future Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rossi .22 youth model rifle like?

The Rossi .22 youth model is a single-shot combo rifle, specifically tested here with the .22 barrel. It's described as a 'dinky' youth model with a short barrel, weighing around 3 to 3.5 pounds, making it lightweight and compact.

How do CCI CB Shorts and CB Longs compare in performance?

Both CCI CB Shorts and CB Longs use a 29-grain bullet at approximately 710 feet per second. The main difference is the CB Longs have a longer shell casing. In testing, CB Longs sometimes hit lower and appeared less consistent than CB Shorts at extended ranges like 100 and 150 yards.

What is the effective range of CCI CB Shorts and Longs from a Rossi .22?

At 100 yards, significant holdover is required for CB Shorts and Longs. At 150 yards, hitting a 16-inch steel plate is possible with CB Shorts, but requires aiming about six feet high. CB Longs at 150 yards showed less consistency and a lower point of impact.

Why are CCI CB Shorts and Longs used?

CCI CB Shorts and CB Longs are designed for quiet shooting, making them suitable for backyard plinking. They are also used in older firearms that may only chamber one specific type of .22 cartridge due to their compatibility features.

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