T/CR22 - Removing and Loading your Magazine

Published on May 9, 2018
Duration: 0:56

This guide details the process of removing and loading the magazine for the Thompson/Center Arms T/CR22 rifle. It emphasizes critical safety protocols throughout the procedure, including ensuring the rifle is unloaded and using the load assist lever for efficient cartridge insertion. The standard capacity of the rotary magazine is noted as 10 rounds of .22 LR ammunition.

Quick Summary

The T/CR22 rifle uses a 10-round rotary magazine for .22 LR ammunition. To remove it, press the magazine release forward and pull the magazine out. For loading, use the 'load assist lever' by pressing it down and feeding cartridges under the feed lips, one by one, up to the 10-round capacity. Always ensure the rifle is unloaded before handling.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Safety Warnings
  2. 00:09Removing the Magazine
  3. 00:17Loading the First Round
  4. 00:35Loading Additional Rounds

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you remove the magazine from a T/CR22 rifle?

To remove the magazine from the T/CR22, locate the magazine release lever, typically found near the base of the magazine well. Press this lever forward, away from the trigger guard, and then pull the magazine straight down and out of the rifle's magazine well.

What is the capacity of the T/CR22 magazine and what ammunition does it use?

The standard T/CR22 rotary magazine has a capacity of 10 rounds and is specifically designed to use .22 LR (Long Rifle) ammunition. It is important not to exceed this capacity to ensure reliable function.

How do you load cartridges into the T/CR22 magazine?

To load the T/CR22 magazine, first ensure the rifle is unloaded. Locate the load assist lever on the side of the magazine, press it down fully, and feed a .22 LR cartridge under the feed lips. Continue loading by pressing subsequent rounds down with the next one until the magazine is full (up to 10 rounds).

Are there any special features for loading the T/CR22 magazine?

Yes, the T/CR22 magazine features a 'load assist lever' marked 'PRESS LEVER TO LOAD'. This lever helps to compress the magazine spring, making it significantly easier to insert the .22 LR cartridges, especially when loading the first few rounds.

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