What is 22winmag?

The .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire (.22%20Winchester%20Magnum%20Rimfire), often abbreviated as .22 WMR or .22 Mag, is a rimfire cartridge developed in 1959 by Winchester.

• Performance: It offers significantly higher velocity and energy compared to the .22 Long Rifle (.22%20Long%20Rifle). This translates to flatter trajectories and greater stopping power at longer ranges. Typical muzzle velocities range from 1,875 fps to over 2,000 fps depending on bullet weight and barrel length.

• Applications: It is used for hunting small game such as rabbits, squirrels, and prairie dogs. It can also be effective on larger varmints like coyotes at shorter ranges. It is popular for handgun hunting and recreational shooting.

• Firearms: The .22 WMR cartridge is chambered in a variety of firearms, including rifles, handguns, and even some shotguns (though less common). Rifles are available in both bolt-action and semi-automatic designs.

• Advantages: Higher velocity and flatter trajectory than .22 LR. Greater terminal energy for hunting small game.

• Disadvantages: More expensive than .22 LR. Louder than .22 LR. More recoil than .22 LR. Not suitable for indoor ranges due to its higher velocity.

• Bullet Weights: Common bullet weights range from 30 to 50 grains.