22lr velocity test

[johntheplinker]

I picked up 5 different types of 22lr to test hopefully by spring if not sooner.
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I'll run them through my 10/22 which is the same as the past tests I've done.

I'm also going to run the Punch, and Norma Eco through my TX22 also for velocity, and functionality.

Yes, let us know!

 

[DadSmith]

Bumping this for @gregkl

 

[DadSmith]

I tested these four today. 50yds.


Here is chronograph information.





Here is my setup.
10/22 with 2-7x Vortex Rimfire scope.


Here are the 10 shot groups for the four different loads.






The Norma Tac-22 I believe has the best potential of the four accuracy wise. With a 7 power scope at 50yds its probably going to be tough to get a better group at least for me.

Notice the Norma Eco rd I put in picture. It rammed into the magazine instead of loading. That was the only major problem today with the different ammunition.

I plan on buying a Ruger American Rimfire or a Savage FV-SR at some point and putting a more powerful scope on it to see just how accurate these loads are.

My 10/22 is my varmint hunting rifle and I don't want more than what it has on it scope wise.

Let me, and others know how your rifle did with these loads as well.

Hope this was helpful.

 

[OneBadV8]

I assumed after seeing the extreme spread numbers that the Norma Tac-22 was going to do the best.

Well documented, and nice write up @DadSmith

 

[DadSmith]

I assumed after seeing the extreme spread numbers that the Norma Tac-22 was going to do the best.

Well documented, and nice write up @DadSmith

The Tac 22 was really good. 8 shots 0.8"
The two flyers could have been me. I felt like I got good shots off for all 10.
As I stated a more powerful scope would have let me see how much movement I was actually doing at 50yds.

 

[DadSmith]

Here is a close up of that Norma Eco rd that took a nose dive into my magazine. It was the only one to do so.

 

[DadSmith]

Here is a close up of that Norma Eco rd that took a nose dive into my magazine. It was the only one to do so.

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Update on this.
The magazine is bad. I investigated it, it's just worn out. I've been using it since I bought the gun in the 90's.
I actually lost it in the woods hunting raccoon, found it 4 months later. It was still working.
I took it apart cleaned it, and it worked perfectly until this trip.
The spring feels very weak. So I think it's time to toss it and buy new 10 or 15rd magazines for replacement.

 

[DadSmith]

Has anyone tried these in their rifle? If so what was the accuracy with them? I wonder if that extra 5gr would be beneficial?
Do they cycle good in a semiautomatic?
Like a 45gr CCI SV.

 

[OneBadV8]

Has anyone tried these in their rifle? If so what was the accuracy with them? I wonder if that extra 5gr would be beneficial?
Do they cycle good in a semiautomatic?
Like a 45gr CCI SV.

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I’ve always just used standard velocity. It's still very very quiet through a suppressor

 

[DadSmith]

I’ve always just used standard velocity. It's still very very quiet through a suppressor

I don't have a suppressor as my hearing is gone. I just what to try them for accuracy purposes.
However, if they are inaccurate I may give up on the search. I still have not seen them locally sold yet. I may ask my LGS to order me one in on their next order if they can.
I just don't want to buy bulk, and find out they aren't any good accuracy wise.
That was the whole purpose of my testing. To see what my rifle liked, then stock up on it.

 

[OneBadV8]

I don't have a suppressor as my hearing is gone. I just what to try them for accuracy purposes.
However, if they are inaccurate I may give up on the search. I still have not seen them locally sold yet. I may ask my LGS to order me one in on their next order if they can.
I just don't want to buy bulk, and find out they aren't any good accuracy wise.
That was the whole purpose of my testing. To see what my rifle liked, then stock up on it.

CCI has always been pretty good in mine.

Check out wolf match extra too

 

[DadSmith]

CCI has always been pretty good in mine.

Check out wolf match extra too

I'll have to add that to the order list. I've never seen that sold at the LGS. I've heard and seen good reviews on it online though.

 

[55fairlane]

I'll have to add that to the order list. I've never seen that sold at the LGS. I've heard and seen good reviews on it online though.

Wolf extra match is RWS ...... champion choice has a great selection, check them out at Camp Perry this summer....so worth it.

If you're near Ft.Wayne, bring your ammo and you can redue the tests with one of my small bore target rifles.......you might be surprised......