The .22 Long Rifle is a low‑pressure rimfire cartridge engineered for minimal recoil, broad platform compatibility, and high‑volume shooting efficiency. Its rimfire priming produces variable ignition characteristics, but modern loads deliver stable short‑range accuracy and reliable cycling in both semi‑auto and bolt‑action rifles. With velocities ranging from quiet subsonic to high‑speed hollow points, the .22 LR provides predictable small‑game performance, cost‑effective training capability, and unmatched versatility across recreational, hunting, and precision rimfire applications.

















