YAG(un)T: 22 versus 22 magnum

[Pegun]

Any one know the difference between a .22 rifle and a .22 magnum rifle. I think it might be the ammo used but I'm not totally sure.😕

 

[FallenHero]

it is the ammo used.

 

[Ausm]

.22 magnum shell is twice as long as a regular 22 caliber round.


Ausm

 

[Rudee]

same size bullet, the casing is longer to accomidate more powder, thus farther range.

 

[desy]

Adds about 50yrds to your effective range and if your going to shoot anything bigger than a squirrel its a better option. 3X the ammunition cost tho of regular 22 and not as common if your trying to pick some up at a gas station etc.

 

[Fenixgoon]

Originally posted by: desy
Adds about 50yrds to your effective range and if your going to shoot anything bigger than a squirrel its a better option. 3X the ammunition cost tho of regular 22 and not as common if your trying to pick some up at a gas station etc.

ouch... regular .22 ammo is dirt cheap though, right?

 

[sygyzy]

Yes, regular .22 (LR) ammo is cheap.

 

[giantpinkbunnyhead]

Yeah, i pick up reg .22 ammo for about $9/500 rounds. Certainly a lot cheaper than .50/round for my .44, thats for sure.

 

[Fenixgoon]

Originally posted by: giantpinkbunnyhead
Yeah, i pick up reg .22 ammo for about $9/500 rounds. Certainly a lot cheaper than .50/round for my .44, thats for sure.

yeah, that would be classified as cheap 😀😀