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25 lis 2019 · The .22 LR has a muzzle energy of 137 foot-pounds (ft-lbs) and drops to 91 ft-lbs at 100 yards. The .22 WMR, while not considered a high-powered cartridge, has a muzzle energy of 314 ft-lbs and 153 ft-lbs after 100 yards. Winner: .22 Magnum.
23 lut 2022 · Between the .22 LR and the.22 WMR, which is the better choice for the hunter? Contributor Philip Massaro examines the pros and cons of each.
All cartridges listed may not be available for sale, due to discontinuation or restricted to Law Enforcement Only N/A or * data was not available. Listed below are standard bullet drop rates at 100 yards for rimfire ammo. Drop rate is in inches and are approximate. 22 BB Caps. 22 CB Caps. 22 Short.
27 lut 2024 · The .22 WMR leaves the muzzle of most rifles at around 1,875 fps, while the .22 LR comes out at roughly 1,235 fps—a difference of 640 fps. This is quite glaring and very notable on the range. As is evident in the graph below, zeroed at 50 yards, the .22 LR takes a much more parabolic trajectory to the target, going a full ¼-inch above the ...
25 kwi 2021 · The 22 WMR’s standard 40 grain projectile delivers a muzzle velocity about 60 percent higher than a 22 LR’s, and about 2.5 times more muzzle energy. Available with bullets ranging in weight from 30 to 50 grains.
8 maj 2023 · If you’re looking for a cheap and easy-to-use cartridge for plinking and small game hunting, the 22LR is a great choice. If you’re looking for a more powerful and versatile cartridge for hunting small to medium game at longer ranges, or for target shooting, the 22WMR is the way to go.
The 22 WMR is a definitive step up in power level compared to the 22 LR and excels at pest control. Designed to take on larger game and extend a shooters effective range, the 22 Magnum hits twice as hard as a 22 LR at only a minimal increase in recoil.
