Tactical Rimfires
Hey all, we here at True Shot Academy are going to talk about tactical rimfires today. Shooters employ firearms of this type in various configurations and for many use cases today. Often times, shooters select a firearm of this type for their first firearm due to their affordable and plentiful nature. We are going to delve into the many traits, features, and benefits of these types of firearms today. Without further ado, let’s explore tactical rimfires.
What is a Tactical Rimfire?
Put plainly, a tactical rimfire is a firearm chambered in a rimfire caliber like
.22 LR which exhibits a number of tactical aspects. These tactical aspects include things such as threaded barrels, high-capacity magazines, the ability to accept optics, and other features found on rifles such as AR-15s. Of course, other .22 rimfire calibers can also be found but .22 LR tends to be the most common chambering of firearms of this type. These types of firearms can often be found in the form of handguns or rifles, with some offerings even mirroring centerfire firearms in terms of function and form factor. Most firearms of this type are going to be semi-automatic in nature though some manual offerings exist such as bolt action rifles.
Who Makes Tactical Rimfires?
Tactical rimfire are produced by a number of manufacturers. As mentioned above, these firearms can be had in both pistol and rifle form. Ruger, Glock, Kel-Tec, Walther, and Beretta are among the producers of tactical rimfire pistols. Popular models include offerings such as the many Mark IV and 22/45 models from Ruger, Glock 44 pistols, and Kel-Tec CP-33 handguns. Companies such as Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Tippmann, Kriss USA, and CZ produce tactical rimfire rifles and “pistol” configured firearms. Notable examples include Ruger Charger pistols, Ruger 10/22 rifles, Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 rifles, and Tippmann M4-22 offerings. Tactical rimfires are available at various price points, making them accessible by shooters of all types.
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Existing Firearms Can Be Made Tactical
In addition to buying a factory configured tactical rimfire, one could also convert many base model firearms into a tactical configuration. For example, the wide aftermarket support behind the 10/22 allows an end user to take a basic 10/22 carbine and configure it with various tactical accessories. These accessories encompass things such as optic mounts, sights, handguard, chassis systems, stocks, and sling mounts. This is to say that one simply does not need to go out and buy a brand-new firearm just to have a tactical rimfires. If one has a popular firearm design such as a 10/22, one can simply browse the wide range of parts and accessories to configure it as they wish.
Easily Configured
One of the biggest appeals for tactical rimfires is the fact that they can be easily configured with a variety of parts and accessories. These accessories can range from specific components for a given model in addition to accessories and components utilized by centerfire firearms. This is to say that one can set a tactical rimfire up with similar or identical equipment to what is on a centerfire rifle in the same configuration.
Shooters can easily customize and configure tactical rimfire firearms with a variety of optics, grips, muzzle devices, triggers, and more due to the wide range of parts and accessories on the market. Shooters can utilize popular optics from companies such as
EOTech, Trijicon, Aimpoint,
Holosun, and more on these types of rifles. By being able to easily configure one’s firearm, an end user can set up a tactical rimfire to match their specific preferences and use cases.
Great for Skill Development
These types of firearms make it easy for shooters to develop their skills as shooters. Rimfire firearms such as tactical rimfires lack the loud report and concussion that many centerfire rifles do. Additionally, these firearms exhibit low recoil impulses which will not overwhelm new shooters. Mild recoil and low reports allow shooters to focus on skill development rather than being overwhelmed. Even seasoned, experienced shooters can benefit from tactical rimfire use. These firearms simply allow users to drill their fundamentals with a mild recoiling and affordable cartridge.
Analogues for Modern Centerfire Rifles
Due to their modularity and easily configurable nature, tactical rimfires make great analogues for modern centerfire firearms. As mentioned earlier, some tactical rimfires mirror centerfire rifles in terms of function and form factor. This is especially observable with the case of the Glock 44 and Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22. These firearms notably act as analogues to Glock pistols and AR-15s as they possess nearly identical form factors and manuals of arms. This is to say that one can essentially build their proficiency for these types of firearms when using tactical rimfires, providing both skill development and recreation.
Good for Suppressor Use
Naturally, due to their tactical nature, most firearms of this type are good for suppressor use. These types of firearms typically feature threaded barrels which easily accept suppressors and other muzzle devices. One can easily add something like a SilencerCo Sparrow or KGM RF22 to the muzzle of a tactical rimfire pistol or rifle. This allows for suppressed shooting with one of the quietest cartridges on the market, making for an enjoyable experience. Generally speaking, rimfire suppressors tend to be much cheaper than their centerfire counterparts, making suppression an affordable reality for tactical rimfire users.
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Cheap and Plentiful Ammunition
One of the biggest benefits of tactical rimfire is the fact that they utilize cheap and plentiful
ammunition. As mentioned above, most firearms of this type will be available chambered in
.22 LR. This rimfire cartridge is one of the most common and accessible cartridges on the market.
Ammo of this type can easily be found at most places where ammunition is sold. The market is also full of various
.22 LR ammo offerings which are specialized for various use cases.
Bulk .22 LR ammunition can easily be acquired at reasonable prices to ensure that one has ample stock for the range.
Conclusion
All in all, there are many benefits to be had from a tactical rimfire pistol or rifle. These types of firearms are versatile and optimal for use cases such as competition, training, and plain recreation. This makes these firearms viable for use by shooters of all types. The affordable nature of
.22 LR ammo paired with the prolific nature of tactical rimfire firearms makes them easily accessible by shooters of all types. We here at True Shot Ammo carry a wide range of
.22 LR ammo for sale well-suited for tactical rimfires. Our wide range of
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9mm,
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