Recommend me a 22Magnum Semi Auto Rifle

ConRich · May 20, 2022, 01:49 PM

Could someone recommend a semi auto rifle that is chambered for 22Magnum,
my 10-22 isn't doing the job on groundhogs at 80 yards.

Thanks,
Rich

9x19 · May 20, 2022, 03:01 PM

Magnum Research and Volquartsen both make 10/22-style rifles in .22 Magnum.

Bear Creek Armory is offering .22 Magnum AR15-style rifles, and pistols.

SR420 · May 20, 2022, 05:25 PM

I like my CMR 30, it shoots well and it's suppressor ready.

This is an old picture, I have made a few changes.

Doc Intrepid · May 20, 2022, 09:27 PM

This thread might be of interest --

https://thefiringline.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=614735

wachtelhund1 · May 20, 2022, 09:43 PM

HK 300 one of the best and most accurate semi-autos.

I also have a Savage A22 mag bedded in a Boyd's fancy walnut stock with a Jard 1 1/2 pound trigger. The stock HK 300 rifle is still more accurate.

hammie · May 21, 2022, 01:13 AM

For current production, the savage A22 and magnum research rifles have already been mentioned. There is also the CZ 512. I have one. It's reliable with standard CCI or Winchester 40 grain ammunition. If you can get used to the spongey trigger, the CZ 512 is accurate enough within the limitations of .22 WMR ammunition. The CZ seems to be a reasonable compromise between quality and cost.

I know you didn't ask this, but I would also consider a rifle chambered for .22 hornet. It would provide better performance and accuracy and if noise is a factor, the hornet would not be much louder than a .22 WMR. The problem right now, of course, is finding .22 hornet brass or ammunition.

ConRich · May 25, 2022, 06:54 PM

Thanks for taking the time to help. I think that the CZ 512 that Hammie recommended is exactly what I'm looking for. Now to find one.

Thanks again,
Rich

May 20, 2022, 01:49 PM	#1
ConRich Senior Member Join Date: December 7, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 299	Recommend me a 22Magnum Semi Auto Rifle Could someone recommend a semi auto rifle that is chambered for 22Magnum, my 10-22 isn't doing the job on groundhogs at 80 yards. Thanks, Rich

May 20, 2022, 03:01 PM	#2
9x19 Senior Member Join Date: October 15, 1998 Location: Sherman, TX USA Posts: 3,750	Magnum Research and Volquartsen both make 10/22-style rifles in .22 Magnum. Bear Creek Armory is offering .22 Magnum AR15-style rifles, and pistols. __________________ Make mine lean, mean, and 9x19!

May 20, 2022, 05:25 PM	#3
SR420 Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Georgia, USA Posts: 3,336	I like my CMR 30, it shoots well and it's suppressor ready. This is an old picture, I have made a few changes. __________________ The History and Development of the M14 EBR

May 20, 2022, 09:27 PM	#4
Doc Intrepid Senior Member Join Date: May 22, 2009 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,037	This thread might be of interest -- https://thefiringline.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=614735 __________________ *Treat everyone you meet with dignity and respect....but have a plan to kill them just in case.*

May 20, 2022, 09:43 PM	#5
wachtelhund1 Senior Member Join Date: January 4, 2007 Location: pelican lake, WI Posts: 413	HK 300 HK 300 one of the best and most accurate semi-autos. I also have a Savage A22 mag bedded in a Boyd's fancy walnut stock with a Jard 1 1/2 pound trigger. The stock HK 300 rifle is still more accurate. Last edited by wachtelhund1; May 20, 2022 at 09:51 PM.

May 21, 2022, 01:13 AM	#6
hammie Senior Member Join Date: March 18, 2009 Location: Temple, TX Posts: 959	For current production, the savage A22 and magnum research rifles have already been mentioned. There is also the CZ 512. I have one. It's reliable with standard CCI or Winchester 40 grain ammunition. If you can get used to the spongey trigger, the CZ 512 is accurate enough within the limitations of .22 WMR ammunition. The CZ seems to be a reasonable compromise between quality and cost. I know you didn't ask this, but I would also consider a rifle chambered for .22 hornet. It would provide better performance and accuracy and if noise is a factor, the hornet would not be much louder than a .22 WMR. The problem right now, of course, is finding .22 hornet brass or ammunition.

May 25, 2022, 06:54 PM	#7
ConRich Senior Member Join Date: December 7, 2004 Location: Maine Posts: 299	Thank you Thanks for taking the time to help. I think that the CZ 512 that Hammie recommended is exactly what I'm looking for. Now to find one. Thanks again, Rich