gfl216 226 Posted February 15, 2017 What is the average effective range of a rifle chambered for the 22 mag round when used strictly for target shooting? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pasu0115 200 Posted February 15, 2017 In good, low wind conditions, I would say you could get 200-250 yards out of a .22 Mag. Beyond that, would be really tough. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gfl216 226 Posted February 15, 2017 In good, low wind conditions, I would say you could get 200-250 yards out of a .22 Mag. Beyond that, would be really tough. So if I wanted to shoot milk jugs at 200 yds this would be a decent and relatively cheap round to use? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted February 15, 2017 So if I wanted to shoot milk jugs at 200 yds this would be a decent and relatively cheap round to use? Yes. But the slightest puff of a breeze will throw something like it off track pretty easily. If you're cool with being frustrated and up for a challenge go for it. I'd use a 223. Or, if you want to stick with rimfire a 17... something. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Golf battery 1,223 Posted February 15, 2017 22 mag isnt cheap ammo. 223 would be better Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5,504 Posted February 16, 2017 Would be better off with .17 no? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RichP 115 Posted February 16, 2017 Yes. But the slightest puff of a breeze will throw something like it off track pretty easily. If you're cool with being frustrated and up for a challenge go for it. I'd use a 223. Or, if you want to stick with rimfire a 17... something. What he said. 10mph wind will throw a 22 WMR off by around 25 inches, whereas a .223 will drift around 4 inches in the same wind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gfl216 226 Posted February 16, 2017 Okay thanks for the input, looks like I'll be looking for a .223 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
124gr9mm 859 Posted February 17, 2017 Okay thanks for the input, looks like I'll be looking for a .223 Enjoy the search! You'll have TONS of options. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites