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CCI 970 Small Game Quiet22 22LR 40 GR LRN 50 Rounds
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SKU: 970-076683009708
Overview
Built for small game hunting, this rimfire load is aimed at hunters who want a quieter option without changing their approach in the field. Its segmented hollow point bullet is intended to reduce meat spoilage and hide damage, while the 40-grain .22 LR load is packaged in 50-round boxes for practical range or hunting use. With a stated 75% lower perceived noise than standard velocity .22 Long Rifle rounds, it suits situations where minimizing disturbance matters. The trade-off is straightforward: it is a specialized hunting round designed around quiet performance and controlled terminal effect, not general-purpose shooting.
Why Hunters Choose the Cci
Small Game
A quiet rimfire load
Produces 75%
Less perceived noise than standard
Segmented Hollow
Point bullet is intended to
Bullet Splits
Into three distinct wound channels
Available 50-round
Boxes for convenient range or
Key Features
- Designed for small game hunting
- Segmented hollow point bullet helps reduce meat spoilage and hide damage
- Produces 75% less perceived noise than standard velocity 22 Long Rifle rounds
- Segmented HP bullet splits into three wound channels on impact
- 50-round box of 22 LR ammunition
Best Used For
- Small game hunters wanting reduced noise for close-range rimfire shooting
- Hunters focused on minimizing meat spoilage and hide damage
- Users needing a quieter .22 LR option for discreet field use
- Shooters looking for 50-round boxes of 40-grain segmented hollow point ammunition
Specifications
| Bullet Type | Segmented Hollow Point |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 40 gr |
| Caliber | 22 LR |
| Casing Material | Brass |
| Muzzle Energy | 45 ft lbs |
| Muzzle Velocity | 710 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 50 |
Pros
- Designed specifically for small game hunting with a quiet rimfire load.
- Produces 75% less perceived noise than standard velocity 22 Long Rifle rounds.
- Segmented hollow point bullet is intended to reduce meat spoilage and hide damage.
- Bullet splits into three distinct wound channels upon impact.
- Available in 50-round boxes for convenient range or field use.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a low-velocity .22 LR load, so it is intended for small game use rather than general-purpose shooting.
- The 50-round box size is practical for field use, but it is a relatively small quantity if you shoot frequently.
- Its quieter report is a key advantage for stealth, but that same low-velocity design comes with different performance characteristics than standard velocity .22 LR ammunition.
- The segmented hollow point is designed for small game, so it is more specialized than a typical round-nose .22 LR load.
Suggested Comparisons
- Small game hunting ammunition
- Standard-velocity .22 LR ammunition
- Subsonic rimfire ammunition
- Hollow point rimfire ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Rimfire rifle cleaning kit
- Small game field dressing kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of hunting is CCI Quiet-22 intended for?
It is designed specifically for small game hunting.
How many rounds come in a box?
This product is sold in 50-round boxes.
What are the listed caliber and bullet type?
The listed caliber is 22 LR, and the bullet type is Segmented Hollow Point.
What bullet weight, muzzle velocity, and muzzle energy are listed?
The listed bullet weight is 40 gr, with a muzzle velocity of 710 fps and muzzle energy of 45 ft lbs.
What does the product description say about noise?
The Quiet-22 load is described as producing 75% less perceived noise than standard velocity 22 Long Rifle rounds.