The RWS Sport Line Target Rifle .22 LR 40gr Lead Round Nose ammunition is engineered for smallbore discipline training and club-level target competition. Loaded with a 40-grain (2.6 g) solid lead round nose projectile, it produces a standard subsonic muzzle velocity of 330 m/s (1,083 fps) and a muzzle energy of 142 Joules from a standard 650 mm test barrel. By staying below the speed of sound, the cartridge avoids transonic buffeting, delivering stable flight trajectories and tight, repeatable groupings in single-shot target rifles, bolt-action platforms, and semi-automatic rimfire rifles.

Key Features

• Subsonic Aerodynamic Profile: The 40gr lead round-nose bullet reduces drag and eliminates supersonic shockwave turbulence for consistent shot placement.
• Consistent Ignition and Cycling: Manufactured with high-grade brass cases and uniform rimfire priming for reliable cycling in both bolt-action and semi-automatic .22 LR actions.
• Target-Optimised Range: Ballistics are tailored for 50-metre smallbore targets, retaining a velocity of approximately 271 m/s at 91 metres (100 yards).
• Standard Range Packaging: Supplied in convenient 50-round trays suitable for structured training sessions and club matches.

Specifications

• Calibre: .22 Long Rifle (.22 LR) rimfire
• Bullet Weight: 40 grains (2.6 grams)
• Bullet Profile: Lead Round Nose (LRN)
• Muzzle Velocity: 330 m/s (1,083 fps)
• Muzzle Energy: 142 Joules
• Cartridge Overall Length: 25.4 mm
• Case Material: Brass
• Quantity: 50 rounds per box

Who is the RWS Target Rifle .22 LR 40gr LRN 50 Pack for?

• 50m smallbore and three-position target shooters — requires consistent subsonic performance where this .22 LR target ammunition leaves the muzzle at 330 m/s to prevent transonic destabilisation across standard 50-metre competition courses.
• Benchrest and precision rimfire club competitors — benefits from the uniform trajectory and predictable recoil generated by a 40-grain solid lead bullet producing 142 Joules of muzzle energy.
• Biathlon and 100m prone practice shooters — utilizes the standard 50-round box format for structured training sets, maintaining steady flight stability downrange with a 40-grain projectile profile.

Less suitable for: Elite international or Olympic match competitors who require top-tier match-grade rimfire cartridges such as RWS R50 or R100, and small game hunters needing rapid terminal expansion, who require high-velocity hollow-point rimfire ammunition instead of solid lead target rounds.