The CCI Sub-Sonic HP .22 LR 40-grain lead hollow point load (CCI part no. 56) runs at sub-sonic velocity to create less noise while its bullet still expands reliably on small game. The maker rates it at 1050 fps at the muzzle and loads it with CCI primers and brass. CCI says the bullet expands without fragmenting, which is the behavior a quiet small-game load needs. The 100-round box suits a day in the field. It differs from the lead round nose Sub-Sonic load in that this hollow point is designed to open on impact.

Key Specifications

• Caliber is .22 LR, the chambering this Sub-Sonic load is made for.
• Bullet weight is 40 grains, the weight CCI lists for this load.
• The bullet is a lead hollow point that CCI says expands without fragmenting.
• Muzzle velocity is 1050 fps, the sub-sonic speed CCI publishes for this load.
• Muzzle energy is 98 foot-pounds, the figure CCI lists at the muzzle.
• Velocity at 100 yards is 897 fps, the speed the bullet retains downrange.
• Energy at 100 yards is 72 foot-pounds, the figure left at the end of the published range.
• Package quantity is 100 rounds, a full box for the field.
• Intended usage is small game, as CCI lists it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this load quieter than a high-velocity .22 LR? CCI describes it as clocking in at sub-sonic velocities, which creates less noise.

How does the bullet perform on small game? CCI says the bullet expands reliably for quick kills on a variety of small game and expands without fragmenting.

How many rounds are in the box? This listing is a 100-round box of 40-grain lead hollow point .22 LR.

Buy the CCI Sub-Sonic HP .22 LR 40gr Lead Hollow Point, 100 Rounds

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