Federal American Eagle .22 LR 45gr RN Subsonic

Federal’s American Eagle Rimfire line in .22 LR (brand part no. AE22SUP1) loads a 45-grain lead round nose bullet at a subsonic 970 feet per second, built specifically with suppressor hosts in mind. Federal selects this bullet weight and profile to stay reliably below the sound barrier, so a suppressed rimfire host stays as quiet as the can allows without a supersonic crack downrange. Clean-burning powder cuts down on cleanup after a long range session, and Federal’s own brass cases deliver the reliable function and ignition the American Eagle line is known for. For .22 LR shooters running a suppressor, or anyone who wants a dependable subsonic plinking round, this rimfire ammunition is built for quiet, consistent function.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .22 LR, the standard rimfire caliber.
• The bullet weighs 45 grains, a heavier-for-caliber weight tuned for subsonic performance.
• The bullet is a lead round nose, a traditional rimfire profile.
• Muzzle velocity is listed at 970 fps, a genuinely subsonic loading.
• Federal selects the bullet weight and profile specifically for suppressed-firearm compatibility.
• The powder is clean-burning, cutting down on fouling and cleanup.
• The case material is brass, giving reliable function and ignition.
• Cost runs about $0.10 per round, an affordable price for subsonic rimfire ammunition.
• Each box holds 50 rounds, a standard rimfire range-day count.
• Shipping weight per box runs 0.42 pounds, light enough to order in bulk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this load subsonic? Yes, at a listed 970 fps it stays below the speed of sound, avoiding the supersonic crack a suppressor cannot quiet.

Is this ammunition good for suppressed rifles and pistols? Yes, Federal selects the bullet weight and profile specifically for reliable function through suppressed rimfire firearms.

Does clean-burning powder matter for suppressor use? Yes, less fouling means less buildup inside the suppressor and easier maintenance between range trips.

Buy Federal American Eagle .22 LR 45gr RN Subsonic

A suppressor only stays quiet if the ammunition behind it stays subsonic, and American Eagle is built to do exactly that, shot after shot. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.