22 WMR – 30 Gr VT – CCI Rimfire VNT (969CC) – 500 Rounds

The 22 WMR is a capable varmint cartridge, and a light tipped bullet gives it the flattest trajectory and fastest expansion. This listing is CCI VNT 22 WMR 30 grain varmint tipped ammo, MPN 969CC, sold as 500 rounds. It is a favorite for prairie dogs, ground squirrels, and other small pests out of a 22 Magnum rifle.

CCI rates this load at 2,200 fps with 322 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. That is very fast for the 22 WMR, which flattens trajectory and stretches practical range compared with standard 40 grain loads. The polymer tip improves aerodynamics and starts violent expansion and fragmentation on impact, which reduces ricochet risk on hard ground. The light bullet makes it a dedicated varmint load, not a choice for coyotes at long range or for defense.

This ammunition fits rifles and handguns chambered in 22 WMR, including the Savage 93R and A22 Magnum, CZ 457, Ruger American Rimfire, Henry lever and bolt actions, Marlin 983, and the Kel-Tec CMR-30. A common question is whether 22 WMR is a big step up from 22 LR. Yes. It roughly doubles the energy of most 22 LR loads and adds significant range. Another common question is whether 22 WMR and 22 Winchester Rimfire are the same. The older 22 WRF is shorter, and 22 WMR should not be fired in a 22 WRF gun.

CCI 969CC is new production ammunition, not reloads, made in the USA in Lewiston, Idaho. It uses rimfire priming in brass cases and cannot be reloaded. This listing ships as 10 boxes of 50 rounds for 500 rounds total from one lot. Light, fast varmint bullets can be finicky about rifles, so staying on a single lot keeps groups consistent across a busy season. Check zero at 100 yards and note your holds at 125 and 150, the distances where this load is most useful.