Rimfire cartridge reference
.22 LR Ammunition
Also known as .22 Long Rifle, 5.6x15mmR.
The most-produced cartridge on earth — cheap, quiet, and low-recoil, making it the standard for training, plinking, and small game.
At a glance
Common firearms in .22 LR
Frequently asked
How much does .22 LR cost per round?+
.22 LR typically runs about $0.06–$0.12 per round online, roughly $90 for a 1,000-round case at the middle of that range (as of 2026). Bulk cases lower the per-round cost, while premium defensive or match loads run higher. Prices move with supply, so track your own cost per round over time.
What is .22 LR used for?+
.22 LR is most commonly used for plinking, training, small game. The most-produced cartridge on earth — cheap, quiet, and low-recoil, making it the standard for training, plinking, and small game.
What firearms are chambered in .22 LR?+
Popular options include Ruger 10/22, Smith & Wesson M&P15-22, Ruger Mark IV. It falls in the rimfire category.
How much does .22 LR recoil, and is it available?+
.22 LR has light recoil for its class, and availability is currently "very common." You'll find it at most retailers and online.
Track your .22 LR the smart way
Rangium logs your .22 LR by the round: stock on hand, cost per round and spend over time, with low-stock warnings when you run short. Ask Vanta how much you have left, and list or find .22 LR firearms in the marketplace.