Aguila 22LR Ammo
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Aguila 22LR ammo is the rimfire line shooters reach for when they want something the mainstream brands don’t make. Manufactured in Mexico by one of the world’s largest rimfire producers, Aguila covers the everyday bulk-plinking job affordably — but its real claim to fame is a lineup of specialty loads, from the heavy 60-grain Sniper Subsonic to the nearly silent Colibri primer-only rounds. If you want affordable volume or a genuinely unusual .22, Aguila has it. This page covers the standard and specialty lines and where each shines. It’s part of our full .22 LR ammo selection.
Standard Aguila Loads
For everyday shooting, Aguila Super Extra is the workhorse — reliable high-velocity and standard-velocity 40-grain loads at a budget-friendly price, ideal for high-volume plinking and small game. The Interceptor pushes velocity higher for flatter shooting and varmints, while Super Extra Standard Velocity serves target practice. These are the loads that make Aguila a value leader for shooters who burn through bricks of .22.
The Specialty Lineup
Aguila’s specialty rounds are what set it apart from every other rimfire maker.
| Load | What’s Unusual | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Sniper Subsonic | Heavy 60-gr bullet | Suppressed shooting, heavy subsonic |
| Interceptor | ~1,470 fps hyper | Varmints, flat trajectory |
| Colibri | Primer-only, no powder | Ultra-quiet pest control, ~20 yds |
| Super Colibri | Primer-only, more energy | Quiet backyard plinking |
The 60-grain Sniper Subsonic is unique — a heavy-for-caliber bullet that stays subsonic and quiet, though it requires a fast barrel twist to stabilize. The Colibri rounds use only the primer to launch a tiny bullet at very low velocity for nearly silent, very short-range pest control. Our Aguila .22 LR guide tests every load.
Who Aguila Is For
Aguila suits two shooters: the high-volume plinker who wants reliable .22 at the lowest cost, and the experimenter who wants specialty loads no one else makes. A note on the 60-grain Sniper Subsonic — it needs a faster-than-standard barrel twist to shoot accurately, so it won’t stabilize in every rifle. Standards follow SAAMI specifications. Rimfire shooters also browse .22 WMR and other premium brands like CCI.
Buying Aguila 22LR
Buy Super Extra in bulk for everyday shooting and stock specialty loads for their purpose. Federal law sets the minimum age for rimfire ammunition at 18; some states and cities add restrictions, so per ATF guidance, confirm federal rules and review our ammunition shipping rules and state restrictions before ordering.
Aguila 22LR Ammo — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aguila 22LR ammo good?
Yes, for its purpose. Aguila is a major rimfire manufacturer offering reliable, affordable bulk ammo and a unique specialty lineup. Its Super Extra loads are solid value plinkers, and its specialty rounds like Sniper Subsonic and Colibri are made by few others. As budget bulk ammo it performs well; for match-grade precision, premium brands have the edge.
What is Aguila Sniper Subsonic used for?
Aguila Sniper Subsonic fires an unusually heavy 60-grain bullet at subsonic velocity, making it popular for suppressed shooting and quiet performance with more downrange mass than typical subsonic loads. The catch: that long, heavy bullet needs a faster-than-standard barrel twist to stabilize, so it shoots accurately only in some rifles. Test it in yours before relying on it.
What is Aguila Colibri?
Colibri is a primer-only round — it contains no gunpowder, using just the primer to launch a tiny bullet at very low velocity. The result is nearly silent, very low-power ammunition for short-range pest control, typically inside about 20 yards. It won’t cycle semi-autos and shouldn’t be used in long barrels, but for quiet backyard pest control it’s uniquely useful.
Is Aguila good for semi-automatic rifles?
Aguila’s high-velocity loads like Super Extra and Interceptor generally cycle semi-autos reliably and are popular budget choices for volume shooting. Very low-velocity specialty loads like Colibri and some subsonic rounds may not generate enough energy to cycle the action. For a semi-auto, stick with Aguila’s standard high-velocity loads for dependable function.
Can you buy Aguila 22LR ammo online?
Yes. In most U.S. states you can buy Aguila .22 LR online and have it shipped to your door, including hard-to-find specialty loads like Sniper Subsonic and Colibri. The minimum age for rimfire ammunition is 18, and some states and municipalities add restrictions, so confirm your state and local laws before ordering.
