Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For plinking, small game hunting, and training drills where you need volume without compromising reliability, the CCI Mini-Mag High Velocity 22LR delivers consistent performance at a price point that keeps you on the trigger. This is a 40 grain plated lead round nose load — a classic profile in the rimfire world — moving at 1235 feet per second with 135 foot-pounds of muzzle energy at the muzzle. CCI has been loading rimfire since 1962, and the Mini-Mag line is one of the most widely stocked high-velocity 22LR loads in the United States. The plated round nose profile feeds reliably in semi-automatic rifles and pistols, and the supersonic velocity means you’ll hear the crack downrange — useful for varmint control and immediate feedback during live-fire drills.
Performance at a Glance
CCI’s clean-burning propellants are formulated to leave less fouling in the chamber and on the bolt face than bulk-pack rimfire loads that use dirtier powder charges. If you’re running a semi-automatic 10/22, AR-15 conversion kit, or a pistol like the Ruger Mark IV, the reduced carbon and lead residue means longer intervals between detail cleaning and fewer failure-to-feed malfunctions during high-volume range sessions. The plating on the 40 grain bullet reduces lead contact with the bore, helping to preserve accuracy over thousands of rounds. Velocity rating is supersonic, so ballistic trajectory is flatter inside 75 yards compared to standard-velocity loads, and the round nose profile aids in feeding from rotary and box magazines. This is new production ammunition with non-corrosive priming — safe for all firearms chambered in 22 Long Rifle, including heirloom rifles and pistols where you want to avoid corrosive salts that can pit steel over time. Manufactured in the United States, each box contains 100 rounds. For more on CCI‘s full rimfire catalog, visit the brand page.
Specs at a Glance
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 22 Long Rifle |
| Bullet weight | 40 grain |
| Bullet type | Plated Round Nose |
| Muzzle velocity | 1235 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 135 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 100 |
| Velocity rating | Supersonic |
| Corrosive | No |
| Lead free | No |
| Intended use | Range & Target |
| Manufacturer | CCI |
This load is widely distributed across sporting goods retailers and is often the first high-velocity 22LR a new shooter will experience. It cycles reliably in lever-actions, bolt rifles, and semi-automatic platforms, making it a versatile choice for mixed firearm collections. For a comprehensive selection of rimfire ammunition from CCI and other manufacturers, browse our CCI 22LR Ammo category.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. Never point a muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy.
- Know your target, what is beyond it, and your local and state laws governing ammunition possession and use.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling ammunition and spent casings. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling lead-based ammunition.
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