Description
The Black Rain BRO-22 Hunter 22LR is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle from Black Rain Ordnance built on the BRO-22 billet receiver. It has an 18 inch threaded barrel with a 1/2×28 thread pitch, a black Magpul Hunter stock and a 10 round magazine. This listing is UPC 697067869857, Black Rain item BRO-22-H-BLK.
Black Rain BRO-22 Hunter 22LR Overview
Black Rain Ordnance is a Neosho, Missouri maker best known for AR-15 rifles. The BRO-22 line is its take on the most popular rimfire layout in the country, the Ruger 10/22 pattern. Black Rain machines its own receiver and fits its own barrel and trigger, then pairs them with different stocks. The Hunter version uses the Magpul Hunter stock, which gives a more adult sized fit and a stronger platform than a basic factory stock.
BRO-22 Billet Receiver
The receiver is machined from 6061 T6 billet aluminum and finished with Type III hard coat anodizing for wear and corrosion resistance. It has an integral Picatinny rail on top, so you can mount a scope or red dot without a separate base. Black Rain designs it to accept industry standard semi-automatic 22LR parts, which means most 10/22 pattern triggers, bolts and accessories will fit.
Threaded 18 Inch Barrel
The 18 inch barrel is threaded 1/2×28 at the muzzle, the common rimfire thread, and ships with a thread protector. That lets you add a muzzle brake or a rimfire suppressor later. A suppressor is an NFA item that needs an approved ATF Form 4, a $200 tax stamp, a wait for approval and a state that allows ownership. Black Rain uses 4150V chromoly steel for its BRO-22 barrels.
Magpul Hunter Stock
The Magpul Hunter stock is a reinforced polymer stock with a more vertical grip than a classic sporter stock. It is built to take spacers for length of pull and cheek risers, so you can fit it to a youth shooter now and an adult later. Sling mounting points let you carry it in the field.
Trigger and Magazine
Black Rain fits BRO-22 rifles with its own trigger in a billet housing, rated at about 3.5 pounds on similar models, which is lighter than most factory rimfire triggers. The rifle ships with one 10 round rotary magazine and takes standard 10/22 pattern magazines, including higher capacity ones where your state allows them.
Shooting 22LR
The 22LR round is cheap, quiet and has almost no recoil, which makes this rifle a good choice for new shooters, plinking and practice. Semi-auto rimfires can be picky about ammo, so try a few brands. High velocity round nose loads usually feed best, and clean the bolt face and chamber often because rimfire priming compound leaves a lot of fouling.
Hunting and Plinking
With a scope on the rail, the Black Rain BRO-22 Hunter 22LR is a fine rifle for squirrels, rabbits and other small game at normal rimfire ranges. It is also at home at the range for steel targets and informal rimfire matches. Check your state hunting rules for small game calibers and magazine limits.
Warranty and Value
Black Rain backs its firearms with a lifetime customer warranty. A billet receiver, threaded barrel and Magpul stock usually cost a fair amount to add to a factory rimfire, so this rifle gives you an upgraded build out of the box. Resale value will depend on demand for the Black Rain name, which is smaller in rimfire than Ruger.
Care and Maintenance
Keep the action clean and lightly oiled, and do not dry fire it often, since repeated dry firing can damage the chamber edge on many rimfires. Wipe the anodized receiver after handling to keep it looking new.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Black Rain Ordnance
- Model: BRO-22 Hunter (BRO-22-H-BLK)
- UPC: 697067869857
- Caliber: 22LR
- Action: Semi-auto
- Capacity: 10 rounds, 1 magazine
- Barrel: 18 in., threaded 1/2×28
- Receiver: 6061 T6 billet aluminum, hard coat anodized, integral Picatinny rail
- Stock: Magpul Hunter, black
- Finish: Matte black
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this rifle to ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer with a background check. Buyers must be 18 or older. Check your state rules on magazine capacity and suppressors before buying accessories.
Who It Is For
The Black Rain BRO-22 Hunter 22LR is a great fit for shooters who want an upgraded 10/22 pattern rimfire with a billet receiver, threaded barrel and an adjustable Magpul stock.
Buy the Black Rain BRO-22 Hunter 22LR at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Black Rain BRO-22 Hunter 22LR online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Black Rain Ordnance.
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