Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr – Reliable Cold Weather Round Nose Ammo, 50 Rounds

Description

Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr ammunition is ELEY’s entry point into its biathlon line, built for athletes and clubs who train and compete in freezing conditions. It uses a 40 grain round nose lead bullet, a slightly reduced cartridge diameter for easy chambering, and a special cold weather lubricant that keeps velocity and accuracy steady when the temperature drops well below zero. Each box holds 50 rounds.

• Made for Cold, Fast Shooting
• Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr Specifications
• Field Notes and Training Tips

Made for Cold, Fast Shooting

Biathlon puts unusual demands on rimfire ammunition. Shooters race to the range with elevated heart rates, load quickly with gloves on, and fire in snow and wind. ELEY designed the Biathlon Club round to feed smoothly in both bolt action and straight pull biathlon rifles, with a refined bullet and case shape that slides into the chamber without hesitation.

The specialized lubricant is the key difference from standard target ammunition. Ordinary wax and grease lubes can stiffen in sub zero temperatures, which affects velocity and point of impact. ELEY’s biathlon lube was formulated to stay consistent in the cold, reduce barrel wear and keep groups tight from the first shot of the day to the last.

ELEY also uses a slightly increased propellant charge in this load. That extra energy helps knock down the metal targets used in biathlon, so a center hit registers reliably even on a cold, stiff target.

Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr Specifications

These figures come from ELEY’s published data for the Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr cartridge, and the distributor listing for UPC 650911031305 matches the same 40 grain round nose load.

• Brand: ELEY
• Product line: Biathlon Club
• Caliber: 22 Long Rifle
• Bullet: 40 grain round nose lead
• Mean velocity: about 1,060 to 1,085 fps
• Max radial standard deviation: 5.50 mm
• Lubricant: ELEY biathlon cold weather formula
• Cartridge length: 1 inch (25.4 mm)
• Ballistic coefficient: 0.112
• Rounds per box: 50

Field Notes and Training Tips

Club level biathletes often use Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr ammo for daily training and then test it against higher grade loads like Tenex Biathlon before big events. Because both share the same basic bullet weight and profile, the transition is easy, and you can confirm your zero with each lot before race day.

Store your ammunition at outdoor temperature for a while before a session so the rounds match the conditions you will shoot in. Keep boxes dry and avoid letting snow melt on loaded magazines, since moisture can freeze and cause feeding issues.

Because rimfire accuracy can vary by production lot, many coaches buy several boxes from the same lot once they find one their rifles like. Note the lot number printed on the box so you can request it again.

If you are new to biathlon, run a junior program, or simply shoot your 22 rifle through cold winters, Eley Biathlon Club 22LR 40gr is a reliable, well priced way to get cold weather consistency. Add a sturdy ammo box and some rimfire cleaner to keep your rifle running smoothly.

Outside of biathlon, this load also works well for winter small bore leagues, cold weather plinking and checking zero on a 22 trainer before a hunting season. Anyone who shoots a rimfire rifle outdoors from late fall through early spring can benefit from a lubricant that does not stiffen in the cold.

Clean the bore periodically with a rimfire specific solvent, and let the rifle return to outdoor temperature before shooting after it has been stored indoors. Condensation inside a cold barrel can affect the first few shots, so a couple of fouling rounds before scoring is a smart habit.

Ready to step up for competition? Compare ELEY Tenex Biathlon 22LR, or read ELEY’s Biathlon Club product page for lot testing details.