Description
Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug ammunition from Winchester (Wildcat) loads a 40 grain copper-plated DynaPoint in 22 Long Rifle. Each box holds 1500 rounds.
- Built for Plinking and Small Game
- Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug Specifications
- Rimfire Tips
Built for Plinking and Small Game
This load pairs a 40 grain copper-plated DynaPoint with the 22 Long Rifle, a combination built for plinking, practice and small game.
Rimfire ammunition is affordable and quiet compared with centerfire cartridges, which makes it a favorite for new shooters, training and simply enjoying a day at the range.
A large box like Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug keeps you shooting longer and makes it easy to share range time with family and friends.
Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug Specifications
These specifications follow our distributor data for Winchester item WW22LRJUG, UPC 020892105317.
- Brand: Winchester
- Product line: Wildcat
- Manufacturer item number: WW22LRJUG
- Caliber: 22 Long Rifle
- Bullet: 40 grain copper-plated DynaPoint
- Muzzle velocity: 1255 fps
- Rounds per box: 1500
Shopping for Winchester 22 Long Rifle ammo? This 22 Long Rifle 40 grain load is listed under Winchester Wildcat in the Winchester lineup, and you can order it by the maker’s item number, Winchester WW22LRJUG.
Rimfire Tips
Use Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug only in firearms chambered for 22 Long Rifle.
Rimfire rounds can travel more than a mile; always confirm a safe backstop.
Clean your rimfire firearm regularly; rimfire fouling builds up in the chamber and can affect function.
Store rimfire ammunition in a dry place.
Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug is a proven choice for shooters who want a ready-made rimfire ammo from a known maker.
Finding the right load
Rimfire rifles and pistols can be picky about ammunition. Try a few different loads to find the one that groups and cycles best in yours.
Teaching new shooters
Low recoil and noise make rimfire ammunition a great choice for teaching safe gun handling and basic marksmanship.
Small game
Check your state hunting regulations for rimfire use on small game.
Reading the box
The box lists the caliber, bullet weight and bullet type. Always match the cartridge to the caliber stamped on your firearm’s barrel or slide, and never fire ammunition that is not specified for your firearm.
About Winchester
Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug comes from Winchester, and the specifications listed here follow the maker’s and our distributor’s published data for this item. Compare loads by bullet weight, bullet type and intended use to find the best fit for your firearm.
Buying the right amount
When you find a load that performs well, buy enough for practice and the full season at once. Ammunition from the same lot tends to perform the same, which keeps your results consistent.
Safety first
Always treat every firearm as loaded, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. Wear eye and ear protection every time you shoot.
Understanding bullet weight
Heavier bullets in a given caliber usually leave the muzzle slower but carry momentum well and resist wind drift, while lighter bullets shoot faster and flatter at shorter ranges. Neither is better in every case; the right choice depends on the game, the distance and your firearm.
Choosing the right load
Start with the job you need the ammunition to do, whether that is hunting, target shooting or practice. Then match the load to that job, and finally test a few boxes in your own firearm, because every barrel has its preferences.
Read more about Winchester ammunition on the manufacturer website, or pair it with the FLAM 6415SB COMPACT AMMO CAN CAN BLK.
Order Winchester Wildcat 22 LR 40gr 1500 Jug from MAG5 Firearms and keep a few boxes on hand for the season ahead.
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