Smith & Wesson M&P15-22
AR-15 training at low cost · Youth introduction to semi-autos · High-volume plinking
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
|---|---|
| Category | Rifles |
| Caliber | .22 LR |
| Action | Semi-automatic (blowback) |
| Barrel length | 16.0 in |
| Capacity | 25+1 |
| Weight | 5.0 lb |
| Introduced | 2009 |
About the Smith & Wesson M&P15-22
The Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 replicates the AR-15's controls, sight picture, and ergonomics in a .22LR package, which makes it a live training tool rather than a novelty. The blowback action cycles standard-velocity ammunition cleanly, the magazine carries 25 rounds, and the charging handle, safety, and bolt catch sit exactly where muscle memory expects them. Unloaded weight drops to about 5 pounds, so younger or smaller shooters handle it easily. Because it mirrors a centerfire AR, instructors use it heavily, and owners often run it as a low-cost companion to their 5.56 rifle.
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