7 New .22 LR Ammo Picks Every Shooter Should Know

Most shooters think they already understand .22 LR. It is cheap, quiet, low recoil, easy to shoot, and perfect for plinking. But the new wave of .22 LR ammunition proves the little rimfire cartridge is far more specialized than many people realize. In this video, we break down 7 new .22 LR ammo options and categories that are changing how shooters think about rimfire performance in 2025. From cleaner high-speed loads to suppressor-friendly subsonics, lever-action optimized ammo, budget hollow points, standard velocity options, and reliability-focused rimfire designs, each load solves a different problem. The truth is simple: there is no single .22 LR round that does everything perfectly. Some loads are built for quiet suppressed shooting. Some are made for better feeding. Some focus on accuracy. Some prioritize speed. Others are affordable enough for high-volume training. The best .22 LR ammo is not always the fastest or newest — it is the one that works reliably in your firearm and matches your actual purpose. Disclaimer: This video is for informational and educational discussion only. Always follow local laws, practice safe firearm handling, and test ammunition safely in your own firearm before relying on it.