The .22 Remington BR (Bench Rest) is a centerfire rifle cartridge designed primarily for benchrest shooting competitions, where precision and accuracy are paramount. It was developed by Remington Arms and is part of the BR family of cartridges, which also includes the .6mm BR Remington and the .308 BR Remington.
The .22 BR features a relatively short, wide-bodied case, which allows for efficient powder burn and contributes to its accuracy. It uses small rifle primers and typically fires lightweight .22 caliber bullets. Its design facilitates excellent consistency and minimal wind drift, making it highly effective for target shooting at various ranges.
Despite its primary use in competitive shooting, the .22 BR can also be used for varmint hunting due to its high velocity and flat trajectory.
Overall, the .22 Remington BR is noted for its superior accuracy and consistency, characteristics highly valued in precision shooting disciplines.