Chiappa Little Badger TDX | .22 LR | 500.281

The Chiappa Little Badger TDX is a compact, take-down break-action rifle chambered in .22 LR featuring a carbon-fiber shroud and a folding wire stock for easy transport. Its simple single-shot/break-action design prioritizes minimal weight and field portability while providing a stable platform for informal target shooting and small-game applications. A short 4″ Picatinny quad rail on the forend accepts lights or accessories for utility use.

For optics, pair this rifle with a lightweight scope such as a Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×35 or a similarly rugged scope under $1,000 to maintain low weight while improving sighting for modest-distance targets.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .22 LR.
• The action type is Break Action.
• The finish/metal color is listed as Black / Colored.
• The stock material is Steel (wire stock).
• The stock color is Black.
• The barrel is described as Threaded (1/2×28″).
• The rifle includes a 4″ Picatinny quad rail on the forend.
• Other noted features include a wire stock with shell holder and a take-down design.
• The rate of twist is listed as 1:16″.
• The overall length is listed as 31 inches.
• The ATF classification/type is Sporting Rifle.
• The manufacturer part number is 500.281.
• The UPC is 8053800948555.

Lightweight and straightforward, the Little Badger TDX is built around portability and simplicity. Its take-down layout and folding wire stock make it convenient for pack-out scenarios and short-term transport; the threaded barrel and Picatinny forend give basic modularity for optics and small accessories. This rifle suits casual range sessions and small-game field work where a compact, easily stowed rimfire is preferred.