Rossi RS22 | .22 LR | 18″ Barrel | RS22L1811

The Rossi RS22 is a semi-automatic rimfire rifle chambered in .22 LR featuring an 18″ free-float button-rifled barrel and a textured Monte Carlo synthetic stock. It ships with adjustable fiber-optic front and rear sights and a receiver cut with a 3/8″ dovetail to accept scope mounts. The design uses a hammer firing system and blowback-style operation intended for light-recoil rimfire shooting. For a reliable optic under $1000 that pairs well with this platform, consider a Vortex Crossfire II 3-9×40 for general target work and small-game hunting.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .22 LR.
• The action type is Semi-Auto.
• The barrel measures 18 inches and is described as button-rifled and free-floating.
• The stock is a textured Monte Carlo synthetic design.
• The finish is listed as matte black with a blued barrel finish in source data.
• The rifle includes adjustable fiber optic front and rear sights.
• The receiver features a 3/8″ dovetail for scope mounts.
• The rifle uses a detachable box magazine; source listings report capacity inconsistently (see notes).
• The manufacturer’s part number is RS22L1811.
• The UPC is 754908211302.
• The weight is reported as 4.1 lbs in several sources, while other entries list 85 oz; this discrepancy requires verification.
• The safety is listed variably as a manual cross-bolt and as a thumb safety across source data and needs review.
• The receiver/manufacturer listing includes Taurus / Braztech (Rossi).
• Country of origin is listed as BR (Brazil).

Built around an 18″ free-float barrel and an ergonomic synthetic stock, the RS22 is suited to extended range sessions and small-game hunting where lightweight handling and low recoil matter. Its drilled/dovetailed receiver and detachable magazine architecture make it easy to add optics and adapt as shooting needs evolve. The combination of an accurate rimfire barrel and adjustable fiber-optic sights provides a practical, straightforward platform for shooters who want a no-nonsense .22 LR rifle.

Users commonly praise the RS22 for its reliability and accuracy, and owners often note the rifle’s comfortable Monte Carlo stock and balanced handling.

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