Winchester Wildcat | .22 LR | 18″ | Reflex Sight

The Winchester Wildcat is a full-size .22 LR semi-automatic combo designed for range use, small-game hunting, and training new shooters. It features a field-removable lower receiver, ambidextrous controls and an integral Picatinny top rail. The package includes a reflex-style electronic sight and a single 10-round detachable magazine; for users who want a magnified optic, a Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32 LPVO is a durable, budget-friendly option under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .22 LR.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The barrel measures 18″ and has a sporter contour.
• The overall length is 36.25″.
• The rifle weighs 4 lbs.
• The magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
• The barrel finish is Matte Blued.
• The stock finish is Gray and the material is Composite/Polymer.
• The receiver finish is Matte Black.
• The magazine type is Detachable rotary/box-style (10 rd).
• Included accessory is a Reflex-style electronic sight.
• The rate of twist is 1:16″.
• Sighting options include a ghost-ring rear and ramped post front sight.
• The length of pull is 13.5″.
• The UPC is 048702020742.

The Wildcat offers a straightforward, durable rimfire platform that balances light weight and practical features. Its field-removable lower makes basic maintenance simple, and the ambidextrous controls and reversible safety suit left- and right-handed shooters. The included reflex sight and Picatinny rails allow immediate use at the range or in the field without additional accessories.

Owners and reviewers have praised the Wildcat for bringing “the rimfire autoloader to a whole new level of value and performance.” Others have called it “a Winchester legend,” noting the combination of modern features and approachable ergonomics.