Winchester Wildcat Sporter | .22 LR | 18″ Barrel

The Winchester Wildcat Sporter is a modern semi-automatic rimfire designed for accurate, economical shooting. It uses a precision button-rifled 18″ barrel and ships with a 10-round rotary detachable magazine and adjustable iron sights. The receiver includes an integral Picatinny top rail for optics or accessories. For an optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this rifle, consider the Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32 — a low-power variable that supports both short-range target work and extended sighting for small-game tasks.

Typical applications: target/plinking at the range and small-game hunting.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .22 LR.
• The barrel length is 18 inches.
• The action is semi-automatic (blowback).
• The finish is Matte Blued.
• The magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
• The rate of twist is 1:16″.
• The rifle uses a 10-round rotary detachable magazine with polymer body and metal feed lips.
• The sights are fully-adjustable ghost-ring rear and ramped post front sights.
• The receiver includes an integral Picatinny top rail.
• The rifle is drilled and tapped for a scope rail.
• The UPC is 048702023590.

The Wildcat Sporter offers a straightforward, shooter-focused package: a precision-rifled barrel, user-friendly magazine system and a rail-ready receiver that lets you fit optics to match the task. Its adjustable sights and rotary magazine make it a practical choice for sustained rimfire target work and field use where lightweight handling and economy of ammo matter.

Owners commonly praise the Wildcat Sporter for its reliable feeding and noted accuracy for a factory rimfire. Many users also comment on the comfortable stock ergonomics that aid in longer-range rimfire precision.