Description
There's a reason folks call this one the modern Diamondback. When Colt added a .22 LR to the King Cobra family, they didn't build a lightweight kit gun. They built it on the same forged stainless steel platform as the centerfire snake guns, complete with the vent-rib barrel, full underlug, and that unmistakable Colt profile. The result is a rimfire revolver with real presence, weighing in around 33 ounces, which soaks up what little recoil a .22 produces and lets you focus entirely on the front sight.
Why the King Cobra Target 22 Earns Its Name
The one-piece 4.25 inch stainless barrel wears a red fiber optic front sight that jumps out against any target, paired with a square-notch rear that adjusts for both windage and elevation. The vented rib cuts down on heat mirage during long strings, and the matte finish along the top strap keeps glare out of your sight picture. The cylinder holds 10 rounds of .22 LR, four more than the classic six-shooters, and swings out with Colt's signature pull-back cylinder release. Trigger-wise, you get a crisp single action break and a smooth double action pull, the kind of feel that made Colt revolvers famous in the first place.
A Trainer, a Plinker, and a Trail Companion
Because it matches the size, weight, and trigger configuration of the .357 Magnum King Cobra, this rimfire makes a genuinely useful understudy gun. You can run drills all afternoon on inexpensive ammo and everything transfers straight over to the centerfire. It's also right at home teaching a new shooter, knocking over steel, or riding along on small game and pest duty. The Hogue overmolded rubber grip has finger grooves and a padded backstrap, so it stays comfortable through high round counts, and aftermarket 10-round speedloaders keep the reloads quick.
Built to Be Shot, Not Shelved
All stainless construction means this revolver shrugs off weather, holsters, and heavy use. Plenty of .22s get babied. This one is meant to rack up round counts for years and still look good doing it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: KCOBRA22-SM4RFO
- UPC: 098289001511
- Model: King Cobra Target
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Capacity: 10 rounds
- Action: Double / Single Action
- Barrel Length: 4.25 in, one-piece vented rib
- Frame Material: Forged stainless steel
- Finish: Matte stainless
- Front Sight: Red fiber optic
- Rear Sight: Adjustable target (windage and elevation)
- Grips: Hogue overmolded rubber
- Twist Rate: 1:16 in
- Overall Length: 9.25 in
- Weight: 33.8 oz (unloaded)
What’s Included
- Colt King Cobra Target .22 LR revolver
- Colt hard-sided carry case
- Owner's manual
- Cable lock
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the King Cobra Target 22 a good trainer for a centerfire revolver?
That's one of its biggest strengths. It shares its size, weight, grip, and trigger configuration with the .357 Magnum King Cobra Target, so grip placement and trigger reach carry over directly. You can build revolver skills on cheap rimfire ammo and everything transfers when you pick up the centerfire.
Does the Colt King Cobra Target 22 come with a .22 WMR cylinder?
No, Colt does not offer a .22 WMR conversion cylinder for this model. It's chambered for .22 LR only. The upside is you get a 10-round cylinder and access to some of the cheapest, most available ammo out there.
Are the sights adjustable on this revolver?
Yes. The rear sight is a square-notch target sight that adjusts for both windage and elevation, and the front is a red fiber optic pipe protected by a metal shroud. Since the sight system is interchangeable with other new-production King Cobra models, you also have options if you want to swap things around later.
Can I use speedloaders with the 10-round cylinder?
You can. While Colt doesn't include one in the box, several aftermarket companies make 10-round rimfire speedloaders that fit this cylinder. They speed up range sessions considerably compared to thumbing in ten rounds at a time.





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