Description
There is something special about a well-built .22 revolver, and Colt clearly understood the assignment here. The King Cobra .22 LR takes the same forged stainless steel frame as its .357 Magnum big brother and pairs it with a 3-inch vent rib barrel and a 10-round cylinder. That extra frame strength means this rimfire is built to digest bricks of ammo for years, and at 31 ounces it has just enough heft to settle in the hand and stay steady on target without wearing out your wrist. Old-school Colt fans will notice the vent rib profile right away. It calls back to the classic Diamondback, which is why so many folks have taken to calling this one the baby snake.
Why the King Cobra .22 LR Earns Its Range Time
Ten rounds in the cylinder changes the whole rhythm of a range session. You spend more time shooting and less time feeding chambers, and if you pick up a couple of speedloaders, you can keep the pace going all afternoon. The one-piece barrel wears a recessed target crown, and the sights are proper target hardware: a red fiber optic up front that jumps out in daylight, paired with a rear sight that adjusts for both windage and elevation so you can dial in your favorite load. Hogue overmolded rubber grips round it out with a comfortable, sure hold whether you shoot gloved or bare-handed.
A Colt Rimfire That Doubles as a Trainer
Because this King Cobra shares its trigger setup and overall feel with the centerfire versions, it works beautifully as an understudy gun. Run drills in double action, then thumb the hammer back for a clean, light single action break when precision matters. Ammo cost being what it is, practicing revolver fundamentals with .22 LR just makes sense, and this one lets you do it on a gun that feels like the real deal because it is. At 8 inches overall, it balances nicely, packs easily for a trip to the woods, and looks every bit the classic Colt in semi-polished stainless. Squirrels, steel plates, and soda cans have all been put on notice.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: KCOBRA22-SP3RFO
- UPC: 098289001559
- Model: King Cobra
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Capacity: 10 Rounds
- Action: Double/Single Action (DA/SA)
- Barrel Length: 3 inches
- Overall Length: 8 inches
- Overall Height: 5.25 inches
- Unloaded Weight: 31 oz
- Frame Material: Forged Stainless Steel
- Finish: Semi-Polish Stainless
- Front Sight: Red Fiber Optic
- Rear Sight: Target Adjustable (Windage and Elevation)
- Grips: Hogue OverMolded Rubber
- Barrel Twist: 1:16 RH, 6 Groove
What’s Included
- Colt King Cobra .22 LR 3" Stainless Revolver
- Owner's manual
- Cable lock
- Colt hard case
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the King Cobra .22 LR built on the same frame as the .357 Magnum version?
Yes, it uses the same forged stainless steel frame as the centerfire King Cobra. Since .22 LR is a much smaller cartridge, that frame strength is way beyond what the rimfire round demands, which means this revolver is built to handle heavy round counts for a long time. It also makes it a great low-cost training companion for the .357 model since the trigger and controls feel the same.
Are the sights on the Colt King Cobra .22 LR adjustable?
The rear target sight is fully adjustable for both windage and elevation, so you can zero it for your preferred ammo. Up front you get a red fiber optic that gathers light and stands out nicely against most targets. It is a genuinely useful sight setup for a rimfire, not an afterthought.
What is the trigger like on this King Cobra rimfire?
It runs double action and single action. The double action pull comes in around 7 to 10 pounds and is smooth through the stroke, while the single action break lands around 3 to 4 pounds and is crisp. Reviewers consistently point to the trigger as one of the standout features on this revolver.
Is the 3-inch barrel accurate enough for target work?
Absolutely. The one-piece stainless barrel has a recessed target crown, and the 31-ounce weight helps keep everything steady on target. Between the adjustable sights and the mild-mannered .22 LR cartridge, this gun is well suited to bullseye practice, plinking, and small game duty alike.




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