Description
IWI spent decades building rifles like the Tavor and Galil before jumping into the suppressor game, and the IWS22 shows they did their homework. This is a dedicated rimfire can rated for .22LR, .22WMR, .17HMR, and even 5.7x28mm, so one tax stamp covers your plinker, your squirrel rifle, and your PDW build. At 6 inches long and just 6 ounces, it hangs off the end of a barrel without turning your rifle into a nose-heavy chore, and the 1/2×28 direct thread mount spins onto the most common rimfire thread pattern out there.
Built Light, Built to Last
The IWS22 pairs Grade 9 titanium internals with a 7075 aluminum body, which is how it stays this light without going soft on durability. Rimfire ammo is filthy stuff, and cheap cans take a beating from it. This one is hand assembled with tight tolerances and finished in black C-Series Cerakote, a coating that shrugs off heat, wear, and corrosion while keeping that matte, non-reflective look that matches the rest of IWI's lineup. It is full-auto rated with no barrel length restrictions, so run it on semi-autos, bolt actions, or lever guns without second-guessing.
Less Gas in Your Face with the IWS22
The standout feature here is the reduced back-pressure design. Anyone who has run a suppressed semi-auto .22 knows the drill: gas and gunk blowing back toward your eyes after a few magazines. IWI engineered this can to push less of that mess back through the action, which means a cleaner shooting experience, smoother cycling, and less wear on your firearm's parts over time.
Why the IWI IWS22 Earns a Spot in Your Safe
Side by side against the big-name rimfire cans, the IWS22 holds its own on sound while coming in lighter than much of the competition. Whether this is your first suppressor or your fifth, it is a whole lot of can from a company that builds gear for people who use it hard. Quiet plinking sessions, backyard pest control, and long range days just got a lot more pleasant.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: IWI – Israel Weapon Industries
- Model: IWS22 Rimfire
- Manufacturer Part Number: IWS22
- UPC: 818004025086
- Caliber Rating: .22LR, .22WMR, .17HMR, 5.7x28mm
- Mount Type: 1/2×28 Direct Thread
- Overall Length: 6 in
- Diameter: 1.19 in
- Weight: 6 oz
- Materials: Grade 9 Titanium Internals, 7075 Aluminum Body
- Finish: Black C-Series Cerakote
- Full-Auto Rated: Yes
- Barrel Length Restrictions: None
- Product Type: Rimfire Suppressor
What’s Included
- IWI IWS22 rimfire suppressor
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers can the IWI IWS22 handle?
The IWS22 is rated for .22LR, .22WMR, .17HMR, and 5.7x28mm. That range covers most rimfire rifles and pistols plus 5.7 PDW platforms, so a single can does a lot of jobs. It is also full-auto rated with no barrel length restrictions.
Will the IWS22 fit my rifle?
It uses a 1/2×28 direct thread mount, which is the most common thread pattern on rimfire barrels by a wide margin. If your barrel is threaded 1/2×28, it screws right on. If your barrel isn't threaded yet, most gunsmiths can handle that for you quickly.
How does the reduced back-pressure design help on a .22?
Suppressed semi-auto rimfires are notorious for blowing gas and carbon back through the action and into your face. The IWS22 is engineered to vent less of that gas rearward, which means a more comfortable shooting experience, smoother cycling, and less crud building up in your gun's internals over long range sessions.
How heavy is the IWS22 compared to other rimfire suppressors?
At 6 ounces, it sits on the lighter end of the rimfire can market thanks to its Grade 9 titanium internals and 7075 aluminum body. Side-by-side comparisons have found it lighter than several popular full-auto rated competitors while performing on par for sound reduction. On a small rimfire rifle or pistol, that weight savings makes a real difference in balance.







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