Description
There's something to be said for a .22 bolt gun that doesn't try to be fancy. The Rossi RB22 Compact keeps it simple: a smooth-cycling bolt action, a detachable 10-round magazine, and a free-float button-rifled barrel that punches above what you'd expect from a rimfire in this class. At 33.1 inches overall and right around four pounds, it carries all day without complaint, whether that's walking fence lines after pests or hauling gear to the range with a kid in tow.
Sized Right for Smaller Frames
The Compact version of the RB22 trims the length of pull down to 10.5 inches, which makes a real difference for younger or smaller-framed users learning the fundamentals. A bolt action forces good habits, one deliberate shot at a time, and the bright fiber optic front and rear sights are fully adjustable and easy to pick up even in flat light. The synthetic Monte Carlo stock shrugs off weather and rough handling, and sling swivel studs come standard so you can add a sling for field carry.
Ready for Optics and Suppressors
The muzzle comes threaded from the factory, so adding a suppressor is as easy as spinning one on, and a quiet .22 bolt gun is about as pleasant as shooting gets for teaching newcomers. If irons aren't your thing, the receiver has a 3/8 inch dovetail cut for rimfire scope mounts, and a low-power scope turns this into a tidy little small game setup.
Why the RB22 Compact Earns Its Spot
Between the cross-bolt safety, the feed-anything reliability of .22 LR, and a footprint short enough to stash behind a truck seat, this Rossi covers a lot of ground for very little money. Plinking, squirrel hunting, pest control, first rifle for the next generation, it handles all of it without fuss. Ships with one 10-round magazine, and spares are cheap and easy to find.
Key Specifications
- Model: RB22 Compact
- Manufacturer Part Number: RB22L1611
- UPC: 754908318308
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Bolt Action
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Length: 16.5 in, threaded muzzle
- Barrel Type: Free-float, button rifled
- Overall Length: 33.1 in
- Length of Pull: 10.5 in
- Stock: Black synthetic Monte Carlo
- Sights: Adjustable fiber optic front and rear
- Optics Mounting: 3/8 in dovetail receiver
- Safety: Manual cross-bolt
- Finish: Matte black
What’s Included
- Rossi RB22 Compact rifle
- One 10-round detachable box magazine
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rossi RB22 Compact a good first rifle for a kid?
It's one of the better options out there for exactly that. The 10.5 inch length of pull fits smaller frames, the rifle weighs right around four pounds, and the bolt action encourages slow, deliberate shooting while learning fundamentals. The bright fiber optic sights are easy for new eyes to line up, too.
Can I put a suppressor on the RB22 Compact?
Yes, the 16.5 inch barrel comes threaded from the factory, so it accepts common rimfire muzzle devices and suppressors. A suppressed .22 bolt gun is remarkably quiet with standard velocity ammo, which makes it a favorite setup for pest control and teaching newcomers.
Can I mount a scope on the Rossi RB22 Compact?
You can. The receiver has a 3/8 inch dovetail cut that accepts standard rimfire scope rings, so mounting a compact optic is quick and inexpensive. Many owners run a small 2-7x or fixed 4x rimfire scope for squirrel hunting and tighter groups at the range.
Do spare magazines fit the RB22 Compact, and does it share mags with the full-size RB22?
Yes, the Compact uses the same 10-round detachable box magazine as the rest of the RB22 line, so spares are easy to track down. One magazine comes in the box, and picking up a couple extras keeps range sessions moving.





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