Description
Savage waited a long time to jump into this corner of the rimfire market, and the RXR22 shows they were paying attention while they waited. It's a blowback semi-auto chambered in .22 LR that borrows the best idea from the Ruger 10/22 world: broad aftermarket compatibility. The RXR22 accepts 10/22-pattern magazines, triggers, and barrels, so the mountain of parts already out there works with this rifle. That means you can start with a light, affordable plinker and turn it into whatever you want down the road.
What the RXR22 Brings to the Bench
The 16.5 inch button-rifled barrel wears a recessed target crown and a 1/2×28 threaded muzzle, so adding a suppressor or muzzle device takes seconds. Up top, the polymer receiver has an integrated Picatinny rail ready for a red dot or scope, and there's a second accessory rail under the fore-end tip for a bipod or light. Savage skipped iron sights on this one, which makes sense given how most people run optics on rimfires these days. The included 10-round rotary magazine has metal feed lips and locks the bolt open on the last round, a feature you don't often see at this end of the rimfire market. A quick-release trigger group and a cleaning port at the rear of the receiver keep maintenance simple, since you can run a rod straight through the bore without full disassembly.
A Rimfire That Fits You
The synthetic Gun Metal Gray stock uses a vertical pistol grip with interchangeable inserts, so you can adjust the feel to match your hand instead of just living with it. At 4.6 pounds and 35.25 inches overall, it carries easy for squirrel hunting, stays quick on steel plates, and won't wear out a new shooter during a long range day. Metal sling studs come standard for adding a sling or stud-mounted bipod.
Whether it becomes a first rifle, a suppressor host, or a project gun that slowly collects upgrades, the RXR22 gives you a solid, flexible starting point without much money on the table.
Key Specifications
- Model: RXR22
- Manufacturer Part Number: 19777
- UPC: 011356197771
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Action: Blowback Semi-Auto
- Capacity: 10+1
- Barrel Length: 16.5 in, button rifled with recessed target crown
- Muzzle Threads: 1/2×28 TPI
- Twist Rate: 1:16
- Overall Length: 35.25 in
- Weight: 4.6 lbs
- Stock: Synthetic, Gun Metal Gray, vertical pistol grip
- Receiver: Polymer with integrated Picatinny top rail
- Sights: None, optics ready
- Magazine Compatibility: Ruger 10/22 pattern
What’s Included
- Savage RXR22 rifle
- One 10-round rotary magazine
- Interchangeable pistol grip inserts
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Savage RXR22 take Ruger 10/22 magazines?
Yes. The RXR22 accepts aftermarket 10/22-compatible magazines, and it goes further than most competitors by also accepting 10/22-pattern triggers and barrels. One thing worth knowing is that the last-round bolt hold-open works with Savage's own RXR22 magazines, so keep the factory rotary mag around if you like that feature.
Is the RXR22 a good suppressor host?
It's a natural fit for one. The muzzle comes threaded 1/2×28 from the factory, which is the standard pitch for most rimfire suppressors, and the recessed target crown protects the rifling. Pair it with subsonic .22 LR and you've got a quiet backyard-friendly setup.
Does the Savage RXR22 come with sights?
No, there are no iron sights on this rifle. Instead, Savage molded a full-length Picatinny rail into the top of the receiver, so mounting a red dot or scope is quick and doesn't require separate bases. Most folks pair it with a compact red dot or a 3-9x rimfire scope.
How easy is the RXR22 to clean?
Easier than most rimfire semi-autos. There's a cleaning port at the rear of the receiver that lets you run a rod through the bore from the chamber end without tearing the rifle down, and the trigger group pops out quickly when you need deeper access. That's a big plus with .22 LR, which tends to run dirty.





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