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Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 Performance Center Sport .22 LR 18″ Rifle

UPC: 022188868142

$739.99

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Description

The regular M&P15-22 has been a favorite rimfire trainer for years, and this Performance Center Sport version takes it a step further. Smith & Wesson's Performance Center shop fitted this one with a match-grade 18-inch precision barrel, a tuned match chamber, and a crisp two-stage match trigger, the kind of upgrades folks usually pay a gunsmith for after the fact. The result is a .22 LR that handles like a full-size AR but runs on ammo that costs pennies a round, which makes it a great pick for training days, plinking sessions, or walking the woods for small game.

Performance Center Touches That Matter

That two-stage trigger is the standout here. It gives you a clean, predictable break that helps tighten groups and builds good trigger habits that carry over to your centerfire rifles. The 18-inch barrel adds sight radius and squeezes a bit more velocity out of .22 LR loads, and the blowback action cycles reliably with quality ammunition. At just 5.6 pounds, it stays light enough for younger or newer marksmen to manage comfortably all day at the range.

Ready to Customize, Ready to Shoot

The 10-inch M&P slim handguard uses the Magpul M-LOK system, so adding a light, bipod, or hand stop takes minutes and no handguard removal. Smith & Wesson even tosses a 2-inch M-LOK rail panel in the box to get you started. Up top, Magpul MBUS folding front and rear sights come installed, and since they fold flat you have plenty of room to mount a red dot or scope on the full-length rail. A VLTOR fixed stock, Hogue grip, functioning charging handle, and shell deflector complete the familiar AR layout.

Why the M&P15-22 Sport Earns Its Spot

This rifle covers a lot of ground for one gun. It works as an affordable practice stand-in for your centerfire AR, an accurate small-game rig, and a genuinely fun range gun that new and experienced folks alike enjoy running. Ships with one 10-round magazine and Smith & Wesson's backing behind it.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson
  • Model: Performance Center M&P15-22 Sport
  • MPN: 11507
  • UPC: 022188868142
  • Caliber: .22 LR
  • Action: Semi-Auto Blowback
  • Capacity: 10+1
  • Barrel Length: 18 in, match-grade carbon steel
  • Twist Rate: 1:15
  • Trigger: Two-Stage Match
  • Sights: Magpul MBUS Folding Front & Rear
  • Handguard: 10 in M&P Slim with Magpul M-LOK
  • Stock: VLTOR Fixed, Black Synthetic
  • Grip: Hogue
  • Overall Length: 37.25 in
  • Weight: 5.6 lbs

What’s Included

  • Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 Performance Center Sport rifle
  • One 10-round magazine
  • 2-inch M-LOK rail panel
  • Owner's manual

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Performance Center version different from a standard M&P15-22 Sport?

The Performance Center model gets a match-grade 18-inch precision barrel and chamber, a two-stage match trigger, a VLTOR fixed stock, and a Hogue grip. The standard Sport runs a shorter barrel and a basic single-stage trigger. In short, this one comes with the accuracy upgrades already done at the factory.

Can I mount a scope or red dot on the M&P15-22 Performance Center Sport?

Yes, the flat-top receiver has a full-length Picatinny rail, and the Magpul MBUS sights fold flat so they stay out of the way of optics. You can run a red dot, prism sight, or a rimfire scope without removing the backup sights. It's a popular setup for squirrel hunting and precision rimfire matches.

Is the M&P15-22 picky about ammo?

It runs best with quality high-velocity .22 LR loads in the 36 to 40 grain range, which is typical for semi-auto rimfires. Bulk-pack high-velocity ammo generally cycles fine, while standard-velocity and subsonic loads can be hit or miss in blowback actions. A quick cleaning every few hundred rounds keeps it running smoothly since rimfire ammo tends to be dirty.

Is this a good training rifle for someone who owns a centerfire AR?

That's exactly what it was designed for. The controls, safety, charging handle, and overall handling mirror a standard AR platform, so your practice transfers directly. You get real repetitions on manipulation and trigger control at a fraction of the ammo cost.

Additional information

UPC

022188868142

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

11507

Action

ATF Type

RIFLE

Barrel Length

18"

Caliber/Gauge

.22 LR

Capacity

10 + 1

Length

35

Magazine Included

1 x 10-Round

Model

Number of Magazines

1 10 rd.

Package Height

2.8

Package Width

9.5

Product Type

Rifle

Safety

Safety Selector

Shipping Weight

7.815

Sights

Magpul MBUS Front & Rear

Sights Type

Adjustable Sights

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