Building upon the timeless chambering of 22LR, Rock Island Armory is modernizing the playing field featuring their new TM22.
Sporting a commercial buffer tube adapter to accept standard AR collapsible stocks, an all-aluminum M-LOK handguard, and a threaded barrel, the TM22 adds many of the features consumers have been demanding in a package that is built for even the most novice of shooters.
Machined from 7075, and incorporating a black anodized coating, the TM22 should be both durable and robust. The all-aluminum M-LOK handguard continues the durability of the receiver and gives the end-user the option to mount lights/lasers or whatever else may be desired.
Coming standard with a threaded barrel, the TM22 is suppressor-ready right from the factory. While this rifle is set up for right-handed shooters, Rock Island Armory boasts the ability to convert the controls to the opposite side for Lefties.
Available with either 18” or 20” barrels from the factory, consumers have options in choosing what works best for them. It will also come with two 10 round magazines, with aftermarket factory 15 and 25 round mags available as well.
The TM22 comes with a very light 2-pound flat-faced trigger. It has a short take-up, decent break, and quick reset. After firing a couple mags and some quick-dry fire I was impressed. Another plus is that this rifle can use your favorite AR-style pistol grip giving further interchangeability.
Available and shipping in the summer of 2022, the TM22 should be hitting gun stores near you here in a few months. Coming in with an MSRP of $299, the Rock Island TM22 packs a lot of modern features into a well-priced package.
For those who want to read more, you can find the TM22 listed on Rock Island Armory’s website here.
Rock Island 18” TM22-A-18 Specs
- Caliber: .22 LR
- Capacity: 10 Rounds, 15 & 25 round factory mags available
- Action: Semi-Auto, Recoil Operated
- Overall Length: 34 inches
- Height: 7.68 inches
- Overall Width: 3 inches
- Barrel: Rifled
- Barrel Length: 18 inches
- Length of Pull: 13 inches
- Number of Grooves: 6
- Stock: Fixed Aluminum
- Grip: AR Type
- Finish: Black Anodized