Available configurations
| SKU | Grain | Bullet | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0030 | 36gr | CPHP | 100 |
| 0031 | 40gr | CPRN | 100 |
| 0030B | 36gr | CPHP | 300 |
| 0030C | 36gr | CPHP | 6300 |
About CCI Mini-Mag .22 LR
The CCI Mini-Mag is the gold standard for reliable .22 LR semi-auto cycling. The 36gr copper-plated hollow point (CPHP) at 1260 fps feeds reliably in virtually every .22 semi-auto including notoriously picky pistols like the Walther PPK/S .22. The 40gr round nose version is slightly slower but equally reliable. More expensive than bulk .22 LR but the reliability premium is worth it for semi-autos.
36gr CPHP vs 40gr CPRN
The 36gr copper-plated hollow point (0030) is the flagship Mini-Mag load — higher velocity (1260 fps vs 1235 fps), better expansion for small game, and the most popular SKU by far. The 40gr copper-plated round nose (0031) is slightly slower and designed for target shooting where expansion is not needed. Both cycle semi-autos equally well. For general plinking and small game, the 36gr CPHP expands on impact where the 40gr solid does not. For pure target work where you want slightly less barrel leading, the 40gr RN is a fine option.
How It Compares
CCI Mini-Mag sits between budget bulk ammo and true match-grade .22 LR. It costs meaningfully more per round than bulk options like CCI Blazer or Federal AutoMatch. The reliability premium is the reason to buy Mini-Mag — it cycles in guns that choke on cheaper ammo. Federal AutoMatch is the closest competitor for semi-auto reliability at near-bulk pricing. Aguila Super Extra 40gr is another solid cycling option. For match shooting, CCI Standard Velocity is more accurate but does not cycle all semi-autos.
Buying Tips
The 300-round bulk box (0030B) and 6,300-round case (0030C) carry the lowest per-round cost of the configurations offered. Mini-Mag availability has stabilized since the post-2020 rimfire shortage, but it still sells out during holiday surges. Per-round cost drops at the 300-round box and above. Mini-Mag is clean-burning and copper-plated, which reduces barrel fouling and makes it a good choice for guns you do not want to clean after every session.
Related
- All .22 LR ammo prices
- .22 LR hollow point
- CCI Blazer .22 LR — budget bulk option
- Federal AutoMatch .22 LR — semi-auto optimized
- .22 LR plinking & target loads compared — how Mini-Mag compares for target use
- Cheapest calibers to shoot — why .22 LR is the most affordable range option