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R2 Lovell

Also known as R-2 Lovell · .22 Lovell · R2 Lovell

Historic American varmint wildcat developed by Harvey Donaldson around 1934, based on the .25-20 Single Shot case necked to .22 caliber.

Caliber
0.224″ · 5.69 mm
Introduced
1934
Case
Rimless
Parent
.25-20 Single Shot
Primary use
varmint
Status
Active

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Velocity3,000–3,400 fps
Energy900–1,410 ft·lb
Identity
Introduced
1934
Type
Rifle
Origin
United States
Inventor
Harvey Lovell
Manufacturer
Harvey Lovell
Standard
Wildcat
Status
Active
Availability
Specialty
Build
Case capacity
10.5 gr H₂O
Twist (typical)
1:14
Primer
Small Rifle
Case type
Rimless
Pressure & range
Max pressure
25,000 psi
Eff. range
200 yd
Recoil
30–42 ft·lb

Ballistics

Representative trajectory · velocity only, no drag model · 100 yd zero0–1000 yd
-140" -120" -100" -80" -60" -40" -20" 0" Line of sight 0 yd 100 yd 200 yd 300 yd 400 yd 500 yd 600 yd 700 yd 800 yd 900 yd 1000 yd 100 yd zero 135″ drop @ 1000 yd
Drop Zero

Velocity only, no drag model: no published ballistic coefficient is on file for R2 Lovell, so this is the shape gravity alone gives the advertised velocity. Drag would steepen it. The tool below solves real loads through their published G1 or G7 model.

Open in Ballistic Compare

Representative trajectory — modeled from a single velocity input (no published BC for this cartridge yet).

Dimensionscase measurements · scale drawing · size vs familiar rounds

Case dimensions — the scale drawing at the top of the page is built from these.

Cartridges of the World · approximate
Measuremmin
Bullet ⌀ 5.690.224 ·
Neck ⌀ 6.270.247 ~
Shoulder ⌀ 7.440.293 ~
Shoulder angle 15° ·
Base ⌀ 8.280.326 ~
Rim ⌀ 9.910.390 ~
Belt ⌀ n/a
Rim thickness 1.520.060 ~
Neck length 7.110.280
Case length 41.401.630 ·
Overall length 57.152.250 ~

Size vs familiar rounds

Drawn at true 1:1 — every case is accurate relative to the others. Absolute size depends on your screen's pixel density, so measuring one against a real ruler may be off. R2 Lovell is highlighted below.

Reloading costestimate cost per round vs factory

Estimate your cost per round and how it compares to factory. Inputs are yours — nothing is stored.

Cost estimate only — not load data. Charge weight is your input; follow published manuals for safe charges.

Lineage

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History

An experimental wildcat cartridge developed by R2 Lovell for ultra-long-range varmint shooting. Based on modified military surplus brass blown out to remove body taper. Achieved extremely high velocities for the caliber; primarily of academic interest as few rifles were ever chambered for it.

FAQs

What twist rate does R2 Lovell use?
R2 Lovell typically uses a 1:14 twist rate.
What bullet diameter is R2 Lovell?
R2 Lovell uses a 0.224″ (5.69 mm) diameter bullet.
Is R2 Lovell still in production?
R2 Lovell is active; typical availability is specialty.
What is R2 Lovell used for?
R2 Lovell is primarily used for varmint.
What is R2 Lovell based on?
R2 Lovell is derived from the .25-20 Single Shot case.

Sources & provenance

  • Reference Gun Digest Books — Cartridges of the World (Gun Digest Books, F. C. Barnes)

Data & sources. Specs compiled from the Lindcott Armory reference; the trajectory is modeled (point-mass), not measured. See methodology. Spotted an error? Report it →