Lindcott Armory Compare / .22 Hornet vs .22 TCM
Cartridge comparison
.22 Hornet vs .22 TCM
.22 Hornet is faster (3,100 vs 2,000 fps); .22 Hornet carries more energy (650 vs 355 ft·lb); .22 Hornet recoils less.
.22 Hornet →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–800 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
.22 TCM →Representative trajectory · 100 yd zero0–500 yd Open in Ballistic Compare ↗
| .22 Hornet | .22 TCM | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rifle | Pistol |
| Introduced | 1930 | 2012 |
| Bullet ⌀ | 0.224″ | 0.224″ |
| Case length | 1.403″ | 1.022″ |
| Velocity | 2,600–3,100 fps | 1,875–2,000 fps |
| Energy | 400–650 ft·lb | 312–355 ft·lb |
| Max pressure | 49,000 psi | 40,000 psi |
| Recoil | 3–4.5 ft·lb | 4–6 ft·lb |
| Eff. range | 250 yd | 75 yd |
FAQs
- Is .22 Hornet faster than .22 TCM?
- .22 Hornet is faster — up to 3,100 fps versus 2,000 fps.
- Does .22 Hornet hit harder than .22 TCM?
- .22 Hornet carries more muzzle energy (650 vs 355 ft·lb).