AR15 .22LR conversion kit

[burritooo]

Item Name: AR15 .22LR conversion kit

Item Description: Hey I'm looking for a conversion kit to practice with 22 rounds instead of 5.56.
Show me what you got pls.

Found them on PSA for $198 but figured I'd see if anyone wanted to get rid of theirs for less

 

[toobaroque]

word of warning. accuracy in a .223 barrel with these is terrible. The twist rate is not really suitable for .22LR. they're fun, but don't expect to be a squirrel sniper.

 

[burritooo]

word of warning. accuracy in a .223 barrel with these is terrible. The twist rate is not really suitable for .22LR. they're fun, but don't expect to be a squirrel sniper.

Thanks. You think it'd be a better idea to just get an entire new upper instead of a conversion kit?

 

[toobaroque]

Thanks. You think it'd be a better idea to just get an entire new upper instead of a conversion kit?

Yes, then you'll have a TRUE 22LR and accuracy will be really good. Sucks to "almost" not be able to hit a paper plate at 100' with a conversion in a .223/556 barrel.

 

[Spas-12 Owner]

Colt .22LR Drop-In Bolt Conversion Kit for AR15 w/ 3x 25-Round Magazines

Transform your .223/5.56mm AR platform rifle with the Colt .22 LR conversion bolt. Your trusted Colt rifle becomes a cost-effective training tool with this convenient drop-in conversion bolt. Compatible with any mil-spec .223 / 5.56mm upper receiver; the bolt simply drops in to offer a...

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I've had no issues with mine and this was my 3rd one. The other 2 had 25K through them in the last 15 plus years.

 

[FLcracker]

The conversion kits came out back when most AR's were 1-12 twist. They work fine in 1-12, not so much in anything faster.

Also be aware it helps to get one of the dedicated plastic .22 charging handles as it helps alleviate an issue with empty casings getting stuck in the channel within a standard charging handle. Its not mandatory, but does help.

 

[Jambo]

The conversion kits came out back when most AR's were 1-12 twist. They work fine in 1-12, not so much in anything faster.

Also be aware it helps to get one of the dedicated plastic .22 charging handles as it helps alleviate an issue with empty casings getting stuck in the channel within a standard charging handle. Its not mandatory, but does help.

I have a rifle with a 1in 9 twist and the Ceiner 22LR conversion is about as accurate as 5.56. Not a tack driver, but it does OK. Point of impact shifts, of course.

I suggest the Redimag "better mag" adapter for magazines. It lets you use M&P15 magazines, and gives a real last round bolt hold open instead of holding the bolt open with an extended mag follower.

 

[Hayata]

Highly recommend one of these.

Loading those .22 mags really do a number on your fingers/thumb.

McFadden Machine Lightnin' Grip Loader

Universal Clip loader

www.mcfaden.com