Tippmann Arms

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Anyone own a Tippmann M4-22 rifle, particularly a Pro or Elite model? I recently purchased an S&W M&P 15-22 but was surprised that one of the larger retailers in my area was stocked with Tippmann AR rifles but none of the popular 15-22. I know that AR-.22 clones have been around for years but I'm not familiar with the Tippmann brand. They are manufactured in Ft. Wayne and seem to receive favorable online reviews. Everything on their rifles is proprietary-- no Magpul parts-- and they cost $500--$600. That's a little pricey to risk on a rimfire plinker, unless it's top notch.
 
Tippmann M4-22 Pro is solid. I have the Elite and it eats CCI minis without jams. Proprietary parts suck, but accuracy is better than my old S&W 15-22 for plinking. I don't own one though. My friend does.
 
I bought the Tippmann M4-22 Elite, a couple of weeks ago. I've put about 400 rounds through it. I'd score it about an 8.5 out of 10.
The all aluminum construction is impressive. Its accuracy and handling qualities are excellent. I've yet to experience a failure to feed, although most of my ammo has been the reliable CCI Mini Mag.
I do not care for the clumsy magazine cover jackets, which do nothing to enhance the rifle. Its impossible to know how many rounds are in the mag stack without pushing the finicky button to lower the concealing jacket. Also, every Tippmann I handled at my LGS, and the rifle I purchased online had a distracting rattle in the stock. The Tippmann manufactured stock simply does not ride tightly enough on the buffer tube. I replaced mine with a MagPul unit. Problem solved, albeit at added expense.
My S&W 15-22 is a few ounces lighter, given its polymer build. It is also a reliable shooter and priced about the same as the Tippmanns.
I'd give a slight nod to the Tippmann, but both rifles offer satisfying plinking performance. I am not likely to scope either of these rimfires. Out to about 50 yards, both offer fine performance with their stock sights and versatile features.
 
Yeah, Tippmann makes good stuff, but that proprietary setup can be a pain if you wanna swap parts. For $500–600, I'd stick with an M&P 15-22, it is cheaper and easier to upgrade
 
I've had a S&W 15-22 for more than a few yrs. Bought it after looking @ conversion kits for AR-15's.
At the time, the S&W 15-22 wasn't a lot more ( $ -wise) than some of the conversion kits I considered.
I dislike the polymer parts, but can't say that they affect function., in any manner.
It's been very reliable, with any ammo I've fed it.. even the bargain priced stuff.
It isn't as accurate as my old 1980's era 10-22 or the even more accurate Savage heavy barrel bolt rifle, but it's a fun plinker ,
& I appreciated the ability to use a AR-15 drop in trigger, that did improve my ability to shoot it more accurately
. Mine also wears an inexpensive bipod & scope, so I could shoot it as accurately as possible.
I prefer using the 10 rnd mag when shooting it off a bench..which is my usual practice.
 
10-22s were always my preference for accuracy and rugged dependability. When I introduced my grandsons to shooting, however, the Ruger's length of pull was too much for the smaller guys. The adjustable sliding AR stocks work fine. Frankly, the younger generation prefers the military styling more than the traditional wood and steel of the 10-22.
 
Most of the parts are designed specifically for Tippmann, but honestly, they're solid and made just for .22LR. You won't get Magpul furniture right out of the box, but I've got to say, the fit and finish are really impressive.
 

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