Eley Semi-Auto Benchrest Precision 22LR Ammo 40 Grain Rou…

Product Overview

Engineered for the shooter who demands the absolute pinnacle of consistency from their semi-automatic rifle, the Eley Semi-Auto Benchrest Precision .22LR Ammo represents a dedicated solution for a specific challenge. This 40-grain round nose cartridge is not your standard bulk-pack .22LR. It is a purpose-built match round, designed from the ground up to deliver exceptional accuracy and flawless function in semi-automatic actions. It is the ideal choice for competitive benchrest shooters, serious rimfire enthusiasts, and anyone whose semi-auto rifle is used for precision tasks where a failure to feed or eject is as costly as a flyer. By focusing on the unique dynamics of semi-auto cycling, Eley has created a round that bridges the gap between ultimate precision and absolute reliability.

Key Features

• Optimized for Semi-Auto Actions: The powder burn rate, pressure curve, and case coating are specifically tuned to ensure consistent cycling and reliable ejection in semi-automatic rifles, without sacrificing the clean-burning characteristics demanded for accuracy.
• Benchrest-Grade Consistency: Built on the legacy of ELEY tenex, this cartridge undergoes stringent manufacturing controls for minimal variation in weight, dimensions, and propellant charge, resulting in exceptionally tight velocity spreads and superior shot-to-shot consistency.
• 40-Grain Round Nose Profile: The 40-grain projectile provides a stable ballistic coefficient for consistent flight, while the round nose design promotes reliable feeding from the magazine into the chamber—a critical factor for semi-auto function.
• Enhanced Case Engineering: Features specialized priming and case construction for uniform ignition, coupled with a proprietary lubrication that reduces fouling and ensures smooth operation through the action cycle.
• Precision-Tuned Ballistics: Every element, from the bullet seating depth to the crimp, is calibrated to produce a harmonious ballistic profile that maximizes accuracy potential in a semi-automatic platform.
• Dedicated R&D Focus: This is not a repurposed bolt-action round. It is the product of continuous research and development specifically into the science of semi-automatic target shooting.

Performance & Applications

The primary application for this Ammunition is clear: winning. Its design addresses the specific needs of several disciplined shooting activities.

Competition Benchrest (Semi-Auto Class): In formal or club-level benchrest matches where semi-automatic rifles are used, this round is your key advantage. The extreme consistency translates directly to smaller groups on paper. When every thousandth of an inch counts, the reliability and precision of Eley Semi-Auto Benchrest ammunition can be the difference between first place and the middle of the pack.

Precision Rimfire Training & Small Game Hunting: For the shooter using a high-end semi-auto like a Volquartsen or a meticulously tuned 10/22 for varmint control or small game hunting, this ammunition offers ethical, one-shot accuracy at extended rimfire ranges. The reliable cycling ensures you’re ready for a follow-up shot without manual intervention.

Function-Critical Reliability Testing: When gunsmiths or enthusiasts are tuning a custom semi-auto .22LR platform, they need a known, high-quality standard for function testing. This ammunition serves as a perfect benchmark, allowing the shooter to isolate rifle performance from ammunition variables when evaluating triggers, barrels, or action work.

About Eley

For over 190 years, Eley has been synonymous with precision in rimfire ammunition. Based in the United Kingdom, their approach is rooted in empirical science and relentless testing. The creation of their legendary tenex line set the global standard for .22LR accuracy, a standard against which all others are measured. Eley’s authority comes from a deep, engineering-focused understanding of interior, exterior, and terminal ballistics specific to the .22LR cartridge. Their ammunition is developed and proven on their own Olympic-grade test ranges, using advanced machinery to measure what shooters ultimately see on the target: consistency. When you choose Eley, you are not just buying cartridges; you are utilizing data, expertise, and a heritage of winning that is virtually unmatched in the industry.

Why Buy From Blythes Sport Shop

Blythes Sport Shop, based in Valparaiso, IN, is a destination for shooters who understand quality and seek knowledgeable service. As a full-line retailer catering to enthusiasts and professionals alike, their inventory is curated to include specialized products like Eley match ammunition that meet a high standard of performance. When you purchase from Blythes, you are dealing with a established business that values the shooting sports and provides access to top-tier equipment and components for the serious marksman.

Make Your Decision

If your discipline involves a semi-automatic .22LR rifle and your goal is to eliminate variables, the Eley Semi-Auto Benchrest Precision round is a logical and high-performing choice. It addresses the core requirements of the semi-auto shooter with a no-compromise approach. This ammunition represents a specific tool for a specific job—delivering tenex-inspired consistency with guaranteed function. For your next precision session or competition, equip your rifle with the ammunition engineered to let it, and you, perform at your absolute best.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer	Eley
Caliber	22lr
Grain Weight	40
Action Type	semi-auto

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