Increase recoil?

[Tang777]

I was talking with a guy at the range and he asked me if
there is a way to increase recoil to be a fully mimic the ar.
I had no idea and got me kind of curious. Is there a way?
I wouldn't think so, but this guy says he thinks it could be done.
Thoughts on this?

Edit: sorry meant to be in 15-22 subforum. Please move
mods thank you.

 

[chuck s]

Increasing recoil on the M&P15-22 is possible, I'm sure, but not without some major engineering and possible complete re-design.

Colt used a floating chamber to power the .22LR version of the M1911A1 to feel like it was shooting .45ACP long ago. Pre-WW2. But here we're talking vastly different recoil between .22LR and .45ACP in a pistol.

Recoil with 5.56mm is minimal to start with and has gotten less as the weight on the M16-series has climbed over the years with heavier barrels and "accessories."

You're gonna get follow up shots faster with the 15-22, but so what? All the principles of trigger reset and reacquiring the front sight are still there. Shoot different targets for successive targets if you want practice in reacquisition.

-- Chuck

 

[eztarget]

been a long time but i recall my Drill Instructor shooting the M16A1 off of his chin to demonstrate how little recoil there was with that firearm.

 

[OKFC05]

A quick estimate of recoil energy between the M&P 15-22 and a tricked out AR indicates about 1/4 ft lb for the .22 and about 1 1/4 ft lb for the AR.

This compares to about 11 ft lb for an MI.

Recoil Calculator

 

[BELT_FED]

as usual.. im thinking out side the box.. instead of making the 15-22 kick harder which isnt a desirable feature.. muzzle tame the ar and the problem is solved.. if your ar dont kick then it doesnt matter if the 15-22 dont correct...

 

[kilo6echo]

Im a fan of loud bang and big recoil. The only way i can see to created more recoil would be to lighten up the gun significantly.

 

[kennyb]

why mimic the AR?simply purchase one!

 

[Tang777]

I'm in the process of getting one. Just can't seem to fin one that fits my budget. Thinking about doing a build.

Belt fed, you have a good point. I'll let the guy know next time I see him



I'm new to shooting and these rifles

 

[DougStump]

You might try to find a cone type flash hider like the Army had for the T-3 carbine and M1D rifle. They make the M1 carbine kick more like a 30-30 and the M1D slightly unpleasant to shoot. I doubt you’d find one that would fit; you’ll probably have to have it fabricated. My guess is it still wouldn’t be anywhere close to the recoil of a .223.