22 ARC for coyotes and hogs pairs a light-recoiling AR15 or bolt action with heavy .224-inch bullets that resist wind. On coyotes, the 22 ARC reaches 400 yards and beyond with less wind drift than common 223 loads. On hogs, it works with tough bullets and careful shot placement, and the light recoil makes fast follow-up shots easy. Chattahoochee Munitions manufactures the CM15 22 ARC coyote, predator and varmint rifles, the full CM15 line at 16, 18 and 20 inches, and the CM7S 22 ARC bolt action at 12.5 and 18 inches.
22 ARC for Coyotes
Coyotes are the first half of 22 ARC for coyotes and hogs. They are small, and they are often shot at long, uncertain distances in wind. That is where the 22 ARC’s high ballistic coefficient bullets help. With Hornady’s published 88 gr ELD Match load, a Chattahoochee Munitions calculation shows about 16.5 inches of drift at 500 yards in a 10 mph crosswind, against about 36 inches for a 55 gr 223 load (see 22 ARC vs 223).
- For fur: a match or controlled-expansion bullet often leaves a smaller exit wound than a fragmenting varmint bullet.
- For quick kills without regard to fur: a varmint bullet such as the 62 gr ELD-VT, published at 3,300 fps from a 24-inch barrel, breaks up fast and shoots flat.
- Spotting hits: the 22 ARC’s low recoil lets you watch the impact through the scope and follow up on a running coyote.
22 ARC for Hogs
Hogs are the harder half of 22 ARC for coyotes and hogs, because they are tougher than coyotes. Mature boars carry a thick layer of gristle over the shoulders, so 22 ARC for coyotes and hogs calls for two different bullets.
- Bullet: use a bonded or monolithic hunting bullet that holds together, not a varmint bullet.
- Placement: behind the shoulder into the heart and lungs, or a head or neck shot for experienced shooters at close range. Avoid quartering shots through the shoulder shield.
- Range: keep hog shots close, typically inside 200 yards, where the bullet carries more energy.
- Follow-up: hogs often move in groups. The CM15’s semi-automatic action and mild recoil allow fast, aimed follow-up shots.
Feral swine damage crops and spread disease in many states, and wildlife agencies encourage control; the USDA APHIS feral swine risk summary explains the problem. Rules on night hunting, thermal optics and suppressors vary by state.
Barrel Length for Predator and Hog Hunting
Every Chattahoochee Munitions barrel length works for 22 ARC for coyotes and hogs; the choice is about how you hunt.
| Barrel | Weight (complete firearm) | Good fit |
|---|---|---|
| 12.5 in CM7S | 6 lb 6 oz | Vehicle, blind and suppressed night hunting |
| 16 in CM15 | 6 lb 6 oz | Walking and calling, hog work from a vehicle |
| 18 in CM15 or CM7S | 6 lb 14 oz (CM15), 7 lb 7 oz (CM7S) | Open country coyotes |
| 20 in CM15 | 7 lb 4 oz | Long shots across fields and canyons |
Longer barrels add velocity; see 22 ARC ballistics for calculated figures at each length.
Suppressed Coyote and Hog Hunting
A suppressor adds a lot to 22 ARC for coyotes and hogs. It reduces muzzle blast, which helps on a coyote stand and when shooting hogs in groups. 22 ARC is supersonic, so the bullet still cracks downrange. Chattahoochee Munitions recommends a flow-through suppressor on the gas-operated CM15 with supersonic ammunition, and an enclosed suppressor on the CM7S bolt action. Every CM15 uses a Superlative Arms adjustable gas block for tuning when suppressed. See 22 ARC suppressor.
22 ARC Coyote and Hog Firearms
These are the Chattahoochee Munitions firearms that fit 22 ARC for coyotes and hogs, from a 12.5-inch bolt action to a 20-inch AR15.
- CM15 22 ARC coyote rifle, 16-inch, FDE Metallic Cerakote
- CM15 22 ARC predator rifle, 20-inch, Black Tungsten Cerakote
- CM15 22 ARC varmint rifle, 20-inch, FDE Metallic Cerakote
- CM15 22 ARC semi auto rifle, 18-inch
- CM7S 22 ARC pistol, 12.5-inch
Every CM15 22 ARC ships with one 10-round CM15 22 ARC AR15 magazine. See every configuration in Flight Deck 22, and compare predator cartridges in the predator hunting cartridges guide. For other CM predator chamberings, see Predator Plains for the CM10 in 22 Creedmoor, 22-250 Remington, 6mm Creedmoor and 243 Winchester, and Overwatch 6 for 6mm ARC.
Related 22 ARC Guides
22 ARC for Coyotes and Hogs FAQ
Is 22 ARC good for coyotes?
Yes. Its heavy, high ballistic coefficient bullets drift less in wind than common 223 loads, and its recoil is light.
Is 22 ARC enough for hogs?
With a bonded or monolithic bullet and good placement at moderate range, yes. Large boars call for close, careful shots.
What is the effective range of 22 ARC on coyotes?
Skilled shooters take coyotes at 400 yards and beyond. Wind reading and shot placement set the limit.
What bullet should I use for coyotes?
A fragmenting varmint bullet for quick kills, or a match or controlled-expansion bullet if you want to save fur.
Is a 22 ARC AR15 or bolt action better for hogs?
The CM15 AR15, for fast follow-up shots on groups. The CM7S suits single, deliberate shots and quiet suppressed hunting.
Who makes a 22 ARC coyote rifle?
Chattahoochee Munitions manufactures the CM15 22 ARC coyote rifle with a 16-inch, 1:7 twist 416R stainless barrel in FDE Metallic Cerakote, plus 20-inch CM15 predator and varmint rifles.