These Mossberg tactical .22LR rifles, with the look and feel of AR-style rifles, are based on the proven 702 Plinkster® autoloader platform. The Mossberg 715T has quickly become one of the most popular tactical rimfire rifles on the market, since first introduced in 2010.
Unlike many other tactical .22s, Mossberg has differentiated themselves by going with a A2-style (carry handle) receiver instead of the A3-style. The Mossberg 715T Tactical has A2 front and rear sights, and the carry handle includes a picatinny rail if you want to mount optics.
Most tactical .22s have a 16 inch barrel, but Mossberg decided to go with an 18 inch barrel for a better sight radius and a more traditional look. Also featuring a full length picatinny rail hand guard, adjustable stock and a 25 round magazine.
The rifle worked flawlessly for about a month. I would clean and perform maintenance regularly. Then out of the blue it would start to jam often. I replaced the spring and it still jammed. Have not shot it much since then. I may try a different brand of ammunition. The Gun is very nice looking but the performance has disappointed me.