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The new 17 Mach 2 is developing a reputation as a cartridge that gives outstanding accuracy. Even barrels of normal diameter are stiff when the bore is so small and, 17 Mach 2 ammunition is loaded with premium bullets. These factors contribute to a high degree of accuracy. For taking small pests at ranges out to perhaps 125 yards or a bit farther, the 17 Mach 2 would work very well.

On the other hand, if the varmints are likely to include species as large as foxes or coyotes, the 22 WMR will be a better choice than either the 17 HMR or 17 Mach 2. The larger, heavier bullets hit with more authority, which is needed to anchor such species. Keep in mind that because the overall sizes of the 17 HMR and 22 WMR cartridge cases are similar, the same rifle action can be used as a platform for either. Only the barrel needs to be different and even the same magazine can be used with either cartridge. Therefore, in a specific model, the rifles are identical except for caliber. In terms of ammunition cost, the 17 Mach 2 and 22 WMR run in the range of $6-$7 per box while the 17 HMR is around $9-$11 per box.