?? Rules for shooting Precision Rifle /Tactical Rifle Competitions??

[fepowered]

I have Googled until my fingers have callouses and still can't find what I am looking for. Regarding competitions, I have only ever shot High Power style competitions besides things like dueling trees, etc. I am an Appleseed instructor and that is the general style we essentially teach. Here is a link to the thread for a local competition... http://www.snipershide.com/shooting...cements/241560-appleseed-vs-snipers-hide.html It is being promoted as an Appleseed Vs Snipers Hide (American Rifle style vs Precision Rifle style) competition. Obviously I understand the restrictions of not being able to use bipods or sand bags, etc for the Appleseed side, but I can not find the customary rules for shooting style (artificial support, equipment allowed, etc) on the Precision rifle side. For an example, are there any equipment restrictions for either the rifle or support used to shoot the various positions?

 

[Punisher29073]

I shot my first Precision rifle match a couple months ago. I loved it by the way. The rules seem to be very loose as it changed by stage. We were told we had to start here, run to there, set up on this, and commence firing when spotter was ready. It seemed to me, if you could carry it and set it up fast enough, go for it.

Ryan

 

[Punisher29073]

By the way, I have a 69 LTD 2dr with an FE big boy awaiting some love and funding in my back yard.

 

[fepowered]

By the way, I have a 69 LTD 2dr with an FE big boy awaiting some love and funding in my back yard.

Very cool...

 

[fepowered]

The rules seem to be very loose as it changed by stage. We were told we had to start here, run to there, set up on this, and commence firing when spotter was ready. It seemed to me, if you could carry it and set it up fast enough, go for it.

Simple enough.. Thanks!

 

[TRAAV]

Correct. each match will have its own rules as far as speeds, caliber, etc. Here are the rules for the next match.
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[TRAAV]

"For an example, are there any equipment restrictions for either the rifle or support used to shoot the various positions?"
This would vary from match to match and even stage to stage. I have shot matches that may not allow any aid other than a sling for a certain stage. Then others that allow anything you want to drag with you.

 

[djskit]

One of the appeals of the this type of competition (vs NRA sanctioned events) is the vast array of situations, option and restrictions you will be presented match to match and stage to stage. You never reallly know what you going to encounter until you get the course of fire maybe written up the day before, maybe 30 seconds before you have to shoot. Sometimes, you don't even get to see the guy before you run it. You have to be flexible and adaptive with your gear and skills to solve the problem presented.

It really is up to the individual Match Director.

General rules are usually about saftey (how rilfes will be carried, range commands, etc) and bullet size and speed restrictions as super fast bullets tend to break expensive range steel. I know for our competitions its restricted to 30 cal and below and 3200 FPS and below.

I shoot the occosional F-Class match for training only. I consider them boring and too fine a margin for error. Many love them, to each his own.

 

[fepowered]

At the typical match, if there is such a thing, when shooting the "standing" position, are artificial means of support such as shooting sticks (monopods) or bipod/tripods allowed?

 

[bunsen27]

At the typical match, if there is such a thing, when shooting the "standing" position, are artificial means of support such as shooting sticks (monopods) or bipod/tripods allowed?

It really depends on the match and specific stage design. There is no formalized rule book like High Power. Tac matches tend to encourage you to think outside the box. Typically the only equipment restrictions are around caliber (.30 or less) and velocity (3200-3150 MAX) and bolt open while moving. Shooting sticks, back packs, and puff pillows are common equipment with the the occasional hog saddle tripod. Slings are mainly used to carry the rifle. Some places have the policy "if you carry it, you can use it." I've always looked at support devices as: if it isn't specifically prohibited in the match rules or stage brief, it's fair game".

Have you watched any match videos yet?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCWK4O8orOs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VhZUzHmwyU