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Across The Course Matches

In NRA Across the Course (XTC) High-power Rifle Competition, shooters compete with either a Service Rifle or a Match Rifle. The Service Rifle division
is limited to the M1, M14, M16, M110 or their commercial equivalents such as an AR15, AR10 or M1A. Match Rifles typically are of custom make,
conforming to the desires of the shooter. They are freer of regulations than are the Service Rifles. Shooting is typically done with metallic aperture, or
peep, sights. New NRA rules allow the use of optics in NRA XTC matches. Match Rifles need to have either an internal magazine or external magazine
capable of reloading 5 rounds quickly. CMP Excellence in Competition (EIC) matches (AKA "Leg" matches) require the use of the United States Service
Rifle (M1, M14, M16, or commercial equivalents) with standard iron sights. Shooters competing XTC, usually fire at distances of 200, 300, and 600 yards•
(exception in Montana is Anaconda, where all firing is done at 200yds using reduced targets). In a typical 800 point aggregate match, the course of fire is
a total of 88 shots. Twenty record shots are fired in each stage, plus two sighting shots. Each shot is worth a maximum of ten points, with the entire
match being worth a total of 800 points. Stages include off-hand (standing), sitting rapid fire, prone rapid fire and prone slow fire.
 
•The first stage of fire consists of two sighting shots and 20 shots for record in 20 minutes. These shots are fired at a distance of 200 yards in
the standing/offhand position. The target used has a 3 inch X-ring, a 7 inch ten-ring. Each succeeding scoring ring is three inches wide. The
aiming black is 13 inches wide, consisting of the 9, 10, and X rings. The lowest value ring is the 5-ring. X's are scored a value of ten and are used
for tie breaking purposes.
 
•The second stage of fire consists of two ten-shot strings fired rapid fire from the sitting position with a time limit of 60 seconds for each string.
This string is also done at 200 yards using the same target as was used for offhand. The string can start with the shooter either in the standing or
sitting position. Once the clock starts, the shooter gets into position and shoots the 10 shots. If the shooter is using a semi-automatic rifle, 2 shots
are fired then a magazine change is required and the remaining 8 shots are fired. If the shooter is using an NRA type rifle, 5 shots are fired then a
re-load is performed and the remaining 5 shots are fired.
 
•The third stage of fire is rapid-fire prone (lying down) at 300 yards. Each of two ten-shot strings are fired in a time limit of 70 seconds. The
dimensions of the target are the same as the 200 yard target, with the exception of an additional ring of black to facilitate aiming.The string can
start with the shooter either in the standing or prone position. Once the clock starts, the shooter gets into position and shoots the 10 record shots.
The shooter uses the same re-load procedure as with the 200 yard rapid sitting.
 
•The final stage is fired at a distance of 600 yards. Twenty shots for record are fired slow-fire from the prone position in 20 minutes. The target
used has a 6 inch X-ring, and 12 inch 10-ring. The 9 and 8 rings are each three inches wider. Each ring of value below that is six inches wider. The
aiming black consists of the 7, 8, 9, 10, and X rings, which constitutes a 36 inch aiming black. (Some info courtesy of Mark Havlik, Minnesota Rifle
and Revolver Association)

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F-Class is a shooting sport that originated in 1995. It was intended for those familiar with or interested in Long-Range shooting. It is easy to get into and learn and a lot of fun! 

The matches are shot in a manner referred to as "slow fire" (as opposed to "rapid fire"). Only one round in the gun at a time. Got a 30-round magazine? Fine, but you can only load one round at a time. Because you shoot next to a competitor from a prone position, muzzle breaks are not allowed, and the caliber must be under 35 cal. The 6mm, 6.5 mm, 284 (7mm), and several 30 cals are commonly found on the line in Mid-Range F-Class Open matches. For F-TR, the .223 Rem and 308 Win are your go-to. 

 At ASC, we usually shoot three "strings" of 20 shots. They might all be at one distance (say, 600yds), or you may have to change yard lines between each string (300, 500, 600yds). At 600 yards, your goal is to hit the 3" diameter X-ring as often as possible. ASC uses Silver Mountian Electronic Target, which will display your score and the location of your hit on your phone, tablet, or laptop within 7 seconds of your shot. You adjust your aim and shoot again. If you hit the "9" ring, you get a score of 9; if you hit the 10 ring or the X ring, you get a score of 10, 8 points for 8 ring, and so on. After 20 shots for record, your score is totaled, and that is your final score for that "relay." Each match consists of 3 relays for 60 shots (+sighter shots) per match. Expect to shoot 70 to 75 rounds of ammo at a match.

 F-Class targets are fairly challenging. The X-ring is 1/2 minute across, and the 10-Ring is 1 minute across. It's just a little over a 1/4 minute from the edge of the X ring to the 9 ring, not a lot of room for error. 

 If you plan to compete in Mid-Range F-Class, below is a list of equipment you should bring:

  • Rifle chambered in .223-35 cal (only one round in the gun at a time). Any power scope is permitted, so long as the rifle does not exceed the weight limit.
  • Front rest, bipod, or sandbag
  • Rear bag ("rabbit-ear" style bag is acceptable)
  • Shooting mat
  • At least 70 rounds of ammunition. Hand-loaded or Match-grade ammunition.
  • Spotting scope and stand optional.

 To learn more about F-Class competition visit: https://www.ssusa.org/articles/2016/12/15/getting-started-in-f-class-competition/

Safety Briefing: F-Class Safety Briefing

Smallbore F-Class

Smallbore F-Class is a slow fire prone discipline. Competition is limited to 22LR rifles. Matches are fired at known distances of 50 yards, 50 meters, and/or 100 yards. Matches are single-load, and while not required, most shooters use bolt-action target rifles. A typical match is two strings of 20 rounds in 20 minutes each at 50 yards, followed by two strings of 20 rounds in 20 minutes at 100 yards.

This is a precision shooting discipline, and the targets are small. At 50 yards, the X ring is about the diameter of a .22 caliber bullet and the 10 ring is about the diameter of a dime. The entire bullseye target is a little over 5.5 inches in diameter. At 100 yards, the 10 ring is 1” in diameter. Any shot which passes through the 10 ring without breaking the outer edge of the ring is scored as an X. The entire bullseye target is a little under 12 inches in diameter.

Shooters are divided into two basic categories: F-TR (Target Rifle) and F-Open. The main difference between these categories in Smallbore F-Class is that F-Open shooters may use a front pedestal-type rest, where F-TR shooters must use either a bipod or sandbags. For either category, a rear support is allowed under the rifle butt, such as a “rabbit ear” bag, a gloved hand, or a sandbag. For both categories, the rifle is restricted to a weight of 18.18 lbs, including anything affixed to the rifle (scope, bipod, etc.). Both are unrestricted as to the power of scopes that may be used, so long as the rifle is within the weight limit.

If you plan to compete in Smallbore F-Class, below is a list of equipment you should bring:

  • Rifle chambered in 22LR – bolt action or semiautomatic. No rifles with tube-fed magazines are permitted. Any power scope is permitted, so long as rifle does not exceed weight limit.
  • Front rest, bipod, or sandbag
  • Rear bag (“rabbit-ear” style bag is acceptable)
  • Shooting mat
  • At least 100 rounds of ammunition. Match-grad subsonic ammunition is strongly recommended, but not required.
  • Spotting scope and stand recommended, but not required.
  • Sun screen, insect repellant, and drinking water are highly recommended.

Aurora Sportsmen's Club Outlaw Steel Challenge

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What is Outlaw Steel Challenge?

Outlaw Steel Challenge is like traditional steel challenge with a caveat; the goal of this outlaw format is to test your shooting ability rather than your ability to memorize patterns.

If you're starting with a rimfire/PCC rifle, or rimfire pistol, you will start at low ready. For centerfire pistols, you're start loaded and holstered with your hands in the surrender position. At the beep, you'll engage 5 steel targets in any order, with one steel target painted a different color indicating it's the stop plate, meaning the plate you shoot last after shooting the other 4. You'll repeat this a total of 5 times with your worst time thrown out and the other four used to calculate your stage time.

The matches typically consist of 5 stages setup one stage per bay. Each stage will have an array of 5 pieces of static steel with one piece of steel painted a different color to indicate that it’s the stop plate, which is the plate that you shoot last.

When are the matches?

Setup starts at 8 am. All attendees please take part in setup if you can. We are an all-volunteer group.

Check in starts at 8:30 am. Safety Brief at 8:45 am. All attendees must be present for the safety brief to participate in the event. Match starts at 9 am.

For 2025 our match dates are 4/26, 5/24, 6/28, 7/26, 8/23, 9/27 and 10/25. We will send out notices if our schedule changes.

What about Equipment and Ammo?

Basic Equipment needed:

  • A Centerfire pistol (revolver or semi-auto) or Pistol Caliber Carbine
  • A belt and holster to fit your gun
  • 2 magazines or 2 speed-loaders, with belt pouches
  • 200 rounds of ammo
  • Eye and Ear protection
  • Calibers allowed will be 22lr, 38 special, 9mm, 40 S&W, and 45 ACP

Are there different Divisions?

Rimfire Divisions:

  • Rimfire pistol irons - standard rimfire pistol like Ruger Mark IV, Buckmark, etc. No optics or compensators allowed
  • Rimfire pistol optics - Same or similar pistols as above, but one optic on the pistol is allowed along with a compensator
  • Rimfire rifle irons - This division is your rimfire AR’s, Ruger 10/22’s, etc. No optics allowed, only iron sights.
  • Rimfire rifle optics - one optic allowed, Compensator

Centerfire Divisions:

  • PCC - any pistol caliber carbine with or without optics, compensators, etc. The same rules as USPSA.
  • Open - anything goes, non-bottlenecked pistol calibers. Optics either slide ride or frame mounted, compensators, etc. This division will have similar divisions requirements as open in USPSA
  • Limited - this is your iron sight race gun division. Non-bottlenecked pistol calibers. No lasers, flashlights, red dots, or comps as those will move you into open.
  • Production - this division is your stock Glock, Springfield XD, XDM, M&P, etc. No add on magwells, optics, etc. 9mm only for this division. No mag capacity limits like USPSA. If your mags hold 21 rounds, you can load them up.
  • Carry Optics - same rules as production except you get to have a slide mounted red dot sight. No external magwells, and no comps.
  • Single Stack - 1911 models only. Holster and division requirements can be found in USPSA’s rulebook Revolver - any revolver can be used; however, the calibers must adhere to those allowed below. No magnum calibers allowed.

Revolver Divisions:

  • Optic Sight Revolver which uses a red dot or similar non magnified optic, and iron sight which can use a fiber optic insert in the front sight, but no red dot optics to be used.

  

What is the cost for a match?

Match Fees: The prices are $10 for ASC members, and $20 for non-members. Second gun is an additional $5

You must be member of ASC Club on Practiscore for the member discount to be reflected in the pricing at registration.

Register at: https://practiscore.com/clubs/aurora_sportsman_club          

Who can I contact with questions?

Kris Kline, Action Shooting Sports Department Chair at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.     

 

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