These Rules an, supplementary to and to be read in conjunction with the current ISSF Official Statutes Rules and Regulations as endorsed by Target Rifle Australia Inc. These Supplementary Rules must also be read in conjunction with the Constitution and By-Laws of Target Rifle Australia Inc. as amended. Should any conflicting rules other than those appear: those contained herein shall take precedence
A.1.1 The following rules and regulations have been compiled for use by affiliate members of Target Rifle Australia Inc.
It is the intent of these rules, in conjunction with the ISSF Statutes, Rules and Regulations, to describe equipment, positions, range procedures etc.
It is not the intention to restrict the users of varius rifles or courses of competition. However, any variations, restrictions and basic rules must be specifically outlined in the program of the match concerned. Any such variations should not conflict with the aims of the ISSF.
A.1.2 The Jury shall resolve any questions arising in connection with the conduct of a competition in accordance with the ISSF Official Statutes Rules and Regulations and the Australian Regulations and By‑laws (including these TRA Supplementary Rifle Rules) where applicable. The Jury decision shall be final.
A.1.3 Australian State and Territory Championships must be conducted under these rules in conjunction with the ISSF Rules and Regulations.
A.2.1 1 Individuals. Any person who is a member of Target Rifle Australia Inc.
A.2.2 Juniors. Any person under the age of 21 years on December 31st in the year of the competition. ISSF 3.3.6 and subject to [A.2.1] above.
A.2.3 Club, State or Territory Team Members
A.2.3.1 Members such Teams must be financial members of their club for a period of one calendar month immediately prior to the commencement of the competition and subject to [A‑2.1] above
A.2.3.2 Transferring members can only shoot for one Club in any competition or series of competitions unless the State or Territory Association grants written approval.
A.2.4 Clubs, States or Territories shall place their best shooting members in one team and next best in number two etc.
A.2.5 In the event that a competitor cannot compete in a shoulder‑to‑shoulder competition his/her entry fee less 10% may be refunded.
A.2.6 It shall be the competitor's responsibility to be aware of any official announcement placed on a notice board by the authority of the organising committee and such announcement shall have the same force as these regulations. Such noticeboard must be placed in a conspicuous position.
For specific Range Standards refer to appropriate sections of ISSF Rule 6.3
A.3.1 TARGETS AND BACKING CARDS
A.3.1.1 Target frames. should be the same distance centre to centre as the firing points.
Targets, should have backing cards 40cm behind them. Displacement of crossfired shots on the backing cards would then be approximately:
90m‑6mm 50m‑12mm, 20m‑25mm.
(per one position )
A.3.2 TARGET CHANGING
At the completion of the squad and on instruction from the CRO and/or Range Officer, competitors shall remove their equipment from the firing point and change target cards for the next squad.
An official shall collect the target cards in the vicinity of the target line and transport them to the Classification Office,
A.4.1 TARGET DIMENSIONS
Target cards on which several targets are printed may be used. They must however have a minimum separation as specified, so that they do not disturb the aiming of the shooter. It shall also have a minimum of one clearly marked sighting target unless it is for air rifle, which can have sighters on a separate target card.
A.4.1.1 50 metre Smallbore target.
Dimensions ‑ See ISSF Rule 6.3.2.2
Separation between target centres ‑ minimum 180mm.
A.4.1.2 10 metre Air Rifle Target.
Dimensions ‑ See ISSF Rule 6.3.2.3
Separation between target centres ‑ minimum 65mm.
A4.1.3 90 metre Smallbore and Benchrest Target.
10 ring 26.8mm (±0.2mm)
9 ring 56.8mm (±0.2mm)
8 ring 86.8mm (±0.2mm)
7 ring 117.8mm (±0.2mm)
6 ring 146.8mm (±1.0mm)
5 ring 176.8mm (±1.0mm)
4 ring 206.8mm (±1.0mm)
3 ring 236.8mm (±1.0mm)
2 ring 266.8mm (±1.0mm)
1 ring 296.8mm (±1.0mm)
Black from. 4 to 10 ‑ 206.8mm.
Inner ten [5.2mm] ‑ for scoring see ISSF 6.3.1.4
Ring thickness. 0.2 to 0.3mm
Separation between target centres. ‑ minimum 355mm.
Minimum visible size of target card 375 x 315mm.
A.4.1.4 50 metre Benchrest Target.
The TRA 50m Benchrest Target shall be the same specification as the ISSF 50 metre target out to the 7 ring and have a total target diameter of 58.4min. Each target card will have a maximum of 20 competition targets and at least one clearly marked sighting target.
10 ring 10.4tritn (±0.2mm)
8 ring 42.4mm (±0.2mm)
9 ring 26.4mm (±0.2mm)
7 ring 58.4min (±0.5mm)
Black area is only the 7 ring region (42.4mm ‑ 58.4mm)
All other areas to be natural target card colour with black scoring rings.
Inner ten [5mm (±0.lmm)] for scoring see ISSF 6.3.1.4
Ring thickness. 0.2 to 0.3mm
Separation between target centres. ‑ minimum 75mm.
Minimum visible size of:
i)single target, 250mm x 250mm.
ii)20 competition target card and sighters is 500m x 380mm.
A.4.1.5 50 metre Smallbore Club Target.
X Bull 10.40mm (±0.2mm)
10 ring 23.50mm (±0.2mm)
9 ring 40.16mm (±0.2mm)
8 ring 56.82mm (±0.2mm)
7 ring 73.48tmm (±0.5mm)
6 ring 90.14mm (±0.5mm)
5 ring 95.73mm (±0.5mm)
4 ring 112.40mm (±0.5mm)
3 ring 129.07mm (±0.5mm)
2 ring 145.73mm (±0.5mm)
1 ring 162.40mm (±0.5mm)
Black from 4 to 10 rings 112.4mm
Ring thickness. 0.2 to 0.3mm
X Ring is marked with a cross through the target centre
Separation between target centres. ‑ minimum 180mm.
Minimum visible size of single target, 250mm x 250mm.
Minimum visible size of five bull target, 500mm x 380mm.
A.4.1.6 20 metre Smallbore Target.
10 ring 1.60mm (±0.05mm)
9 ring 8.27mm (±0.lmm)
8 ring 14.93mm (±0.lmm)
7 ring 21.60mm (±0.15mm)
6 ring 28.27mm (±0.15mm)
5 ring 34.93mm (±0.15mm)
4 ring 41.6Omm (±0.15mm)
3 ring
2 ring
1 ring
Black 4 to 10 = 41.60mm
Inner 10 is when a ten ring [dot] has been shot out completely as determined by use of 5.6mm plug gauge.
Ring thickness 0.1 to 0.2mm
Separation between target centres. ‑minimum 80mm.
Minimum size of target card 375mm x 250mm.
A.1.1.1 A.4.1.7 20 metre Benchrest Target.
The TRA 20m Benchrest Target scoring ring dimensions are still under review by the Technical Committee and will be published when determined. Each target card will have a maximum of 20 competition targets and at least one clearly marked sighting target.
10 ring TBD (±0.lmm)
9 ring TBD (±0. .1mm
8 ring TBD (±0.lmm)
7 ring TBD (±0. 1mm)
Black areas are to be determined (TBD).
All other areas to be natural target card colour with black scoring rings.
Ring thickness. 0.lmm to 0.2mm.
Inner 10 is when a ten ring [dot] has been shot out completely as determined by use of 5.6mm plug gauge.
Separation between target centres. ‑ minimum 50mm.
Minimum visible size of:
i)single target, 80mm x 80mm.
ii) ii)20 competition target card & sighters is 375m x 250mm.
A.4.2 All targets shall be numbered for count back purposes.
A.4.3 SIGHTERS
A.1.1.1 All sighting targets provided may only be used before firing a shot on the first competition target.A.4.3.1
A.5.1 Ground Cloths and Shooting Mats. If Shooting Mats or Ground cloths are not provided by the organizing committee, ISSF 7.4.7.12.4 then the use of private shooting mats and/ or ground cloths is permitted provided that they comply with ISSF Rule 6.3.12.2.2.
A.5.2 CLOTHING
A.5.2.1 The ISSF dress regulations shall not be rigidly enforced for State and National Championships provided the competitor gains no unfair advantage, this exemption does not apply to competitors that are participating in elim‑ elimination for international events such as Olympic Games, World Championships, World Cups, Commonwealth Games, Commonwealth Shooting Federation and Regional Championships.
A.5.2.2 The ISSF Equipment Control Certification Card issued to a competitor as per ISSF Rule 7.4.1.1 is proof of compliance in TRA competitions where clothing and equipment inspections is required to be done.
A.5.2.3 An Australian version of the Equipment Control Certification card as per ISSF Rule 7.4.1.1 is endorsed for use as per Rule A.5.2.2 provided it was issued by person/s approved by TRA Technical Committee.
A‑5.3 BENCHREST TABLE
The bench is a rigidly constructed table with a recommended standard height of 850mm that can vary by (±100mm) to allow a shooter of approximately average height to sit comfortably on a chair or stool. The tabletop should be of adequate size and shape to accommodate a shooter and their equipment.
A‑5.4 BENCHREST RIFLES
TRA approved benchrest rifles will:
A.5.4.1 Be a rimfire rifle, chambered for the .22 long rifle cartridge. A magazine may be used, provided that the reloading of the cartridge into the breach is by manually pulling back and replacing the bolt.
A.5.4.2 Have a barrel with a minimum length of 460min measured from the face of the bolt to the apparent muzzle and cannot be fluted for Class 1 or 2 rifles.
A.5.4.3 CLASS 1 ‑ BENCHREST SPORTER RIFLE.
TRA Class 1 Benchrest Rifle is any rifle chambered for .22 rimfire long rifle cartridge having a safe manually and mechanically operated firing mechanism which does not include the use of pressure fluid, gas or remote control.
The weight of the rifle shall not exceed 3.5kg inclusive of sight and unloaded magazine (if applicable).
The width of the stock shall not exceed 60mm at any point and the fore‑end shall clearly have a convex shape.
Nothing may be fastened to the barrel except sights and sight bases.
Any telescopic sight shall be limited to a maximum of 12 power magnification. Variable magnification telescopic sights to be set at or less than 12 power and taped by the Range Officer or equipment control.
A.5.4.4 CLASS 2 ‑ RESTRICTED BENCHREST TARGET RIFLE.
TRA Class 2 Benchrest Rifle is any rifle chambered for .22 rimfire long rifle cartridge and having a safe manually operated firing mechanism, which does not include the use of pressure fluid, gas or remote control.
The weight of the rifle shall not exceed 4.5kg inclusive of sight and unloaded magazine (if applicable).
Use of an electronic trigger is permitted, however, all accessories associated with such trigger i.e. batteries etc must be integrated as part of the rifle and included in the total rifle weight.
The magnification of a telescopic sight shall be unrestricted.
Barrel tuning devises are allowed.
The width of the stock shall not exceed 75mm at any point and shall have a flat or convex fore‑end. Any part of the stock butt must be no wider than 30mm when in contact with the rear rest bag.
A.5.4.5 CLASS 3 ‑ OPEN BENCHREST TARGET RIFLE.
TRA Class 3 Benchrest Rifle is same specifications as for Class 2 Benchrest Rifle, but the weight of the rifle shall not exceed 8kg inclusive of sight and unloaded magazine (if applicable).
A.5.5 BENCHREST BAG
A.5.5.1 Rear Rest Bag
The rear rest bag shall be a bag or combination of bags, without additions or container of dissimilar material from the bag. The fingers shall easily flex the cover of such bag or bags. The contents of which shall be dry, finely divided non‑metallic substance such as, but not limited to sand, gravel, or grain without additives, packed loosely enough so that each bag shall be easily and permanently deformable by pressure of the fingers. The rear rest cannot be contained in any manner.
A vertical spacer shall be allowed between the rear bag/s and the bench. The spacers cannot be fixed in any way to the bag/s or the bench and shall not incorporate adjustments for windage and/or elevation.
A.5.5.2 Front Rest and Bag
The front rest may be a block or pedestal, which may incorporate adjustments for elevation and windage but shall not have any guiding means that would work with any addition, contour or dimension on the rifle to help return the rifle to the firing position.
Any front rest may be used in conjunction with a bag or similar soft covering on which to rest the fore‑end of the rifle. The section of the fore‑end contained by the rest bag shall be full width of the rifle stock and must be such that the rifle can be easily removed in the vertical direction without any front bag adjustment.
The cover and filling of the front bag shall meet the same requirements specified for rear rest bags.
A.5.6 AMMUNITION
A.5.6.1 Any commercially available, factory loaded, standard velocity .22 long rifle ammunition with a soft lead projectile may be used. This ammunition must be original and unaltered. Jacketed projectiles are not to be used.
A.5.7 WIND FLAGS
A.5.7.1 Only standard ISSF wing flags or other TRA approved wind indicators provided by organisers can be used. Private wind indicators are not permitted.
A.6.1 Smallbore: is rifle shooting done off‑hand from the prone or other positions specified in the ISSF Rules 7.6.1
A.6.2 Benchrest, is shot from a bench using front and/or rear rests to hold a rifle in a stable position.
A.6.3 TIME LIMITS allowed:
On electronic targets and target changing machines time limits are as specified in the ISSF Rules and Regulations 7.15.0.
Definition: A Target Carrier System is any system that returns the target to the firing line during competition.
A.6.3.1 Prone:
i)Unlimited sighters & ten competition shots: 15mins
ii)Unlimited sighters & twenty competition shots: 30 mins
iii)Unlimited sighters & thirty competition shots: 45 mins
A.6.3.2 Standing:
i)Unlimited sighters & ten competition shots: 25 mins
ii) Unlimited sighters & twenty competition shots: 50 mins
A.6.3.3 Kneeling:
i)Unlimited sighters 7 ten competition shots: 25 mins
ii)Unlimited sighters & twenty competition shots: 45 mins
A.6.3.4 Benchrest:
i)Unlimited sighters & ten competition shots: 15 mins
ii)Unlimited sighters & twenty competition shots: 30 mins
iii)Unliimited sighters & thirty competition shots: 45 mins
iv)Unlimited sighters & sixty competition shots: 1hr 15min
A.6.4 BENCHREST RANGE SAFE
A.6.4.1 No rifle is to be loaded until directed by the Range Officer, and rifles shall be pointed in the direction of the target area at all times.
A.6.4.2 In the event of any STOP call being made rifles shall be immediately unloaded, magazines (if applicable) removed and the competitor shall step back from the bench.
A.6.4.3 While personnel are forward of the firing line no rifle or equipment on the benches is to be handled. Competitors shall remain behind die benches until the range is clear and the Range Officer's command is given.
A.6.4.4 At the completion of each course of fire rifles shall be left on the benches with breaches open and magazines (if applicable) removed until cleared by the Range Officer at the completion of the match.
A.6.4.5 A rifle with a magazine (loaded or unloaded) fitted in the action is considered to be a loaded rifle irrespective of the position of the bolt or status of the breach
A.6.5 SHOTS PER TARGET
To change from these specifications the Competition Organising Committee shall be required to comply with the following actions.
i) Include the variation in any notice of the competition.
ii) Notification of variation is displayed prominently on the range notice board in accordance with Rule A.2.6.
iii) Each competitor is advised in writing at the time of registration.
iv) Ensure the Chief Range Officer makes an appropriate announcement at the start of each detail.
A.6.5.1 Smallbore 50m 5 Bull Target: Five competition shots per competition target plus unlimited sighters.
A.6.5.2 Smallbore and Benchrest 90m targets: 10 competition shots per competition target plus unlimited sighters.