Posted: 3/20/2009 6:00:38 AM EDT
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SERVICE RIFLE COMPETITION
Coming April 16. April 8th is a planning meeting for this event. Those interested in participating should plan to attend the planning meeting. Call Bond Kinney, 564-3651, for time and place. This is from the SJWF.org |
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What is considered a service rifle? sorry dumb qustion I know, but an ar is a service rifle and so is a sa 1903, hk91. CMP is updating the rule book so this was all I could get so far M16 A4 Service Rifles Guidelines for M16 A4 or Commercial-Equivalent Rifles to be Used in Service Rifle Competitions The 2004 edition of the CMP Competition Rules expanded the definition of legal service rifles by including, for the first time, the M16 A4 rifle. This means that now both the M16 A2, which has been used by service rifle shooters for many years, and the M16 A4, the so-called “flat-top” version with a removable carry handle, or commercial equivalents of those two service rifles, are now legal for use in CMP EIC (leg) or National Trophy Matches. All commercial equivalent rifles must be “of the same type (configuration) and caliber.” Highpower service rifle competitors also may continue to use the M14 service rifle or its commercial equivalent, the M1A. The decision to add the M16 A4 to the list of legal service rifles was made because this version is now used in Army basic training and is being issued to many military units including units in Iraq. Rules concerning legal service rifles are quite restrictive. To be recognized as a service rifle, a rifle must not only be a U. S. military rifle, but it must be a rifle that is commonly issued to large numbers of military personnel. CMP Competition Rules do not recognize special purpose military rifles as service rifles because they do not meet this criteria. This is to assure that all service rifle shooters have rifles with similar capabilities. Subsequent to making this rule change, the CMP has received many questions about how the M16 A4 or its commercial equivalents must be configured to be legal for use in service rifle competitions. These guidelines seek to clarify and answer those questions. M16 A4 or commercial equivalent rifles must meet the following requirements: Carry Handle and Rear Sight. The rifle must be equipped with a carry handle and rear sight that has the same configuration as the carry handle on the M16 A2 (height, type of sight, etc.). No optical sights are permitted. It is recognized that the elevation screw shaft in the M16 A4 removable carry handle must be shorter. Carry Handle Location. The carry handle must be attached to the rifle’s “upper” in such a way that the location of the handle and rear sight corresponds with the carry handle and sight location on the M16 A2. This is to assure that the sight radius of all M16/AR15-type rifles remains the same. Front Sight. A standard M16 front sight must be fixed in the same location as it is on the M16 A2. Upper Handguard. A standard handguard or tube without an accessory rail must be used. The sling swivel can attach to the front ferrule of the handguard or the front tip of the tube in accordance with Rule 6.2.3 (10). Butt Stock. To accommodate shooters of smaller stature, a standard butt stock from an M16 A1 rifle may be fitted to either the M16 A2 or M16 A4. |
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This is from the NRA rule book.
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What is considered a service rifle? sorry dumb qustion I know, but an ar is a service rifle and so is a sa 1903, hk91. 3. EQUIPMENT AND AMMUNITION This section defines authorized equipment. Where alternative types of equipment are shown, the least restrictive conditions apply unless the tournament program sets forth limitations. 3.1 Service Rifle - U.S. Rifle, Caliber .30 Ml or caliber 7.62 mm M1, as issued by the U.S. Armed Forces, or the same type and caliber of commercially manufactured rifle, having not less than 4 ½ pound trigger pull, with standard type stock and standard type leather or web sling. External alterations to the assembled arm will not be allowed. The application of synthetic coatings, which includes those containing powdered metal, to the interior of the stock to improve bedding is authorized provided the coating does not interfere with the function or operation of safety features. The front and rear sights must be United States Army design, but may vary in dimensions of rear sight aperture and front sight blade. The internal parts of the rifle may be specially fitted and include alterations that will improve the functioning and accuracy of the arm, provided such alterations in no way interfere with the proper functioning of the safety devices as manufactured. (A device consisting of a modified cartridge clip that is intended to permit single loading from the clip into the chamber during slow fire is considered an internal alteration to improve functioning and is permissible under this rule.) 3.1.1 Service Rifle - U.S. Rifle, Caliber 7.62 mm M-14 as issued by the U.S. Armed Forces or the same type and caliber of commercially manufactured rifle, having not less than a 4 ½ pound trigger pull, with standard type stock of wood or synthetic material. Must be no more than 2 inches wide at a point immediately to the rear of the front band, no more than 2.5 inches wide at the front and rear of the receiver, and have a continuous taper from receiver to front band. Width at receiver may be carried through to the butt plate, which may be the flat M-1 or hinged M-14 plate and standard leather or web sling. The rifle must be so adjusted as to be incapable of automatic fire without removing the stock and changing parts. In all courses and in all positions the standard 10 or 20-round box magazine or a reduced capacity magazine of the same external dimensions will be allowed. The hinged butt plate will be used only in the folded position. The gas system must be fully operational. External alterations to the assembled arm will not be allowed. The application of synthetic coatings, which includes those containing powdered metal, to the interior of the stock to improve bedding is authorized provided the coating does not interfere with the function or operation of safety features. The front and rear sights must be of United States Army design, but may vary in dimensions of rear sight aperture and front sight blade. The internal parts of the rifle may be specially fitted and include alterations that will improve the functioning and accuracy of the arm, provided such alterations in no way interfere with the proper functioning of the safety devices as manufactured. For stock dimension see diagram in Illustrations. 3.1.2 Service Rifle - U.S. Rifle, Caliber 5.56 mm M16 series as issued by the U.S. Armed Forces, or the same type and caliber of commercially procured rifle, without biped or grenade launcher, having not less than a 41/2 pound trigger pull, with standard-type stock, pistol grip, hand guard, and leather or web sling. The rifle must be so modified as to be incapable of automatic fire without removing, replacing, or altering parts. In all courses of fire and in all positions the standard 10, 20-round or 30-round box magazine or a reduced capacity magazine of the same external dimensions will be attached. The gas system must be fully operational. External alterations to the barrel, upper and lower receivers, stock, hand guard, or pistol grip will not be allowed, except that a device may be attached to prevent selector lever movement to the auto position. The front and rear sights must be the standard design. The rear sight aperture and front sight width may vary in dimensions to suit the shooter. The rear sight aperture may be hooded. Versions or adaptations of the M16 type rifle consisting of external modifications or alterations, will be shot as an NRA Match Rifle, except as allowed in Rule 3.1.3. The trigger weight of these versions or adaptations will not be less than 4 ½ pounds, except as noted in Rule 3.3.1. A case deflector (D.C.-T- 30 or commercial equivalent) is allowed. 3.1.3 Service Rifle - Any rifle or modified rifle not covered by NRA Rules 3.1, 3.1.1 or 3.1.2, but permitted by CMP Rules are considered service rifles in NRA sanctioned competition. NRA Rule book |
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In case any of you want to shoot a NRA hi-power rifle match (either as a match rifle or service rifle ) we have matches every 2nd Sunday morning of the month at the city range in Albuquerque. It is a 100yd match and is both well run and fun! I know there are at least 3 shooters that are members here. Email me if you are interested or drop by to check it out.
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Quoted: In case any of you want to shoot a NRA hi-power rifle match (either as a match rifle or service rifle ) we have matches every 2nd Sunday morning of the month at the city range in Albuquerque. It is a 100yd match and is both well run and fun! I know there are at least 3 shooters that are members here. Email me if you are interested or drop by to check it out. Lyn I would love to do that sometime in the future. Maybe this summer will work out.  Thank you for the invite! |