10m Air Rifle Target

As shot at the Olympics, we can provide the facilities to start or practise this ISSF shooting discipline. It is shot at a distance of 10 meters (10.94 yards) with .177 (4.5mm) calibre pellets. There is a maximum weight limit on the rifle of 12.13lbs (5.5kg) and there are allowances for special clothing as in smallbore target rifle but with the added benefit of trousers. The speciality clothing is generally very strong and rigid to help keep a supported position as this discipline is shot from standing, so every bit of stability that can be gained is a benefit.

Course of fire for this event is different based on gender. Men shoot 60 shots (known as AR60) and Women shoot 40 shots (known as AR40) with each shot scoring a maximum of 10. The top 8 shooters in competition can then go on to shoot an additional 10 shots, each with a maximum score of 10.9. The Winner is determined by the highest aggregate score over the 60/40 + 10.

The target is a total diameter of the target is 45.5 mm and the 10 ring is a mere 0.5 mm

This has been an Olympic shooting discipline since 1984 and there have been World Championships since 1970.

If you'd like to give it a go, get in touch with our club secretary, alternatively, if you'd like more information on the subject, check out the 10 Metre Air Rifle Wikipedia page.