Black Powder 25M

The 25m  (Aggregate) Black Powder event combines both precision and rapid-fire, in two stages each of 20 shots:

  • Distance: 25 metres
  • Calibre: maximum ·46 calibre, cap and ball revolver

After all competitors have completed the Precision Stage, they then fire the Rapid Fire Stage.

Rapid Fire Stage

  • Number of shots/time: 20 shots, in four series of 5 shots.
  • Each series consists of 5 exposures of the target, each exposure is for 3 seconds; the shooter fires one shot per exposure.
  • Rapid Fire Stage, target: 10 ring of 100 mm wide x 150 mm high, each ring increases by 100 mm.

The Targets

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This target is 55cm by 55cm and is at a distance of 25m stationary.

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This target is 78cm by 48cm and is at a distance of 25m turning.

Types of Black Powder Guns

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Rules for RO’s