Rules of the MODERN LONGSHOT 2023 shooting competition – draft

MODERN LONGSHOT competition includes shooting with modern weapons

Objectives of the competition

The main objectives of the competition are to promote long-distance rifle shooting, to share experience, and to integrate the military and sport shooting communities. The competition aims at increasing officers’ and soldiers’ competence as well as promoting long-distance shooting among civilians. During the competition, the best shooter and the best shooting team will be determined.

Competition organizer

The event is organised by SKSP DELTA in cooperation with CS Nietoperek and DGRSZ and 17th Mechanised Brigade „Wielkopolska” and OSPWL Wędrzyn.

Competition date and location

21-23.04.2023 Shooting range in OSPWL Wędrzyn, near Gorzów Wielkopolski. 

Competition agenda

The agenda of the event is published in the AGENDA section at www.longshot.pl

Competition

Weapon: centre fire rifle, cal: from .222 to .458. 
Divisions: 

TACTICAL STANDARD

TACTICAL MAGNUM

TACTICAL SEMI AUTO

TACTICAL SUPER MAGNUM

OPEN

PRODUCTION RIFLE 308 (Other matters, Divisions)

Ammunition: It is absolutely forbidden to use tracers, armor piercing and incendiary bullets, and any other bullets which are forbidden in sports shooting. 
There will be no sighter shots!

Competition for TACTICAL Standard, Tactical Semi Auto, Production Rifle 308  and OPEN divisions:

FIRST STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 300 target, (click here to see
Distance: 300 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

SECOND STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 600 target, (click here to see
Distance: 600 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

THIRD STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 800 target, (click here to see) with an extended  hit zone, size: 1000×1000 mm
Distance: 800 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

The general classification is based on the sum of points gained in the first, the second, and the third string.

Attention! There will be one additional string at a distance of 1000 (+) meters.
Target: LONGSHOT™ 800 target, (click here to see) with an extended  hit zone, size: 1000×1000 mm
Distance: 1100 m (+/- 2 m)
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

Competition for TACTICAL MAGNUM divisions:

FIRST STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 600 target,
Distance: 300 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

SECOND STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 800 target,
Distance: 600 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

THIRD STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 11000 target, with an extended  hit zone, size: 1000×1000 mm
Distance: 800 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 8 min 
Number of shots: 10

The general classification is based on the sum of points gained in the first, the second, and the third string.

Competition for SUPERMAGNUM division:

FIRST STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 1000 target, (click here to see) with an extended  hit zone, size: 1700×1000 mm; scoring for the extended zone: 0,5 pt per hit 
Distance: 1000 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 10 min 
Number of shots: 5  
Result: scoring x 1

SECOND STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 1000 target, (click here to see) with an extended  hit zone, size: 1700×1000 mm; scoring for the extended zone: 0,5 pt per hit 
Distance: 1200 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 10 min 
Number of shots: 5 
Result: scoring x 1,5

THIRD STRING
Target: LONGSHOT™ 1000 target, (click here to see) with an extended  hit zone, size: 1700×1000 mm; scoring for the extended zone: 0,5 pt per hit 
Distance: 1500 m 
Position: freestyle 
Shooting time limit: 10 min 
Number of shots: 5 
Result: scoring x 2

You can find more information in sections: „Participation costs” and „Other matters”.

Shooting procedure

● After an oral signal, the competitors take their positions and prepare for shooting.

● On the „LOAD” command the competitors load and insert magazines into their weapons.

● On the „START” command the competitors start shooting, according to the procedure outlined above.

● On the „STOP – UNLOAD” command the competitors unload their weapons and allow the referee to check the rifle.

● Each shot before the „START” signal or after the „STOP” signal will result in DQ! (disqualification).  

1. The competitor shoots at one target only, following the procedure appropriate for the first, the second, or the third string, always using the same weapon that was previously declared. The start of the competitor in an additional equipment class requires the re-registration and possession of an additional weapon corresponding to the technical requirements of the given class.

2. The organizer allows a situation in which two or more competitors are using the same rifle. However, in such a case, only the first shooter’s score will count in the general classification. The scores of other shooters will be in the PK group (no-ranking). Exception – “SUPERMAGNUM” division. In the “ SUPERMAGNUM” divisions two shooters may use the same rifle and both be classified, on the condition that they do not shoot in subsequent squads.

3. The rifle may be supported by (not attached to) any object brought on the range by the competitor. It is permitted to use e.g. backpacks or containers as support. The whole additional equipment (without the rifle and ammunition) must weigh less than 8 kg. The equipment is subject to the referee’s control. 
a. It is permitted to use front support – bipod. 
b. It is permitted to use rear support, both original equipment and one attached by the competitor – e.g. monopod, used in order to enhance the stability of the rifle. 
c. The front and rear support of the rifle may be connected only by means of the stock.

4. On the firing position, the competitor may have only the number of rounds specified for one string. Bringing any additional ammunition to the firing position will result in disqualification (DQ!).

5. Malfunction of the rifle or ammunition is the competitor’s concern.

6. The weapon is brought onto the firing position in a weapon bag or case. If the competitor wishes to use it as support for the rifle, it will be subject to weighing together with the rest of the equipment.

7. Leaving the firing position with the weapon is allowed only after unloading the rifle, subjecting it to the referee’s checking procedure, and inserting it in the weapon bag or case. Not adhering to this rule will result in disqualification (DQ!).

8. The course of the competitive shooting may be recorded using audio/video equipment. The material will be available only to the organizers and referees. It will not be published or distributed. It cannot be used for purposes other than the ones connected with organizing the LONGSHOT 2023 Shooting Competition.

9. Any check-ups and repairs can be performed only in the designated SAFETY AREA.

10. It is forbidden to bring live, blank, or dummy ammunition to the safety area. Not adhering to this rule will result in disqualification (DQ!).

11. Moving around the shooting range with a rifle is allowed only when it is stored in a weapon bag or case.

12. In debatable cases, the final decision belongs to the main referee.    

Participation in the contest

Companies, institutions, and private persons can participate in the competition, on the condition that they possess appropriate permissions and licenses concerning ownership of firearms, and that they register on time and pay the admission fee.

The organizer has the right to refuse the registration of a competitor without giving reasons.

Classification

● Individual.

● Team. Teams consisting of two competitors (the sum of points gained by the team in one division).

● Nationale Team

INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOT CUP

● • The three best results achieved by competitors count towards the international classification (representatives of participated countries: see Other matters) only in the following categories: TACTICAL STANDARD, TACTICAL MAGNUM, OPEN 

Awards

● Places 1-3 cups.

● Places 1-6 diplomas.

The BEST NATIONAL TEAM – INTERNATIONAL LONGHOT CUP

1 place – CUP end medals 

2-3 place – medals

Registration deadline

Registration only online through www.longshot.pl. The number of participants is limited.

Participation costs

Participants arrive at their own expense. 
Participation fee – … PLN (… EUR) per competitor. 
Participation fee for the additional 1000+ m –  PLN (… EUR).
Participation fee for the team – … PLN (… EUR).

The payment operator is PayPro S.A. ul. Kanclerska 15, 60-327 Poznań, NIP 779-236-98-87, REGON 301345068, Sąd Rejonowy Poznań – Nowe Miasto i Wilda w Poznaniu, VIII Wydz. Gospodarczy Krajowego Rejestru Sądowego Nr KRS 0000347935. Beneficiary is the Stowarzyszenie Klub Strzelectwa Praktycznego DELTA, ul. A. Fredry 59, 40-662 Katowice, NIP: 9542795963, KRS 0000746048.

Bank account:
Stowarzyszenie Klub Strzelectwa Praktycznego DELTA
PLN: PL 61 1050 1214 1000 0090 8043 2850
EUR: PL 60 1050 1214 1000 0090 8043 2868
Kod BIC SWIFT: INGBPLPW

It is possible to receive an invoice by email after 7 days after the payment. In order to obtain it send a request including the full name of the company and e-mail address to: sksp@skspdelta.pl

Other matters

1. In case of withdrawal after registering and paying the fee, the participant is not entitled to reimbursement.

2. Only the registered competitors who have paid the admission fee may participate in the training session.

3. Only competitors who have paid an extra fee and passed the qualification round may take part in the additional string at a distance of 1000+ (1100) meters.

4. Each division is opened only after the registration of minimum 10 shooters.

5. Registration National Team possible only online via www.longshot.pl

6. National Team Competitors have to have correct personal registration  and country declaration.

7. International classification with  three divisions results: TACTICAL STANDARD, TACTICAL MAGNUM end OPEN scored by three competitors in three different classes 

8. Competitors result in international classification baatein only one division class declaration.

9. If competitors shoot more than one division class for international classification, only one best result. 

10. The whole equipment used by TACTICAL division shooters has to be tactical. In case of doubts, the Match Director makes the final decision.

11. Each army unit can register one team in every division.

12. In case of the same number of points obtained after the last shooting, the organizer conducts a play-off.

13. Scoring rules. The hit rating is held by using the actual caliber used by the participant/contestant.

14. Competitors have the right to lodge an objection against the final results of the competition within one hour of their announcement. Objections lodged after this period will not be considered. If any other problems appear, a protest of a competitor will be taken into consideration when presenting it in writing and after payment of the arbitration fee  PLN /  EUR to the Head Judge of the competition.

DIVISION CLASS

TACTICAL STANDARD

Center fire rifle, cal. 222 – 458

Muzzle bullets Energy no more than 4500J

Rifle weight with scope, bipod, monopod etc. (shooting system) no more than 10 kg.

The equipment (shooting system) should have a tactical purpose 

TACTICAL MAGNUM

Center fire rifle, cal. 222 – 458

Muzzle bullets Energy no more than 9000J

Rifle weight with scope, bipod, monopod etc. (shooting system) no more than 14 kg.

The equipment (shooting system) should have a tactical purpose 

TACTICAL SEMI AUTO

Center fire rifle, cal. 222 – 458

Muzzle bullets Energy no more than 9000J

Rifle weight with scope, bipod, monopod etc. (shooting system) no more than 12 kg.

Loading and Reloading weapons weapons should be in working order and usable for rated firing

The equipment (shooting system) should have a tactical purpose 

TACTICAL SUPER MAGNUM

Center fire rifle, cal. No more than .50 inch (12,7)

Muzzle bullets Energy up to 9000J

The equipment (shooting system) should have a tactical purpose 

OPEN

Center fire rifle, cal. 222 – 458

Muzzle bullets energy no more than 9000J

rifle weight with scope, bipod, monopod etc. (shooting system) no more than 14 kg

TACTICAL STANDARD

Center fire rifle, cal. 308 WIN

Rifle manufactured in an amount of minimum 500 pieces. 

Rifle include inside or outside magazines.

Rifle weight with scope, bipod, monopod etc. (shooting system) no more than 10 kg.

Ammunition –  bullets weight no more than 190 grains (12,31 gr) 

The equipment (shooting system) should have a tactical purpose 

Organizers  recommend using factory ammunition.

Excluded criteria 

Single loading weapons

Weapons with non-factory essential parts replaced

Privacy policy

According to art. 2 of Personal Data Protection Act from 29.08.1997 (Dz.U. z 2002 r. Nr 101, pos. 926, and later changes), by the fact of registration the participant agrees to process his/her personal data only in connection to organizing and promoting procedures of LONGSHOT 2022 Shooting Competition. 
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