MultiGun
Multigun is a shooting sport that involves the use of two to three different types of firearms: pistols, shotguns, and rifles. The objective is to complete a series of challenges on a shooting course within a set time or as quickly as possible.
Each course may have obstacles and targets at varying distances and formats. For example, a stage might require the competitor to start with a pistol, switch to a rifle, and then to a shotgun while shooting at targets at different distances and shooting positions. Those who don’t want to use a shotgun can enter the 2 gun class and engage the shotgun targets with their pistol. There is also a class for Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCC).
Multigun requires good shooting skills with all three types of firearms, as well as strategy and physical conditioning to navigate the course’s obstacles. Competitions are held on timed courses, and competitors are evaluated based on their time and accuracy.
Match Overview
Multigun matches at DRRC consist of multiple stages with detailed courses of fire that require movement through obstacles and engagements from multiple positions. Each competitor is directed and monitored by a Range Officer (RO) through each course of fire. Each participant is required to pay an initial Match Fee of $20.00.
The matches at DRRC consist of engaging paper targets as close as 6’ and steel targets from twelve yards out to 50 yards or more for a handgun. Rifle paper targets can be as close as 10’ with steel targets between 50 to 300 yards. Shotgun targets are usually steel but may have some clay pigeons thrown at times. There are usually some steel slug targets at each match. There are several versions of reactionary, spinning and moving steel or paper targets.
Safety
Safety rules must be followed at all times. Failure to follow safety rules may be cause for ejection from the match and continued safety violations may be cause for ban from all DRRC matches. The safety rules will be reviewed with all shooters at the beginning of each match. Each match will have a Match Director and/or Assistant Match Director, Range Officers who are responsible for actions and safety of the current shooter and squad safety as well as DRRC Range Safety Officers who are responsible for all safety procedures and concerns at a match. Specific safety rules can be discussed with the Discipline Director during a match or by using the contact information at the bottom of this page.
Cold Range Rule
Firearms are to remain unloaded at all times until you are at the firing line and directed by the stage Range Officer to load your firearm. When arriving at the match, please take your cased firearms to the red safety tables at the north end of the parking lot, uncase, point in a safe direction and confirm that they are clear. Then re-case or put them in your range cart. Chamber flags may be used but are not required. Handguns can be holstered after being cleared at the safety table. No ammunition is allowed at the safety tables.
New Shooters
The DRRC Multigun match is open to new shooters who are just starting in competition. Competitors should already possess solid firearm handling and safety skills. We ask that new shooters contact the Discipline Director using the contact information at the bottom of this page for detailed instructions on their first match.
Rules
General Rules – This is an outlaw match. We follow the same rules as our Practical Pistol match. The rules are similar to other 3 gun matches, but may differ slightly. The Match Director will review the basic rules before the match begins. You will have an opportunity to ask questions at that time.
We mirror the USPSA 3 Gun divisions, which can be found here
https://uspsa.org/documents/rules/current/USPSA-Rifle-Shotgun-Multigun-Rulebook.pdf
Rifles – The calibers are restricted between .223 / 5.56 to 30-06. Most competitors shoot .223 / 5.56. Semi-automatic rifles are highly recommended. Depending on the particular class, rifles can have open sights, red dot sights, scopes or a combination of the above. Most stages won’t require more than two 30 rd. magazines. NO STEEL CORE AMMUNITION AND NO MAGNUM CALIBERS ARE ALLOWED.
Handguns – 9mm is the most common caliber with some competitors choosing to shoot .40 S&W or 45 ACP. You will need at least 4 magazines, possibly more depending on the capacity. Beginners should plan on carrying at least 60 rounds per stage.
Shotguns – Most competitors use tube fed semi-automatic shotguns. Magazine fed semi-automatics are becoming more popular while some people choose to use pump shotguns for their reliability and lower cost. The heaviest lead shot size is #6. Most shooters use 6-8 shot. A minimum weight of 1 oz. is recommended. Be sure to test your loads in your gun before the match to ensure proper cycling and patterns. NO STEEL SHOT. There are often slug targets, so be sure to have your shotgun sighted in with slugs at 50 yards.
Access to Matches
DRRC matches are open to the public. A gate authorization code will be posted at the main gate for access on each match day. Spectators are welcome.
You can sign up for matches at DRRC on Practiscore. Enter “DRRC” in the search field to find upcoming matches. The match fee will be collected during sign in at the match. We request that competitors stay after the match to help with range clean up. Any competitors who help with setting up the match the day before will have their entry fee waived. Please contact the match director in advance to make plans to help with set up.
All new competitors are required to contact the match director via email prior to the match and shoot on squad 1 with the match director. New shooters will be evaluated for their safe gun handling skills and ability to respond to the range commands.
Scoring – We use Practiscore.com electronic scoring. Go to https://practiscore.com/results/ and search “DRRC Multigun” for match results.
For more information, please contact the match director.