2014 PNZ Multigun Guidelines

3GUN New Zealand –Multigun Guidelines June 2014
Guidelines for
PNZ Multigun
 NZ Division and Equipment Rules.
 Minimum Shooting Distances.
 Approved Target Types.
 Scoring.
 Abandonment of Firearms
 Power Factors
Approved by:
Pistol NZ June 28th 2014 (Version 1.0)
Rules governing this document: 3 Gun Nation Club series rules dated 22/02/2014.
Written by:
Phill Brown and Bruce Harvey IPSC 3Gun and Multigun Section Director.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. NZ Division and Equipment Rules for PNZ Multigun.
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2. Minimum Steel Target distances for PNZ Multigun.
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3. Approved Target Types used in PNZ Multigun
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4. Scoring PNZ Multigun
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5. Abandonment of firearms during a course of fire
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6. Power Factor of Firearms
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1.
NZ Divisions and Equipment rules for PNZ Multigun
Pistol New Zealand recognises (From the 3 Gun Nation Regional and Club Series Rules) the following divisions to
shoot PNZ Multigun matches:
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Multigun Open Division
Multigun Open Carbine Division
Multigun Tactical Optic Division
Multigun Tactical Optic Carbine Division
Multigun Heavy Metal Division
1.2 Open Division requirements are defined as:
Pistol:
 Will have no limitations on accessories.
Rifle:
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No limitations on accessories.
Rifle supporting devices (i.e. bipods, etc.) may be added or removed during the course of the event.
The minimum rifle calibre used will be 5.45mm x39mm
Shotgun:
 No limitations on accessories.
 Barrel length may not be changed for the duration of the event. Shotgun speed loaders are allowed in
Open
 Shotgun speed loaders must be the new type, or modified old style with primer relief cut
 Use of old style shotgun speed loaders without the primer relief cut will result in disqualification.
 Shotguns must be 20 gauge or larger.
1.3 Open Carbine Division requirements are defined as:
Pistol:
 Will have no limitations on accessories. Magazine length may not exceed 171.25 millimetres.
Rifle carbine:
The “rifle” (Defined as a Pistol Calibre Carbine):
 Must be either a registered and approved B category firearm which must be fitted with a part to
enable the pistol to be fired from the shoulder or a rifle chambered in a pistol cartridge
(Police Definition) A part for a pistol that clamps the pistol, Roni and the Hera being trade names for
two models. The item remains a pistol (ease of conversion etc – the definition of firearm refers).
 or a rifle chambered in a pistol cartridge
This is defined as:
“A rifle with an overall length of 30” (762mm) or more (from tip of muzzle to end of extended shoulder stock)
and a barrel of no more than 20” long. The rifle must shoot Pistol Calibre cartridges”
 It shall require the minimum cartridge case dimension of 9x19mm, 9mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, or
9mm NATO.
 No limitations on accessories.
 Rifle supporting devices (i.e. bipods, etc.) may be added or removed during the course of the event.
Shotgun:
 No limitations on accessories.
 Barrel length may not be changed for the duration of the event. Shotgun speed loaders are allowed in
Open
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 Shotgun speed loaders must be not have a primer relief cut. Use of such will result in disqualification.
 Shotguns must be 20 gauge or larger.
1.4 Tactical Optic Division requirements are defined as:
Pistol:
 Firearms must be of a factory configuration
 Internal modifications are allowed providing they do not alter the original factory configuration of the handgun.
 Firearms with custom or factory installed electronic sights, optical sights, extended sights, compensators or
barrel porting are NOT allowed in this division.
 Magazines used shall not exceed 171.25 mm OAL (overall length for single stacks, and shall not exceed 141.25
mm for OAL staggered magazines. Pistol Magazine failing the OAL inspection, after the competitor has
completed one or more stages, results in the shooter being bumped to Open Class.
 Minimum pistol calibre used shall be 9x19mm, 9mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, or 9mm NATO.
Rifle:
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Firearms must be of a factory configuration
Internal modifications are allowed providing the modifications do not alter the original configuration of the rifle.
Scoped rifles may be equipped with no more than one (1) optical sight.
A magnifier may be used with an optical sight in this division without violating the one optic rule, provided:
a. The magnifier does not contain an aiming reticule.
b. The magnifier cannot be used as an aiming device by itself.
c. The magnifier is mounted in the same location on the rifle for the entire event.
If the provisions above are satisfied:
d. The magnifier will not be considered a second/separate optic.
e. The competitor may start and use the magnifier in either the magnified or unmagnified mode without
further restriction.
Any rifle supporting devices to include but not limited to bipods and/or mono pods or a device that deploy legs
and or supports and elevates the muzzle end of the gun are not permitted. Forward grips that are less than five
inches long are acceptable.
Compensators are allowed in this division provided the compensator is not larger than 1 inch in diameter and 3
inches long, measured from the barrel muzzle to the end of the compensator.
The minimum rifle calibre used will be 5.45mm x39mm
Shotgun:
 Shotguns must be of a factory configuration.
 Conventional tubular magazine fed shotguns, only, allowed in this division.
 Barrel length may not be changed for the duration of the event.
 Internal modifications are allowed providing the modifications do not alter the original factory configuration of
the shotgun.
 No electronic or optical sights are allowed on shotguns in this division.
 No shotgun supporting devices (i.e. bipods, etc) are allowed in this division.
 No compensators or porting on barrels allowed in this division.
 No shotgun speed loaders are allowed in this division.
 No shotgun in tactical division may start a stage with more than 9 total in the shotgun.
 Shotguns must be 20 gauge or larger.
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1.5 Multigun Tactical Optic Carbine Division:
Pistol:
 Firearms must be of a factory configuration
 Internal modifications are allowed providing they do not alter the original factory configuration of the handgun.
 Firearms with custom or factory installed electronic sights, optical sights, extended sights, compensators or
barrel porting are NOT allowed in this division.
 Magazines used shall not exceed 171.25 mm OAL (overall length for single stacks, and shall not exceed 141.25
mm for OAL staggered magazines.
 Pistol Magazine failing the OAL inspection, after the competitor has completed one or more stages, results in the
shooter being bumped to Open Class.
 Minimum pistol calibre used shall be 9x19mm, 9mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, or 9mm NATO.
Rifle carbine:
The “rifle” (Defined as a Pistol Calibre Carbine):
 Must be a registered and approved B category firearm which must be fitted with a part to enable the
pistol to be fired from the shoulder or a rifle chambered in a pistol cartridge
(Police Definition) A part for a pistol that clamps the pistol, Roni and the Hera being trade names for
two models. The item remains a pistol (ease of conversion etc – the definition of firearm refers).
 or a rifle chambered in a pistol cartridge
This is defined as:
“A rifle with an overall length of 30” (762mm) or more (from tip of muzzle to end of extended shoulder stock)
and a barrel of no more than 20” long. The rifle must shoot Pistol Calibre cartridges”
 It shall require the minimum cartridge case dimension of 9x19mm, 9mm Luger, 9mm Parabellum, or
9mm NATO.
 Scoped rifle carbines may be equipped with no more than one (1) optical sight.
 A magnifier may be used with an optical sight in this division without violating the one optic rule, provided:
a. The magnifier does not contain an aiming reticule.
b. The magnifier cannot be used as an aiming device by itself.
c. The magnifier is mounted in the same location on the rifle for the entire event.
If the provisions above are satisfied:
d. The magnifier will not be considered a second/separate optic.
e. The competitor may start and use the magnifier in either the magnified or unmagnified mode without
further restriction.
 Any rifle carbine supporting devices to include but not limited to bipods and/or mono pods or a device that
deploy legs and or supports and elevates the muzzle end of the gun are not permitted. Forward grips that are
less than five inches long are acceptable.
Shotgun:
 Shotguns must be of a factory configuration.
 Conventional tubular magazine fed shotguns, only, allowed in this division.
 Barrel length may not be changed for the duration of the event.
 Internal modifications are allowed providing the modifications do not alter the original factory configuration of
the shotgun.
 No electronic or optical sights are allowed on shotguns in this division.
 No shotgun supporting devices (i.e. bipods, etc) are allowed in this division.
 No compensators or porting on barrels allowed in this division.
 No shotgun speed loaders are allowed in this division.
 No shotgun in tactical division may start a stage with more than 9 total in the shotgun.
 Shotguns must be 20 gauge or larger.
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1.6 Multigun Heavy Metal Division:
Pistol:
 Firearms must comply with the “Tactical Optic Division” handgun rules.
 .45 ACP Calibre or larger
 Magazines may be loaded with no more than 10 rounds.
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Firearms with custom or factory installed electronic sights, optical sights, extended sights, compensators or
barrel porting are NOT allowed in this division.
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Pistol Magazine failing the OAL inspection, after the competitor has completed one or more stages, results in the
shooter being bumped to HMO.
Rifle:
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Firearms must be of a factory configuration.
Internal modifications are allowed providing the modifications do not alter the original factory configuration of
the rifle.
Iron rifles may be equipped with no more than one (1) non-magnified optical sight.
Any rifle supporting devices to include but not limited to bipods and mono pods or a device that deploy legs
and or supports and elevates the muzzle end of the gun are not permitted. Forward grips that are less than five
inches long are acceptable.
Compensators are allowed in this division provided the compensator is not larger than 1 inch in diameter and 3
inches long, measured from the barrel muzzle to the end of the compensator.
Rifles must be a .308 Winchester (7.62x51 NATO) minimum.
Rifle magazines must not be loaded with more than twenty (20) rounds.
Competitors found using magazines loaded with more than 20 rounds, after the competitor has completed one
or more stages, results in the shooter being move to open.
Shotgun:
 12 gauge only.
 Conventional tubular magazine fed PUMP shotguns, only.
 Shotguns must be of a factory configuration.
 Barrel length may not be changed for the duration of the event.
 Internal modifications are allowed providing the modifications do not alter the original configuration of the
shotgun.
 No electronic or optical sights are allowed on shotguns in this division
 No compensators or porting on barrels allowed in this division.
 No shotgun speed loaders are allowed in this division
 No shotgun in this division may start a stage with more than 9 rounds total in the shotgun.
1.7 PNZ Multigun Rules (Different to the 3 Gun Nation Club Rules)
Pistol New Zealand uses the 3 Gun Nation Regional and Club rules to shoot PNZ Multigun.
The following are the local rule differences from the 3 Gun Nation Rules used for PNZ Multigun in New Zealand:
1.7.1
1.7.2
1.7.3
After a course of fire has finished and while clearing, all semi Auto shotguns and Rifles shall be cleared
and a COMPULSORY chamber flag inserted.
Pistol New Zealand Multigun will use only approved targets during all courses of fire. No other nonapproved targets shall be used in NZ Multigun. (See section 4 for details of approved targets).
PNZ Multigun will be scored time plus penalties only.
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1.7.4
1.7.5
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The use of a re-grounded firearm (abandoned) will incur a match DQ.
Members must be Holster Qualified to shoot PNZ Multigun.
Minimum Steel Target distances for PNZ Multigun
2.1 Minimum distances for any metal target for each firearm type:
Minimum Distance
Fault Line
— Handgun: 7 Meters
8 Meters
— Shotgun (bird & buckshot): 7 Meters
8 Meters
— Shotgun (slugs): 50 Meters
51 Meters (Move target further away if being damaged)
— Rifle:
50 Meters
51 Meters (Move target further away if being damaged)
Where possible, fault lines should be done with physical barriers. If Fault Lines are used to limit the approach to
metal targets, they must be placed in such a way that the competitor may inadvertently fault the line and
still be outside the minimum distance. Care should also be taken in respect of metal props in the line of fire.
2.2
All reactive steel targets must be placed as close to a berm, backstop or bullet-catcher as possible. This will
reduce the chance of a ricochet from the steel, leaving the range. Match organisers need to observe the
local range rules set down under the clubs Range Standing Orders for allowed target use.
Due to potential damage, it is recommend that all steel targets intended for rifle or shotgun slugs
shooting should be of an AR 500 type, Min 10mm thick steel and should be inspected regularly to asses
any damage. Clubs should assess the quality of steel plates they intend to use and upgrade if required.
Minimum distances should be extended if a clubs steel plates are being damaged.
2.3
Shotgun and rifle steel cored slugs or projectiles should not be used on steel targets due to damage.
3.
Approved Target Types used in PNZ Multigun
PNZ Multigun will only use PNZ range approved targets during all courses of fire. No other non-approved targets shall
be used.
The following targets have currently been approved for use on NZ Pistol Ranges and can be used in PNZ Multigun
matches. (Target placement and use need to comply with each clubs individual Range Standing Orders)
3.1 Pistol
(Any distances within a range RSO’s - Steel targets must be a minimum of 7 meters away from the shooter)
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IPSC Classic and Mini Classic
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IPSC Poppers (Forward falling)
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IPSC Metal falling plates
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IPSC Drop Turners and Bear Traps
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IPSC Swingers
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Clay Targets
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Speed Plates (Backward falling)
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NRA Style Falling plates
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Steel Challenge Plates
3.2 Rifle
(Steel must be no closer than 50 meters) (All plates should be of type AR500, 10mm steel for rifle)
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IPSC Metal falling plates (Min Distance 50 Meters-placed at a range berm)
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Reactive Moving targets indicating a hit (See picture)
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IPSC Classic and Mini Classic
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IPSC Poppers (Forward Falling)
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Speed Plates (Backward Falling)
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Clay Targets
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IPSC drop Turners and Bear Traps
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IPSC Swingers
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Steel Challenge Plates
Note: Steel not placed at a minimum distance of 50 meters, cannot be engaged by a rifle (Refer Section 2)
3.3 Pistol Carbine
(Any distances within a range RSO’s - Steel targets must be a minimum of 7 meters away from the shooter)
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IPSC Classic and Mini Classic
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IPSC Poppers (Forward falling)
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IPSC Metal falling plates
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Speed Plates (Backward Falling)
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IPSC Drop Turners and Bear Traps
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IPSC Swingers
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Clay Targets
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NRA Style Falling plates
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Steel Challenge Plates
3.4 Shotgun
(Any distance- except steel targets which are a minimum of 7 meters and 50 meters at a berm when using slugs)
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IPSC Classic and Mini Classic
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Clay Holders
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Clay flip style targets which flip the clay in the air (Refer to the clubs Range Standing Orders-some clubs do not
allow the use of these targets)
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NRA Style Falling plates (Shot only if the club allows it)
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Speed Plates (Backward Falling)
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Steel Challenge Plates (These should be of a type AR500 steel for shotgun slugs)
Note: Steel not placed at a minimum distance of 50 meters, cannot be engaged by a shotgun shooting slugs.
3.5 Cowboy Action Shotgun Steel plates should not be used as they are normally made of lighter steel plate.
The following are Pictures of Targets approved for PNZ Multigun:
Reactive Moving Target
IPSC Classic and Mini Targets
Forward Falling Poppers
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NRA Falling Plates
IPSC Metal Falling Plates
Bear Traps
IPSC Swingers
IPSC Drop Turner (showing Obsolete Target)
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Steel Challenge Plates
Clay Holder
Speed Plates
Clay Flipper (Some clubs)
Scoring PNZ Multigun
4.0 Scoring
4.1 Scoring per stage will be straight time plus penalties.
4.2 PNZ Multigun “IPSC” targets (either the Classic or Mini) must have either one (1) “A Zone” hit OR have (2) hits
anywhere inside the IPSC Classic or Mini Target to avoid penalty. (Shotgun buckshot must have at least 2
pellets).
4.3 Steel targets must either fall or clearly indicate a hit to score. A spotter may be required for targets at a distance
to clarify any hits on steel.
4.4 Clay Shotgun targets must have at least a hit by a pellet and the target broken or have a hole.
Examples of scoring IPSC Classic or Mini Target targets include:
 One (1) hit on the IPSC Classic or Mini Target “A Zone” ..................No Penalty
 Two (2) hits anywhere on the IPSC Classic or Mini Target................No Penalty
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4.5 Penalties
Penalties will apply as follows:
 One (1) hit on the target not in the “A Zone”.................................. 2.5 Second Penalty (Per target)
 No hits on paper but target was engaged........................................ 5 Second Penalty (Per miss)
 Each Target (of any sort) was not engaged.............10 Second Penalty (includes 5 second miss+ 5 second FTE)
 Target (of any sort) set beyond 40 yards (43.5 Meters) that was not engage....15 Second Penalty (includes 10
Second miss + 5 second FTE)
 Missed steel or clay (static or reactive).............................................5 Second Penalty (Per shot)
 Missed steel beyond 40 yards (static or reactive)............................10 Second Penalty (Per shot)
 No Shoot Penalty...............................................................................5 Second Penalty per hit
 The backside of the IPSC Classic or Mini Classic Target is white and can be used as a No Shoot.
Any round impacting the No Shoot...................................................5 second penalty per hit
 If a shot passes through a “Shoot” target and impacts a No Shoot, both targets will be scored. The shooter will
receive the credit for the hit and will also receive the penalty for the No Shoot.
4.6 Procedural penalties
 Additional 10 Seconds: Foot faults, a competitor who fires shots while any part of their body is touching the
ground or while stepping on an object beyond a Shooting Box or a Fault Line, or who gains support or stability
through contact with an object which is wholly beyond and not attached to a Shooting Box or Fault Line, will
receive one procedural penalty for each hit on target.
 Additional 10 Seconds: Shall be assessed for failing to follow stage procedures.
 Additional 10 Seconds: Before the Start Signal, no more than 9 rounds total loaded in the shotgun and the
competitor cannot have any ammunition in their hands.
 Additional 10 Seconds: A competitor cannot use a pistol or rifle abandonment barrel to support their, pistol, rifle
or shotgun at any time. Each round fired with dump barrel support will be scored as a 10 second procedural
penalty.
 Additional 10 Seconds: Shall be assessed for failure to start in the correct stage indicated start position.
SCORING CONCESSION for Heavy Metal ONLY: A competitor in this division shall only be required to score ONE hit
ANYWHERE on a paper target with the Rifle, Shotgun or Pistol to score the target
For purposes of 3GN Rules, “Engaged” means:
To be in a position where the muzzle is in line of sight to the target in question. Shooting in the general direction of
target, shooting over obstructions that targets are behind, or through see-through walls and/or barriers is not allowed.
5.
Abandonment of Firearms during a course of fire
5.1 Grounding Firearms
 During the course of fire, a competitor may be required to ground or abandon a firearm in order to transition to
another. A competitor may only have one firearm in their hand during a course of fire. More than one firearm
would be considered an unsafe action and result in a match DQ. (Refer also to rule 1.7.4)
 Designated containers/locations designed to safely accommodate grounded firearms shall be pointed out to the
competitor during the stage briefing.
 The containers should be designed so an abandoned firearm is pointing in a safe direction, away from the course
fire and toward the ground.
PNZ Multigun matches run under EITHER the ‘Loaded with safety engaged’ or ‘Empty Chamber and empty magazine
or shotgun feeding tube’ rule, when abandoning a firearm during a course of fire.
5.2 “Loaded with Safety Engaged”
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Pistols with a manual safety must have them fully engaged to satisfy the “loaded on safe” rule, regardless of
passive safeties.
Pistols without a manual safety must have passive safeties in operational condition; this will satisfy the safety
engaged requirement. Passive safety is a safety that engages automatically and disables the firearm from
discharging while the firearm is not being handled. “Safe Action” striker safeties or passive trigger safeties fall
under this ruling. “Operational” means: The safety operates correctly as intended. It must not be altered or
disabled in a way that while not being handled, the safety features can no longer prevent the firearm from
discharging.
If the pistol has no manual safety and the only manual lever is a de-cocking mechanism, it must be engaged and
the hammer must be de-cocked to satisfy the safety engaged condition
Re-holstering a hot pistol is allowed, however a course of fire will never require the competitor to re-holster a
hot pistol after the start signal.
Any Rifle or Shotgun with a manual safety must have it FULLY engaged to satisfy the loaded on safe rule.
5.3 “Empty Chamber and Empty Magazine or Shotgun Feeding Tube”
 Empty chamber means no live rounds in feed tube, on lifter, or magazine removed
 Spent round in the chamber, slide/bolt forward with no live rounds in the feed tube or magazine or magazine
removed.
Examples of acceptable container/location during a course of fire:
Acceptable Rifle or Shotgun container type
Acceptable Pistol container type
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6.
Power factor
The following power factors will be used for PNZ Multigun:
Pistol
All Pistols will have a minimum Power Factor of
125
Rifle
Minimum Power Factor
150
A maximum velocity of 3300 FPS will be used for rifle to help protect steel plates.
Rifle Carbine
All Pistol Carbines will have a minimum Power Factor of
125
Shotgun
Minimum Power factor of
480
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