3. EQUIPMENT AND AMMUNITION
This section defines authorized equipment. Where alternative types of
equipment are shown, the least restrictive conditions apply unless the tourna-
ment program sets forth limitations.
3.1 Service Rifle-U.S. Rifle, Caliber.30 MI or caliber 7.62 nim Ml, as
issuedby the U.S. ArmedForces, orthe sametype and caliber ofcommercially
manufactured rifle, having not less than 4 1/2 pound trigger pull, with standard
type stock and standard type leather or web sling. External alterations to the
assembled arm will not be allowed. The application of synthetic coatings,
which includes those containing powdered metal, to the interior of the stock to
improve bedding is authorized provided the coating does not interfere with the
function or operation of safety features. The front and rear sights must be
United States Army design, but may vary in dimensions of rear sight aperture
and front sight blade. The internal parts of the rifle may be specially fitted and
include alterations that will improve the functioning and accuracy of the arm,
provided such alterations in no way interfere with the proper functioning ofthe
safety devices as manufactured. (A device consisting of a modified cartridge
clip that is intended to permit single loading from the clip into the chamber
during slow fire is considered an internal alteration to improve functioning and
is permissible under this rule.)

3.1.1 Service Rifle-U.S. Rifle, Caliber 7.62 min M 14 as issued by the U.S.
Armed Forces or the same type and caliber of commercially manufactured
rifle, having not less than a 4 1/2 pound trigger pull, with standard type stock
of wood or synthetic material. Must be no more than 2 inches wide at a point
immediately to the rear of the front band, no more than 2.5 inches wide at the
front and rear of the receiver, and have a continuous taper from receiver to front
band. Width at receiver may be carried through to the butt plate, which may be
the flat M-1 or hinged M-14 plate and standard leather or web sling. The rifle
must be so adjusted as to be incapable of automatic fire without removing the
stock and changing parts. In all courses and in all positions the 20-round box 
magazine or a reduced capacity magazine of the same external dimensions will
be allowed. The hinged butt plate will be used only in the folded position. The
gas system must be fully operational. External alterations to the assembled arm
will not be allowed. The application of synthetic coatings, which includes
those containing powdered metal, to the interior of the stock to improve
bedding is authorized provided the coating does not interfere with the function
or operation of safety features. The front and rear sights must be of United
States Army design, but may vary in dimensions of rear sight aperture and front
sight blade. The internal parts of the rifle may be specially fitted and include
alterations that will improve the functioning and accuracy of the arm, provided
such alterations in no way interfere with the proper functioning of the safety
devices as manufactured. For stock dimension see diagram.

KEY
Stock Dimensions for M-14/M-1-A.

Assembled Rifle Height from bench (baseline)-All measurements are 
maximum allowable except "E"
A -Depth immediately behind stock ferrule - 3 1/4"
B -Depth at front end of trigger housing bedding pads - 4"
C -Depth at front toe of pistol grip - 6 1/8"
D -Depth at toe of stock - 8"
E -From rear of magazine (inserted and locked), across top of magazine
release to toe of pistol grip - not less than 6 1/4"
F -Width at front end of trigger housing bedding pads - 2 1/2"
G -Total length from tip of suppressor to butt plate - 45"
StockAlone
H -Width immediately behind stock ferrule - 2''
I -Width at rear ofstock- 2 1/2''
J -Depth immediately behind front stock ferrule - 1 3/4''
K -Depth where tips of trigger housing bedding pads will rest - 2''
L -Depth from toe of pistol grip to comb of stock - 4 1/2''
M -Depth at buttplate - 5 1/2"
N -Total length from stock ferrule - 33 1/2" with butt plate (minimum 32 1/2")

3.1.2 Service Rifle-U.S. Rifle, Caliber 5.56 min M16 series as issued by
the U.S. Armed Forces, or the same type and caliber of commercially procured
rifle, without bipod or grenade launcher, having not less than a 41/2 pound
trigger pull, with standard-type stock, pistol grip, handguard, and leather or
web sling. The rifle must be so modified as to be incapable of automatic fire
without removing, replacing, or altering parts. In all courses of fire and in all
positions the standard 20-round or 30-round box magazine or a reduced
capacity magazine of the same external dimensions will be attached. The gas
system must be fully operational. External alterations to the barrel, upper and
lower receivers, stock, handguard, or pistol grip will not be allowed, except
that a device may be attached to prevent selector lever movement to the auto
position. The front and rear sights must be the standard design. The rear sight
aperture and front sight width may vary in dimensions to suit the shooter. The
rear sight aperture may be hooded. Versions or adaptations of the M-16 type rifle
consisting of external modifications or alterations, will be shot as an NRA
Match Rifle, except as allowed in Rule 3.1.3. The trigger weight of these
versions or adaptations will not be less than 4 1/2 pounds, except as noted in
Rule 3.3. 1. A case deflector (DVC-T-30 or commercial equivalent) is allowed.

3.1.3 Service Rifle- Any rifle or modified rifle not covered by NRA Rules 
3.1, 3.1.1, or 3.1.2, but permitted by CMP rules are considered service rifles 
in NRA sanctioned competition.

3.1.4 Foreign Service Rifle - Any center fire, self-loading rifle, as issued
for general service by the armed forces of any nation (except rifles described
in NRA Rules 3.1, 3.1.1, 3.1.2 and 3.1.3), or the same type and caliber of
commercially manufactured rifle, having not less than a 4 1/2 pound trigger
pull, with standard type stock and standard leather or web sling. In all courses
and in all positions the standard 20-round or 30-round box magazine will be
attached. A hinged butt plate, if installed, will be used only in the folded
position. The gas system, if any, must be fully operational. External alterations
to the stock will not be allowed. The application of synthetic coatings, which
includes those containing powdered metal, to the interior of the stock to
improve bedding is authorized provided the coating does not interfere with the
original design, but may vary in dimensions of rear sight aperture and front
sight blade. The internal parts of the rifle may be specially fitted and include
alterations which will improve the functioning and accuracy of the arm,
provided such alterations in no way interfere with the proper functioning of the
safety devices as manufactured. Such rifles will be fired in the NRA Match
Rifle Division.

3.1.5 As Issued M-1 Garand-U.S. Rifle, Caliber.30 M-1 (.30-06), as
issued by the U.S. Armed Forces or the same type and caliber of commercially
manufactured rifle, having not less than a 4 1/2 pound trigger, pull, with
standard stock and leather or web sling. Rifles in the ''as issued'' class must
conform to the weight and dimensions ofthe standard CMP issue M-l Garand,
and only U.S. Government issue parts, or commercial parts of the exact same
material, weight and dimensions, may be used. Rifles may he accurized only
to the extent possible by the careful assembly of standard parts. No other- ''
modification or alteration of the ''as issued'' rifle is permitted. Match officials
are encouraged to disallow participation in the As Issued M-1 Garand Class of
any rifle not complying with the spirit of the rules, which is competition
between competitors firing equal equipment. Only.30-06 ammunition will be'
used. Competition in the ''as issued'' class is limited to Unclassified, Marks-
man and Sharpshooter classifications. (Match sponsors are encouraged to
obtain standard service issue .30 caliber ammunition from the CMP for issue
to competitors immediately prior to the event).

3.2 Any Rifle-A rifle with no restrictions on sights or accessories, except
that it must be safe to competitors and range personnel. Ammunition will be
restricted to no larger than .35 caliber. (Attention is directed to safety fan
limitations of various ranges. Individual ranges may further restrict ammuni-
tion). The provisions of Rule 3.16.1 apply to this definition.

3.3 NRA Match Rifle-A center fire rifle with metallic sights and a
magazine capable of holding not less than 5 rounds.

(a) See Rule 3.14, Palm Rest.

(b) A service rifle may be used as a match rifle unless otherwise stated in the program. 
Any service rifle used as an NRA Match Rifle shall conform to Rules 3.1, 3. 1. 1, 
or 3.1.2 as applies to trigger pull.

(c) A service rifle (Rule 3.1.1 and 3.1.2) whose only modification is to its
sights may be used as an NRA Match Rifle. This rifle may use the 20
round box magazine but must comply to Rule 3.1.1 or 3.1.2 trigger
pull requirement.

3.3.1 Semi-Automatic Match Rifle-

(a) A Semi-Automatic rifle that does not meet Rules 3.3(b) or (c) maybe
used as an NRA Match Rifle and must comply with Rule 3.14 (Palm
Rest). If the trigger used on this rifle is of the design of the trigger for
rifles under 3.1, 3.1.1, and 3.1.2, Rule 3.3(b) will apply. M-16 or
commercially equivalent rifles, configured or customized as NRA
Match Rifles are exempt from the 4 1/2 pound trigger weight
requirement.

(b) Any semi-automatic rifle that has an original factory design receiver/
frame in excess of 3 1/4 inches below the center line of the bore may
be used as an NRA Match Rifle (Rule 3.3).

3.3.2 NRA Match Rifle--Other Nations-A center fire rifle with metallic
sights. This rifle must meet the requirements to be a legal Palma rifle in the
participant's home country, and may only be used by someone who is a foreign
national, and can provide evidence thereof. It may be used in all matches where
a rifle under Rule 3.3 would be legal. (It would be wise for a foreign competitor
to have a copy of his own country's rifle rule, or letter of certification from his
National Association with him when competing under this rule.)

3.3.3 U.S. Palma Rifle-A rifle with metallic sights chambered for the
unmodified .308 7.62mm NATO cartridge. Rifles which also meet Rules 3.111
or 3.1.1 are authorized (.308 only).

Advisory: For competing in other countries, weight restrictions may equal
6.0 to 65 Kilos and require trigger weights up to 1.5 Kilo.

3.3.4 NRA Any Sight Match Rifle- Same as NRA Match Rifle Rule 3.3 
except there is no restriction as to sights. The following restrictions will apply:
(a) No scores fired under Rule 3.3.4 will be reported to NRA, used for
classifications or National Records.
(b) No person firing an any sight rifle under Rule 3.3.4 will be allowed
to compete with any other group of shooters who are also firing. A
competitor using any sight rifle under Rule 3.3.4 will only be eligible
for awards in their own division.
(c) Competitors firing an any sights rifle under Rule 3.3.4 will only fire
in an unclassified match. An unclassified match is a match where no
classification is used and competitors are ranked according to scores.
Unclassified matches may be held as a separate division of a Classi-
fied Match.

3.4 Sporting Rifle-A center fire rifle of any caliber, not equipped with
palm rest or Schuetzen type buttplate, weighing not over 9.5 pounds excluding
sling and including sights.

3.5 Automatic Rifle-No rifle is permitted unless it is incapable of
automatic fire without the replacement or alteration of parts.

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3.7 Sights

(a) Metallic-

(1) Non-corrective:
Any sighting system constructed of metal or equivalent which
provides a method of aiming by aligning 2 separate but visible
sights or reference points, mounted on the rifle, including tube
sights and non-magnifying filters.
(2) Corrective:
(Front Sight)-A single lens may be used in conjunction with the front sight.
(Rear Sight)-Any sighting system constructed of Metal or equivalent 
which provides a method of aiming or aligning two (2) separate
but visible sights or reference points, mounted on the rifle including
tube sights and non magnifying filters except that a lens or system of
lenses, not containing an aiming reference or reticle at the focal plane
or any side lens or system of lenses may be included in such system.
A Corrective lens may be placed inside the rear sight hood on service
rifles conforming to Rules 3.1, 3. 1.1 and 3.1.2. No part of the lens or
method ofinstalling the lens may protrude outside the rear sighthood.
(This rule applies only to NRA sanctioned matches and is not allowed
in CMP competition).

A lens may be used in the front sight or the rear sight but not both at the same
time.

(b) Telescopic-
Any sighting system which includes a lens or system of lenses and an
aiming reference or reticle at the focal plane of a lens or system of
lenses.

(c) Any-
Any sight without restriction as to material or construction.
Any sighting device programmed to activate the firing mechanism is
prohibited.

3.8 Spotting Scope-The use of a telescope to spot shots is permitted. It
may be positioned forward of the shooter's forward shoulder.

3.9 Shooting Kits-The shooting kit may not be placed forward of the
shooter's forward shoulder on the firing line. The shooting kit or stool may not
be of such size and construction as to interfere with shooters on adjacent firing
points or to constitute a wind break. (Use of a rifle rest forward of the forward
shoulder is prohibited except in the prone position for resting the rifle between
shots. See Rule 6. I.)

3.10 Ground Cloth or Ground Pad-Ground cloths or ground pads may
be used provided it is not constructed or used in a manner to provide artificial
rest or support.
3.11 Gloves-Gloves may be worn which do not form an artificial support.

3.12 Padding-Shoulder pads, sling pads and elbow pads may be wom
provided they are constructed so as not to provide artificial support.

3.12.1 Shooting Pants-Trousers made of cotton, cotton twill, khaki or
similar weight material which may have non-slip- patches added to the knees and
buttocks are permitted. Trousers made of any heavier material (example: leather
or canvas) are considered to provide artificial support and are prohibited.

3.13 Slings-A sling may be a strap or straps made of leather, webbing, or
synthetic material, and hooks, buckles, and keepers as necessary for attach-
ment to the rifle and adjustment to the shooter. Unless otherwise specified in
match conditions or position descriptions (Rule 5.12), the sling may be used
in connection with one arm to steady the rifle. A button, hook or strap may be
placed on the sleeve of the shooting coat to support the sling loop that is placed
on the upper arm.
    (a) - The sling need not be attached to the buttstock sling swivel in the
            prone, sitting or kneeling positions. (See Rule: 5.12 for standing
            requirements)
    (b)  Service Rifle Slings - On service rifle slings metallic wraps
          and other type reinforcements to the sling keepers are not authorized.
          Standard issue type leather or web slings may be no wider than 1.250" and no thicker than .190". 
          Leather slings may have no more than two keep5rs no wider than .860" each. 
          Keeper ends may be joined by metallic devices. The overlap at the joining area may 
          be no more than 1.10" and must be on the flat, i.e., may not go around the curved edge 
          of the keeper. Placement of cartridge cases, spindles, and so forth, to tighten or lock 
          the sling are not authorized. A button, hook or strap may not be used on the sleeve of the 
          shooting coat to support the sling loop that is placed on the upper arm.

3.14 Palm Rest-Any attachment or extension or stock design which aids
the normal hand grip and/or support of the rifle by the forward hand that
extends to a depth of more than 3 1/4 inches below the centerline of the bore
is a palm rest. A palm rest may be used only in the standing position in ''Any
Rifle'' matches. The standard box magazines of Service Rifles are not consid-
3.14.1 Kneeling Roll-A Cylindrical cushion for shooting in the kneeling
position; maximum dimensions will be 9.84 inches long (25 cm) and 7.08
inches in diameter (I 8 cm), and made of soft and flexible material-
3.15 Schuetzen Type Buttplate-A butt or buttplate having a curved rear
surface in which the depth of the curve exceeds 1/2 inch when measured from
a straight line drawn from the top to the bottom of the buttplate; or any buttplate
having a hook or stud engaging in a hole or receptacle in the shoulder of the
shooting coat or shirt; or any buttplate having a knob or prong extending
rearward more than 1/2 inch from the heel or toe of the butt. May be used only
in those matches where it is specifically permitted by the program.
3.16 Release Triggers-Triggers which function on release are prohibited.
3.16.1 Compensators and Muzzle Brakes-The use of compensators or
muzzle brakes is prohibited. An extension tube that has been installed on the
muzzle of a rifle to extend the sight radius shall not be considered a ''muzzle
brake''. The extension tube must have an interior diameter of .5 inches or
greater and may have 1/4'' x 1 " slots cut at 12 and 6 o'clock to remove cleaning
patches. Threaded holes along the top of this tube for the installation of sight
bases will be allowed.
3.17 Ammunition-No bullet diameter larger than.30 inch (7.62nim) will
be used for NRA High Power Rifle competition except for rifles used under
Rule 3.2.
    (a) Service-Ammunition manufactured for or by the Government and
    issued for use in service arms. The use of armor piercing ammunition
    may be prohibited by local range or match regulations. Use of tracer
    or incendiary ammunition is prohibited.
    
   (b) Any - Ammunition of any description that may be fired without danger 
        to competitors or range personnel. Tracer or incendiary ammunition is prohibited. 
        The use of armor piercing or any other type ammunition may be prohibited by 
        local range or match regulations. Any ammunition that repeatedly blows primers 
        or splits cases will be ruled defective or unsafe, and will be removed from the firing line.

3.18 General-All devices or equipment which may facilitate shooting and
which are not mentioned in these rules, or which are contrary to the spirit of
these rules and regulations, are forbidden. The Match Director, Official
Referee, Jury Chairman or Supervisor shall have the right to examine a
shooter's equipment or apparel. The responsibility shall be upon the competitor
to submit questionable equipment and apparel for official inspection and
approval in sufficient time prior to the beginning of a match so that it will not
inconvenience either the competitor or the official.
3.19 Eye Protection-All competitors and other personnel in the immediate
vicinity of the range complex are urged to wear eye protection devices.

3.19 Eye Protection* - All competitors and other personnel in the immediate vicinity of the range complex are urged to wear eye protection devices.

3.20 Ear Protection* - All competitors and other personnel in the immediate vicinity of the range complex are urged to wear hearing protection devices. Only sound reducing devices may be worn by competitors forward of the ready line. Radios, tape recorders, or any type of sound producing or communication system are prohibited forward of the ready line.

3.21 Open Bolt Indicator- An Open Bolt Indicator is required
in all NRA High Power Rifle competition to indicate the bolt is
open. This Open Bolt Indicator, stock number CT17500, is
recommended. A substitute indicator may be used as long as it
keeps the bolt open and has a yellow flag extending from the
receiver of the rifle. The substitute flag must be of the same general
size and shape as the official NRA Open Bolt Indicator flag.

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* Match sponsors (and/or ranges) may require eye and ear protection.