Section 3 EO C406.02 – SCORE AIR RIFLE MARKSMANSHIP TARGETS

There are two official targets used for air rifle marksmanship activities: the CCM Air Rifle Grouping Target (CCT2000GRTD) and the CCM Competition Target (CCT2001AR853). There are various targets used in fun and timed air rifle marksmanship activities. These other targets are reproduced locally and can be found attached to the activity's applicable instructional guide.

The CCM Air Rifle Grouping Target is used during classification air rifle marksmanship activities. The target consists of two diagrams. Each diagram is a shaded black circle that is 3 cm in diameter. The diagram itself is provided on the target to give the marksman an aiming mark and thus any grouping fired at each diagram does not necessarily need to be contained on the black portion of the target.

Note. Created by Director Cadets 4, 2000, Ottawa, ON: Department of National Defence.

Figure 1  The CCM Air Rifle Grouping Target (CCT2000GRTD)

The CCM Competition Target, also called an application target, is the official target used in the CCM Marksmanship Championship Series. This target is used only with the cadet air rifle at a distance of 10 m (32.8 ft). The target contains 10 scoring diagrams and two sighting diagrams. Each scoring diagram consists of a 4.5-mm circle (the inner 3 cm of the scoring diagram is shaded black as an aiming mark) broken into 10 concentric scoring rings, scored from ten (the bull's eye) to one (the outer most ring). As there are 10 scoring diagrams, the highest possible score (HPS) is 100. The sighting diagrams, identical to the scoring diagrams and labelled A and B, are used by the firer to confirm zeroing the cadet air rifle during the competition relay.

Note. Created by Director Cadets 4, 2001, Ottawa, ON: Department of National Defence.

Figure 2  The CCM Competition Target (CCT2001AR853)

Non-Standard Targets

Non-standard targets are used during fun and timed air rifle marksmanship activities. Non-standard targets are designed to give cadets a break from firing on the two official targets and allow for the development of activities that provide a different style marksmanship experience. Some examples of non-standard targets include the turkey shoot target, beat the clock targets, balloon targets and chase the dot targets. Other non-standard targets may be developed for use during fun and timed air rifle marksmanship activities by the activity leader as required.

Examples of non-standard targets used during fun and timed air rifle marksmanship activities can be found as attachments to EO M406.01 (Participate in a Recreational Marksmanship Activity). These targets are reproduced locally.

For this TP it is recommended that the instructor explain and demonstrate each step required to complete the skill then monitor the cadets as they imitate each step. Note: Assistant instructors may be employed to monitor the cadets’ performance.

Provide each cadet with the Sample Grouping Target handouts located at Attachment A and an Air Rifle Grouping Template located at Attachment B.

Air Rifle Grouping Template. The Air Rifle Grouping Template is a series of grouping circles engraved or printed on transparent material. It is used to confirm the diameter of a grouping fired during familiarization or classification firing. The Air Rifle Grouping Template consists of a series of grouping circle outlines, with diameters from 1–6 cm inclusive. It is very important to correctly and consistently measure grouping targets with the grouping template.

Score the CCM Air Rifle Grouping Target using the following procedure:

1.Determine there are five shots in the grouping. Before scoring any grouping, the number of shots on the target is determined. If a cadet has not hit the target at least five times for each grouping the score will not count. It is difficult at times to determine when several pellet holes overlap. Observe the outline of the hole for the distinct outline of an arc of a clean pellet hole. This indicates the number of pellets that may have caused the larger hole. The skill level of cadets is also a good indication of how many shots are in a grouping. If a cadet is shooting a larger grouping size, the possibility for two pellets fired exactly through one hole is slim.

Each diagram on the Sample Grouping Target handout contains five shots.

2.Align the Air Rifle Grouping Template over the five-shot grouping so that all shots are within a scoring ring. Once the grouping has been confirmed as being made up of five shots, the Air Rifle Grouping Template is placed over the target. The Air Rifle Grouping Template should be aligned so that all the shots fit easily within a grouping circle without touching.

A grouping size of 4 cm will be large enough to serve as a starting point for each diagram on the Sample Grouping Target handout.

3.Determine if the grouping will fit within the next smallest ring without touching the scoring ring. Choose the next smallest grouping circle and determine if the group fits within it. The entire group must fit within the grouping circle without touching the inside edge.

4.Repeat as required until the grouping will not fit within the next smallest scoring ring without touching the scoring ring.

The correct grouping size for each diagram from the Sample Grouping Target handout is: • Target 1, Diagram A–3.5 cm, • Target 1, Diagram B–2.7 cm, • Target 2, Diagram A–1.8 cm, and • Target 2, Diagram B–2.5 cm.

5.Record the grouping size on the target. The grouping size recorded on the target is the corresponding grouping circle diameter.

6.Determine the classification category. Once two groupings have been scored on one grouping target, a determination is made as to the classification category obtained. There are four categories of marksmanship classification.

7.Each marksmanship classification category has a corresponding badge that may be worn on the uniform. The marksmanship classification does not expire and any improvement in the classification category during subsequent classification air rifle activities is reflected with the awarding of the higher category.

From the Sample Grouping Target handout, Target 1 does not meet the requirements for a marksmanship classification category. Target 2 meets the requirements for a First Class Marksman classification category.

Refer to Annex A of CATO 14-43, Marksmanship Program, for detailed instructions about the marksmanship classification program.

Score the CCM Competition Target using the following procedure:

1.Determine the score on each diagram. Determine the score for each diagram using one or more of the following methods:

2.Calculate penalties. When scoring a target there are two penalties the scorer can determine and calculate. If a penalty is imposed, the rule number and penalty amount is noted next to the applicable diagram. The following rules are excerpts from the Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Championship Series (CCMMCS).

3.Record the score on the target. Once the diagrams are given values and penalties are calculated, the score is totalled and recorded on the target. It is important to ensure the addition of values is accurate since during a competition protests may be filed due to inaccurate calculations.