Req 2bj — Scored Grouping Exercise
2bj.
Adjust sights to center the group on the target and fire five groups (five shots per group). In the event that your instructor determines it is not practical to adjust the sights—for instance, on a borrowed air rifle—you may explain (rather than doing) how to adjust the sights, and then fire five groups (five shots per group) in which all shots can be touched by a quarter. According to the target used, each shot in the group must meet the following minimum score: BB rifle at 15 feet (or 5 meters) using TQ-5 targets: 8; Pellet rifle at 25 feet using TQ-5 targets: 8; Pellet rifle at 33 feet (or 10 meters) using AR-1 targets: 6. Note: Other suitable NRA targets may be used based on availability.
This is the final shooting performance exercise for Option B. Fire five groups of five shots each. Each shot must score at or above the minimum for your target and distance.
Minimum Score Requirements
| Setup | Target | Minimum Score per Shot |
|---|---|---|
| BB rifle at 15 ft (5m) | TQ-5 | 8 |
| Pellet rifle at 25 ft | TQ-5 | 8 |
| Pellet rifle at 33 ft (10m) | AR-1 | 6 |
Your instructor will specify which setup you are using. If you are unsure of the scoring rings on your target, ask before beginning.
Sight Adjustment
If your air rifle’s sights can be adjusted, your instructor will have you center your group from Req 2bi before beginning this exercise. Adjustment principles for air rifle sights are the same as for cartridge rifle sights:
- Move the rear sight in the direction you want the group to move.
- Aperture sights have calibrated adjustment turrets for elevation and windage—each click moves the point of impact by a known amount.
If adjustment is not practical (borrowed rifle, fixed sights), explain the process to your counselor and then fire the five groups with the quarter standard replacing the score requirement.
Execution Tips
- At 33 feet with a pellet rifle, small sight errors are magnified compared to the 15-foot BB distance. Focus especially on consistent cheekweld and front sight focus.
- Manage between-group fatigue: set the rifle down, relax your arms and shoulders, breathe normally, then pick it back up with the same relaxed grip.
- Call every shot. If you know a shot went wide before you see the target, note it. Identifying your own errors is the fastest route to improvement.