{"id":176,"date":"2015-02-24T19:11:28","date_gmt":"2015-02-24T19:11:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/?page_id=176"},"modified":"2016-08-07T17:35:57","modified_gmt":"2016-08-07T17:35:57","slug":"what-is-field-target","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/?page_id=176","title":{"rendered":"What is Field Target?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Field Target is a highly competitive sport that is shot with high quality air rifles. \u00a0The sport is popular all across the World. \u00a0Here we will show you what we&#8217;ve learned as competitive shooters and hopefully steer you in the right direction if you are just getting started.    <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-7767201-11917692-1449778105000\" target=\"_top\"><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.lduhtrp.net\/image-7767201-11917692-1449778105000\" width=\"234\" height=\"60\" alt=\"\" border=\"0\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Here&#8217;s a great video about Field Target. \u00a0Take a look!<br \/>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QBqOyGwCWwk\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><br \/>\nFirst you might ask, what is a field target? \u00a0Well, it is usually a metal target with a faceplate shaped like an animal. \u00a0The target faceplate has a hole in it that the shooter must shoot through. \u00a0The pellet travels through that hole and strikes a paddle mechanism at the rear of the target causing the target to then fall flat. \u00a0Easy enough, right? \u00a0 Well, that all depends.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s an example of some typical field targets that one might see on a field target course.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Targets-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" size-medium wp-image-33 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Targets-1-300x209.jpg\" alt=\"Field Targets 1\" width=\"300\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Targets-1-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Targets-1-200x140.jpg 200w, https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Targets-1.jpg 373w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Gamo Field Targets are very economical at around $25 each. \u00a0<strong>Click on the image below to learn more about these targets or buy your very own!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pyramydair.com\/s\/a\/Gamo_Squirrel_Field_Target_w_4_Kill-Zone_Reducers\/464\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" id=\"productimagelink\" class=\" aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.pyramydair.com\/images\/acc\/GA-621220854_lg-t.jpg\" alt=\"Gamo Squirrel Field Target w\/4 Kill-Zone Reducers\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In field target, we typically shoot foremost from the seated position. \u00a0We find it to be the most stable and comfortable position. \u00a0 We do shoot some forced position shots from the offhand and kneeling positions as well. \u00a0Those lanes are designated by the match director before the match starts as such.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Here&#8217;s a typical field target seated position.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Target-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\" size-medium wp-image-6 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Target-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Field Target 1\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Target-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/Field-Target-1.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Now, here&#8217;s the fun part! \u00a0What type of air rifles do we use. \u00a0Well, it depends. \u00a0In the USA we have basically two types of rifles and several divisions available for shooters to choose from. \u00a0The first and most common type of rifle is a PCP (pre-charged pneumatic). \u00a0This type of rifle is typically charged from a scuba tank to about 3000 psi and can shoot many shots before a refill.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s what Air Arms FTP 900 Field Target PCP air rifle looks like. \u00a0<strong>Click on the image to learn more about this awesome rifle.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pyramydair.com\/s\/m\/Air_Arms_FTP_900_Field_Target_PCP_Air_Rifle\/3258\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" id=\"productimagelink\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.pyramydair.com\/images\/PY-3258_lg.jpg\" alt=\"Air Arms FTP 900 Field Target PCP Air Rifle\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is my Steyr LG110 field target rifle. \u00a0It is a PCP rifle, set up for World Field Target rules.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/IMG_0908.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-28 size-medium\" src=\"http:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/IMG_0908-e1424810264265-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_0908\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/IMG_0908-e1424810264265-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/IMG_0908-e1424810264265-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/usfieldtarget.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/IMG_0908-e1424810264265.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The next type of rifle is a spring piston rifle. \u00a0These utilize the power obtained from a strong internal spring that is cocked back storing energy until you release the trigger causing the gun to fire. \u00a0 You can read more about the divisions that are available in the USA at our national governing web site http:\/\/www.aafta.org.<\/p>\n<p>When I started out, I used an Air Arms TX200 in the Spring Piston Division. \u00a0Those are still very high quality spring piston airguns and are a load of fun to use for field target. \u00a0 As a matter of fact, many regional and national championships have been won with an Air Arms TX200.<\/p>\n<p>This is what an Air Arms TX200 Spring Piston rifle looks like. \u00a0<strong>Click on the image below to learn more about this airgun or to buy one of your very own!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pyramydair.com\/s\/m\/Air_Arms_TX200_MkIII_air_rifle\/174\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" id=\"productimagelink\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.pyramydair.com\/images\/Air-Arms-TX200-MKiii-Air-Rifle-Walnut_AA-TX7HRW_lg.jpg\" alt=\"Air Arms TX200 MkIII air rifle\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Want to see this TX200 in action? \u00a0 Check out this awesome video from our friends at Team Wild TV with a great review of the Air Arms TX200.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hGPENi12noI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>What about a scope for that new rifle? \u00a0Well, that is an subject in and of itself that can take a lot of time to discuss. \u00a0But, basically, you have a lot of options these days. \u00a0There are many great brands out there to choose from. \u00a0For airgun field target you will likely need a scope with an adjustable objective. \u00a0That allows you to focus on the target and precisely determine the range from your gun to the target. \u00a0Then you can input the appropriate number of clicks based on a predesignated ballistic chart. \u00a0(Again, another subject in and of itself that we will discuss in another article)<\/p>\n<p>A very successful airgun scope is the Bushnell Elite 8-32x. \u00a0<strong>Click on the image below to learn more about this scope and buy one of your very own!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pyramydair.com\/s\/a\/Bushnell_Elite_8-32x40_AO_Rifle_Scope_Multi-X_Reticle_1_4_MOA_1_Tube_2_Sunshade\/4901\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" id=\"productimagelink\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.pyramydair.com\/images\/acc\/Bushnell-8-32x40-Elite-Mult-X-Reticle_BU-E8320.jpg\" alt=\"Bushnell Elite 8-32x40 AO Rifle Scope, Multi-X Reticle, 1\/4 MOA, 1&quot; Tube, 2&quot; Sunshade\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Another great scope for your spring piston field target airgun is the Bushnell Elite 6-24. <strong>\u00a0Learn more about it by clicking on the image below or buy your own here!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pyramydair.com\/s\/a\/Bushnell_Elite_6-24x40_AO_Rifle_Scope_Multi-X_Reticle_1_8_MOA_1_Tube_2_Sunshade\/4900\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" id=\"productimagelink\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/cdn.pyramydair.com\/images\/acc\/Bushnell-6-24x40-AO-Elite-Mult-X-Ret_BU-E6240.jpg\" alt=\"Bushnell Elite 6-24x40 AO Rifle Scope, Multi-X Reticle, 1\/8 MOA, 1&quot; Tube, 2&quot; Sunshade\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I know this has been a very brief overview of field target, so please do more research if you are new to the sport. \u00a0It is a fantastic way to enjoy the sport of shooting. \u00a0It is also a great sport for family and friends of all ages. \u00a0 Best of luck if you are just getting started. \u00a0Of course, do not hesitate to email anytime if I can be of assistance to you!<\/p>\n<p>Harold Rushton<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Field Target is a highly competitive sport that is shot with high quality 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