Key Points for the Black Powder Target Rifle Nationals
Black Powder only!
The minimum bullet-velocity requirements for NRA Whittington Center are listed below. These requirements are for safety reasons ONLY. The figures below are also for the Creedmoor matches ONLY.
Cal
Min Bullet Wt.
Min Bullet Vel.
.38 Cal
408 (375)
1300 (1375)
.40 Cal
408
1280
.44 Cal
450
1240
.45 Cal
510
1200
.50 Cal
600
1200
(There may be a 2% variance on bullet weight or velocity; also, please note the changes in .38 Cal. as velocity allowances will be given within the above stated minimums.)
Programs will be available at the championship, and the preferred method for entering is via the online entry system. If you need paper copies, please email silhouette@nrahq.org.
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