Tack Driver Australia – Inaugural Precision Shooting Event

Welcome precision shooters! Tack Driver Australia is Australia’s first-ever 300 metres Group Score Fly targets in a single benchrest competition, bringing a unique and exciting format that has been a sell-out success in the USA to our shores.

Event Details

• Dates: Saturday 18 July – Sunday 19 July 2026
• Practice Day: Friday 17 July from Midday
• Location: Colo Benchrest Club
• Entry Fee: $85 per day
• Distance: 300 metres
• Targets: Group, Score, Fly (alternating)
• Maximum Competitors: 75

Who Should Compete

• All precision shooters welcome – If you have a suitable rifle, come and compete.
• Benchrest shooters, F-Class shooters, and Fly shooters are all encouraged to participate.

Course of Fire

• Day 1 (Saturday): Warmer target at 9:00am, followed by 6 targets alternating Group, Score, Fly, Group, Score, Fly.
• Day 2 (Sunday): 6 targets alternating Fly, Group, Score, Fly, Group, Score starting at 9:00am.
• Each target detail is 20 minutes apart with 3 details per target.

Shooting Rules

• All shooting will be from a bench – no shooting from the ground.
• No moving backers: scorer will determine shot count and their decision is final.
• No coaching allowed during shooting.
• Competitors must use the same gun and caliber throughout the event.

Equipment Rules

• Rifles up to 8mm or subject to range limitations.
• No rail guns.
• No weight limit.
• One-piece rests are not permitted; bipod, rest and bag combinations are allowed.
• No electronic devices on the bench except timer.

Camping & Accommodation

• Camping is available on the range.
• Facilities include toilets, showers, kitchen access, and BBQ.
• Power is available in the shed and reloading room but not at the campsites.
• Limited accommodation is available nearby.

Food & Catering

• Food will be available for purchase on competition days for lunch and breakfast.
• A free BBQ will be supplied on Saturday night.

Registration

• Register via the Benchrest Australia events page at benchrestaustralia.com.au.
• Entry closes Friday 27 June 2026 (3 weeks before the event).
• No Eftpos Available please bring cash

Additional Information

• This event is presented by Benchrest Australia.
• The event features trophies and patches for the top 20 competitors.
• The event is a historic first for Australia, bringing a proven USA sell-out format.

Don’t Miss Out!

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