4 Different Ways to Use Your AR at the Range

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Frequent range days are crucial for keeping your skills sharp and progressing as a gun owner. Instead of shooting your M4A1 Block 2 edition from the same standing position as usual, consider mixing it up with a long-range shot from a bench or shooting from behind a barricade. By incorporating these training scenarios into your routine, you’ll become a better, more well-rounded shooter.


Long-Range Shooting

Have you tried hitting a target at 100 yards? While it might work best with a longer AR platform like an MK12 rifle, with enough skill, it’s possible with any rifle-caliber AR platform. It helps to have the right setup and accessories. A table with a bench rest is ideal for beginners because it provides a steady, stable platform to fire from, taking away a few variables that could easily cause you to miss at range. An upgraded optic is also essential. Even if you aren’t the most accurate from long range, this will give you a new challenge and goal to work toward.

Prone Shooting

Similarly, you might want to try a prone position, especially if you’re trying to hit a long-range target. Bring a blanket and attach a bipod to your rifle for best results. It may not be nearly as comfortable as sitting at a bench, but it’s a unique shooting style that might come in handy one day, especially if you plan to enter a shooting competition.


With a Sling

If you’ve never attached a sling to your rifle, you might be surprised at how much it can impact your shooting experience. It offers a few different practical benefits. You can tighten it to help steady your gun, switch to your off-hand, or even use the sling to drop your rifle safely and quickly transition to a sidearm.

 Shooting From Behind Barricades

Barricades will force you into weird positions you might not have shot from before. You will have to bend and twist to get the right angle to hit your target, forcing you to use good fundamentals even when you can’t quite stand properly. It’s a great way to put your skills to the test, especially when doing a timed tactical drill with your premium M4 carbine for range shooting. If barricades or other obstacles are available, consider shooting from behind them once per session to build new cover-fire skills.


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