I am planning to shoot my AIAX 308 in F Class tactical next summer. I’m looking for opinions on a bi-pod and barrel upgrade? (Currently have an Atlas bi-pod, and stock 20” suppressed AI barrel (for PRS). Anyone shooting F Class?
F Class (tactical)... set up?
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I do, but we don't have a "tactical" class. We have F-Open and F-TR (Target Rifle).
Any bipod and barrel will work until you figure out if you're in it for more than a match. Check out the other TR shooter's bipods. It ranges from Harris to something like a Joypod.
FYI, there is an F-Class section a bit further down in the forum.
Any bipod and barrel will work until you figure out if you're in it for more than a match. Check out the other TR shooter's bipods. It ranges from Harris to something like a Joypod.
FYI, there is an F-Class section a bit further down in the forum.
You can get by with the Atlas to start, but will have improved stability with something like the Phoenix Precision F-Class Bipod if its something you decide to stick with.
Twitchy... thanks for your note and guidance... I tried searching on F Class but the engine threw back the “F”... let me hunt for the forum sub section - thanks!
Yeah...the AI is no lightweight and it’s going to be tough to stay at the 18lb limit and be competitive with guys pushing 308s with a 30” tube. If it’s just for fun and the experience, I would run your current setup and then invest in a custom f-tr setup if you want to continue to grow in it.
Its bottom of the Tactical Competitions section:
Most F-class matches will allow you to "run what you brung" even if they don't put you in any classification or send scores to the NRA. Consider it practice and a learning tool.
Some matches may be firm about the muzzle brake rule, more about the impact to the competitor who's three feet next to you.
DRAFT RULE PROPOSAL F/TA
NRA Mid-Range & Long Range (Prone) F-Tactical (F/TA) PROVISIONAL
Also see AR-Tactical if you're not familiar with the new classes
suppressors, muzzle brakes, standard harris/atlas bipod and rear bag (no bunny ears), standard magazine not a sled.
basically take your PRS gun as is and shoot f class
NRA Mid-Range & Long Range (Prone) F-Tactical (F/TA) PROVISIONAL
Also see AR-Tactical if you're not familiar with the new classes
suppressors, muzzle brakes, standard harris/atlas bipod and rear bag (no bunny ears), standard magazine not a sled.
basically take your PRS gun as is and shoot f class
As long as your PRS gun is an AR platform.
Page 74, rule 3.3.3 (h) No brakes or suppressors either.
I would just shoot it until you desire to dedicate to f-class. The 185 Juggernaut is a very forgiving and accurate bullet
You will have a hard time making weight with the AI running a competitive setup.
When you are ready you will want a 30"ish Heavy Palma or Heavy Varmint barrel depending what you can make weight with. Chambered for the 200gr Berger hybrid or 200.20x (.170ish freebore)
Cerus FTR or McMillan XIT stock
I highly recommend a Borden BRM for your action
Jewell or Bix n Andy trigger
You will have a hard time making weight with the AI running a competitive setup.
When you are ready you will want a 30"ish Heavy Palma or Heavy Varmint barrel depending what you can make weight with. Chambered for the 200gr Berger hybrid or 200.20x (.170ish freebore)
Cerus FTR or McMillan XIT stock
I highly recommend a Borden BRM for your action
Jewell or Bix n Andy trigger
That would be cool if they open it up to tactical F-class rifles and get more participation.
Here we have a tactical class. It is for 223 and 308 with a bipod and rear bag. You will more than likely not be shooting against guys running tricked out rifles with 30” barrels in your class. You see those guys in open class shooting the 6.5’s and 6mm rifles. You will have to drop the muzzle break. They are very strict about that rule here. I would guess you will see the same at other matches across the country.
Here is my take on this. I shot a grand total of one F class match. I showed up with a pretty basic 308 with a Harris bipod and a sock full of rice for a rear bag. I shot pretty well but laying in the 100 degree sun and shooting a 20 shot string three times just wasn’t for me. After shooting PRS I think you may not find F Class all that much fun. I guess my point is you should probably shoot a match before you start dropping money on gear. You very well may find that it isn’t for you and you don’t want to have a whole bunch of money invested if it isn’t.
Here is my take on this. I shot a grand total of one F class match. I showed up with a pretty basic 308 with a Harris bipod and a sock full of rice for a rear bag. I shot pretty well but laying in the 100 degree sun and shooting a 20 shot string three times just wasn’t for me. After shooting PRS I think you may not find F Class all that much fun. I guess my point is you should probably shoot a match before you start dropping money on gear. You very well may find that it isn’t for you and you don’t want to have a whole bunch of money invested if it isn’t.
Read the thread before posting dude.
Also if you didnt learn anything from f class the. Lol
