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Definition of "carbine" for competition formats - StoneHendge - 09-20-2017
I have embarked on a super top secret project that will be announced with much fanfare in due course.
My google-fu has been weak when it comes to finding what defines a "carbine" in various competition formats. No plans to do such a thing at this time, but if not too restrictive, this project may be based around them.
I assume barrel length is an obvious determinant, but wondering if type/length of stock (can a "carbine" have an ARF-X?), overall length, overall weight, optic, etc have generalized restrictions
Definition of "carbine" for competition formats - derek45 - 09-21-2017
It depends on the type of competition
Lots of different gun games
3-gun.
Service rifle
Etc..
Definition of "carbine" for competition formats - Sticks - 09-21-2017
Quick and dirty - Minimum OAL of 26" (enter the Bull Pup), and max barrel length of 20" (I would drop to 18).
Unofficial measurements compiled pre caffeine based on moderate Googlefu skills.
Definition of "carbine" for competition formats - rwh - 09-21-2017
I would have said max barrel length of 16 inches.
Definition of "carbine" for competition formats - Texas - 09-22-2017
StoneHendge Wrote:I have embarked on a super top secret project that will be announced with much fanfare in due course.
My google-fu has been weak when it comes to finding what defines a "carbine" in various competition formats. No plans to do such a thing at this time, but if not too restrictive, this project may be based around them.
I assume barrel length is an obvious determinant, but wondering if type/length of stock (can a "carbine" have an ARF-X?), overall length, overall weight, optic, etc have generalized restrictions
Historically, a carbine is a shorter, lighter weight version of a long rifle. In the definition, you would need to deal with barrel length, and weight. AR15 - 16 inch barrel, less than 6 lbs.
Definition of "carbine" for competition formats - Troutguide - 09-22-2017
Less than 6 lbs. Thats light!