If you are currently shooting F Open and or FTR in Australia, then there is no reason that you can't be be out shooting Long Range F Class along side the Match Rifle shooters.

F Class Open

F Open is recognised worldwide where there are no restrictions on calibres or ammunition components. Any calibre 8mm and under, with a maximum rifle weight of 10kg may be used.
This class is for people wanting the challenge of long range accuracy and the more technical aspects of load development.

 

F/TR - F Class Target Rifle

An F/TR Class rifle is limited to .223 Remington or.308 Winchester calibre chambers. Ammunition may be commercially made or hand-loaded. There is no restriction on bullet weight. The F/TR rifle class is limited to the use of an attached bipod and/or a sling as front supports, optionally together with a rear bag none of which provide a positive mechanical means of returning the rifle to its precise point of aim for the next shot . The overall weight must not exceed 8.25kg including all attachments (such as, but not limited to, its sights and bipod, if any).

 

In Australia all F Class Rifle shooting is conducted under the National Rifle Association of Australia’s Standard Shooting Rules ( in other countries consult the relevant national rifle association rules). Shooters should familiarize themselves with the relevant rules and requirements before commencing shooting

For more about F Class shooting in general

Click here to link to the Australian F Class Website

                                                                    

Licensing & Membership Requirements

¨ Current Shooting License

¨ In Australia you require current membership of Target Shooting Club registered with relevant State Rifle Association . If shooting outside of your home State you will also need  National Rifle Association Australia Membership.

¨ In UK or other countries contact your National Rifle Association.

Safety

All shoots are controlled by a range officer but everyone on the range is responsible for safety on the range in accordance with the Standard Shooting Rules. 

The bolt must be removed from the rifle at all times other than when actually on the firing mound. In the UK a chamber flag may be used in lieu of removal of the bolt to indicate the breech is empty.