Rifle to Pistol

Weapon Transitions
Rifle to Pistol
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Low ready, 1 shot from rifle, drop rifle, draw pistol, 1 shot from pistol

Par Time Standards

Beginner 5s
Intermediate 3.5s
Expert 2.5s

Course of Fire

  1. Low ready with rifle
  2. Beep
  3. 1 shot from rifle
  4. Let rifle hang on sling
  5. Draw pistol
  6. 1 shot from pistol

Setup

Rifle with sling, pistol with holster

Strategy

Don't fight the rifle - let gravity and the sling do the work. Your support hand should already be moving to the pistol as the rifle drops.

About This Drill

The transition drill simulates a rifle malfunction or empty magazine scenario where switching to pistol is faster than reloading. Essential skill for two-gun shooters and tactical training.

Train This Drill

Use Par Timer Pro to practice Rifle to Pistol with audio cues and track your progress.