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IMSSU (metal silhouette)

Magyar Dinamikus Lövészsport Szövetség · Pistol Rifle Airgun Mixed
Federation Official rules

History

Knocking down metal silhouettes at set distances; pistol/rifle/airgun depending on category.

Silhouette shooting originated in Mexico. In 1948, the first competition with metal targets was held in Mexico City with the support of Don Gonzalo Aguilar.

In 1967, the first large caliber rifle competition was held in Arizona. In 1976, IHMSA (International Handgun Metallic Silhouette Association) was founded.

In 1992, IMSSU (International Metallic Silhouette Shooting Union) was created to unify rules worldwide. Currently 22 member countries participate.

Hungary has been represented by MDLSZ since 2001. From June 20-30, 2023 , Hungary hosted the European Championship (also a World Cup), with nearly 500 entries. Hungarian shooters achieved 102 podium finishes !

Detailed information on official site

Rules Summary

Description
Knocking down metal silhouettes at set distances; pistol/rifle/airgun depending on category.
Firearm Categories
Pistol Rifle Airgun Mixed
Detailed Rules

Targets: Metal animal silhouettes – chicken, pig, turkey, ram. Targets must fall off their stand for a valid hit.

Distances: Large caliber rifle: 500 meters, large caliber pistol: 200 meters.

Categories: Large caliber rifle/pistol, small caliber rifle/pistol, airgun, service pistol.

Advantage: No scoring disputes – the target either fell or it didn't. Particularly challenging to hit a 53 cm ram at 500 meters in strong wind!

Official page: https://mdlsz.com/imssu-szakag/

Exact divisions, equipment, and safety rules are always defined by the official rulebook.

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IMSSU metal silhouette targets
IMSSU metal silhouette targets
IMSSU shooter
IMSSU competitor
IMSSU target setup
IMSSU target setup
IMSSU shooting range
IMSSU shooting range

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