As you can see from the diagrams, the grading tests have been changed to use Classic Targets, and scores for each grade have been adjusted accordingly.
National grades allow you to compete at any competition against competitors of similar ability. Without a grade, you would not normally by eligible for any recognition in the grade results in any sanctioned competition.
The grading tests assess all the basic skills of IPSC, such as accuracy, speed, movement, draw and reload. These are the skills that are then combined into the challenging courses that we shoot
The grading tests are not courses of fire, but are written to test all shooters under exactly the same conditions. As such there is only one way to do the test that is exactly as directed. You can practice the tests, as often as you like, but if you have problems during your run, it will be up to the RO to grant extra attempts for a score.
It is stressed that there is only one way to do the tests, and as such there are no procedural errors, just do it again, and this time get it right!!
When scores are final, you will know your National Grade straight away. This grade will go up by two methods:
• Posting a score higher than your grade at the major State or National Championships, Continental Championships or World Shoot. ( International Range Officers Association Levels 3, 4, or 5 ).
• Attempting the Grading tests again.
Your Grade will only go down if you request, in writing, and that request is supported, also in writing, by your Section Coordinator.
You must bring your Grading card to all major matches, and show it at registration. If this is not possible, your Section Coordinator may have a current grading list. It is in your best interests to make sure that your Section Coordinator keeps the National List up-to-date. Problems and complaints about grades should be discussed with your Section Coordinator, or sent to the Grading Office (in Writing)
If you have any problems with this grading system, contact your Section Coordinator first. They may be able to sort out the problem easily
As always, the safety of all involved in this sport must never be compromised. All rules regarding safety and gun handling must be followed.
To supervise these tests, and sign the grade card, you MUST be a National or International Range Officer, or the Club Captain
These tests must be completed the same way by all competitors. There are no errors of procedure, just an automatic and mandatory re-shoot.
Competitors may do the tests any reasonable number of times to achieve their highest grade. To complete the grading, calculate the scores as shown on the scoresheet, complete and sign the competitor's grade card.
Competitors will now only be graded for Divisions separately. If a competitor wants grades in all divisions, they must do the tests more than once, with equipment suitable for that Division
For permanent record, a copy of the scores will be kept at the Grading Office.
• 1. Enter the Competitor's Name and Details.
• 2. Determine if the Firearm is Major or Minor Power Factor, by Chronograph if possible.
• 3. For each test, enter the hits and total the points, based on the values for either Major or Minor Power Factor. Remember to subtract 10 points per miss.
• 4. Hit Factor is the Total Score, divided by the Time. Add the three hit factors and compare that value with the chart. You can now fill in, and sign, the competitor's grade card.
• 5. The Grading Card has space for an initial grade, and two spaces for Re-grading per grade period
PLEASE SEND ALL SCORES TO YOUR SECTION COORDINATOR, NOT TO THE GRADING OFFICE DIRECT
The scores are for Grading Tests using the Classis Targets ONLY.
The scores refer to the total of the HIT FACTOR from the grading tests.
If there is enough interest, Modified Division grading scores may be prepared, but until that time MODIFIED should be included in OPEN DIVISION.
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Over 22.60 |
19.95 to 22.59 |
15.96 to 19.94 |
10.64 to 15.94 |
10.63 and Under |
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Over 16.50 |
13.23 to 16.49 |
10.58 to 13.22 |
7.06 to 10.57 |
7.05 and Under |
Grading is automatic at the Western Australian, Victorian, New South Wales and Queensland State Titles, and the Australian National Titles.
After excluding International Competitors, IPSC Australia Members are re-graded at the following percentage breaks :
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95% and over at the Australian National only |
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Over 85% |
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75% to 84.99% |
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60% to 74.99% |
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40% to 59.99% |
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Below 40% |
• All Tests start with hands Naturally by the sides.
• The procedure is specific, and variations must not by counted
• The Mandatory reload in Tests 1and 3 is just that
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. MANDATORY.
• Scoring and penalties as per IPSC Rules, except that tests allow no error of procedure and must be re-shot until the competitor complies with the procedure.
• All Poppers are worth 5 points.
Comstock
12 Rounds From either box B. On the Signal, Draw and Fire two rounds minimum at Targets 1, 2 and 3 in any order. Perform a Mandatory Reload, and engage Targets 1, 2 and 3 with a further two rounds minimum. Score and Patch
Comstock
8 Rounds Minimum .
Starting in Box A, Engage, and fell both Pepper Poppers, then move around the outside
edge of either box B. After passing the front edge of box B engage T1, T2 and T3 as
seen with two rounds each (minimum)
Score and Patch.
Change Targets Configuration [ see below ]
Comstock
14 Rounds Minimum
From Box A, Engage and fell
either popper PP1
or PP2, then fire two shots (min) at T1,
T2 and T3 in any order.
Perform a Mandatory Reload, then engage and fell the remaining Popper, then fire a further two
shots (min) at T1, T2 and T3 in any order.
