Combined Services Shooting

Military heritage, marksmanship, and camaraderie

Combined Services shooting NSW brings together history, precision, and teamwork in a discipline that celebrates the service firearms once used by defence forces around the world.

The sport began in the 1980s in Victoria and Queensland, originally known as Military Rifle, and has since evolved into a popular national competition that includes both rifle and pistol events.

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What is Combined Services shooting?

The aim of this discipline is to promote safe, skilled, and enjoyable use of military-style firearms in a controlled, competitive setting.

It’s ideal for shooters who appreciate the engineering and heritage of service weapons, and who enjoy the challenge of competing on an even playing field.

Competitions are designed to help participants:

Gain a deeper understanding of the safe handling and care of service firearms.
Compete affordably, using commonly available rifles and pistols.
Develop consistent accuracy, discipline, and focus.

All pistols and rifles must be of service origin.

Firearms and competition format

Combined Services events feature a mix of rifle and pistol matches, fired from different positions and distances.

Rifles may include bolt-action, semi-automatic (where permitted), or historical service rifles from various eras, while pistols must also have a recognised service background.

Events are scored on accuracy and consistency, with standardised rules ensuring fair competition across all classes.

Where to shoot Combined Services in NSW

Combined Services matches are run at several SSAA branches across the state, including:

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Downloads

SSAA Guidelines for Use of Black Powder

SSAA official practice targets

Combined Services Approved Class 1 Pistols List

Combined Services approved lever action rifles list

Combined Services approved training rifles list

Combined Services pistol projectile energy levels

Combined Services approved pump action rifles list

SSAA Standard Rules No 9.2 Rev Nov 2022

Combined Services Rulebook No. 5, 2022 – 3.2.1 Class of Rifles – IO – Rifle specs – Updated Oct 2023

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Discipline posters 2019 Combined Services

Combined Services Approved Bolt Action Rifles List

Combined Services Approved Class 2 Pistols List

Combined Services approved military calibres list

Combined Services approved scoped tactical rifles list

Combined Services rifle projectile energy levels

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Combined Services Rulebook No 5 2022

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Results & Awards

2022 National Championships

SSAA National Combined Services Championships

2017 SSAA Queensland Combined Services State Championships

SSAA Queensland Combined Services State Championships

SSAA National Combined Services Championships

2016 SSAA National Combined Services Championships

5th Pacific Regional Shooting Championships Service Rifle

Combined Services Pistol and Rifle Proficiency Awards

Get involved

Whether you’re a history buff, a competitive shooter, or just curious about military firearms, Combined Services is a rewarding and accessible way to take part in the sport.

You’ll find a welcoming community and the opportunity to challenge yourself with authentic, service-grade firearms under expert supervision.

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