Handgun Disciplines
The Handgun Disciplines in IPSC Centrefire shooting showcase the diversity and precision of competitive pistol shooting. Whether you’re using a highly modified race gun or a bone-stock production model, there’s a division tailored to your style and skillset. From the high-speed Open Division to the nostalgic Classic 1911 platform, each category balances power, accuracy, and equipment rules to create thrilling competition for all levels of shooters.
🔵 Open Division
- Fully customized handguns with optics & compensators
- No size or magazine capacity limits
- Power Factor: Major (160) or Minor (125)
- Minimum Caliber: 9mm
🟢 Standard Division
- No optics or compensators; must fit IPSC box
- Power Factor: Major (170) or Minor (125)
- Minimum Caliber: 9mm
🟠 Classic Division
- 1911 single-stack only; no optics or comps
- Max 8 rounds (Major) or 10 rounds (Minor)
- Power Factor: Major (170) or Minor (125)
🔴 Production & Production Optics
- Production: No optics or major mods, 15-round limit
- Production Optics: Slide-mounted red dots allowed
- Power Factor: Minor (125) only
⚫ Revolver Division
- Classic revolvers only; no optics/compensators
- 6-round (Major 170) or others (Minor 125)
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