Range Description

Range 4 is a known distance (KD), 1000-yard, flat, square range used for precision fire out to 1,035 yards. Range 4 is ideal for precision fire:

• 50 shooting lanes, each with its own target carriage for KD targets in the pit area
  • The firing line and target lines are fixed when shooting 1,000 yards
• Firing positions, in 100 yards increments, from 100 yards to 1,000 yards
  • Precision fire is usually fixed target line and fixed firing line (1,000yds)
  • The RSOs occasionally host 100, 300 & 600 yard shooting days
  • If you wish to shoot shorter distances, or confirm zero, go to a recreational fire range
  • You will have no possibility of success shooting at 1,000yds if you gun is not zeroed
• A top berm (at the 1,000yd target line) where steel targets can be placed
• A rear impact area where clay targets can be placed for a total distance of 1,035 yards
• You cannot see any hits on a paper or a Shoot-n-C reactive type target past 400yds unless you have a target camera

QSC shoots precision rifle weekly, usually on Sunday (but always check the Club's Calendar). Occasionally, R4 will host 100/300/600/1000 yard days, or a combination. QSC also attempts monthly "Know Your Limits" (KYL) events where multiple lanes of steel targets are placed from 700yds to 1,000yds. 

• .338 calibers require airspace clearance that only occurs the day of shooting. It is strongly advised shooters bring another rifle / caliber in the event .338 is restricted for shooting
• MCBQ Range Control may also place further restrictions on ammunition use at any time for any reason

Range Operations for Range 4 Aboard MCBQ Operated by the QSC

For precision rifle shooting events:

• Check the Club's Calendar and click the link, which will take you the range notes from the Range Safety Officers and detail the course of fore for the day
• Range 4 shooters meet at Gate 7 on Willis Road and wait for the RSO team to open the gate to access the range pits - usually NLT 0715
• The QSC RSO team sets up the range while shooters place their targets - the pits are vacated and the Gate 7 locked NLT 0745
  • Paper targets are placed between lanes 1 - 14 - Steel targets are placed between lanes 25 - 50
• Shooters report to the parking area above the 1000-yard firing line
• Shooters unload their gear and go to the corresponding shooting position for their target
  • For example, if the shooter placed their target on position 30, the shooter’s gear should be placed where the position 30 ground marker is located on the 1000-yard firing line
• The range safety brief is at 0745 at the firing line and the lines goes "hot" at about 0800
• A brief cease fire may be called at about 0930 for target adjustment and to permit new shooters to place targets
  • Live fire resumes around 1000
  • There are generally no additional cease fire / cold times until the range is closed
• Range 4 usually closes for the day at about 1200 - 1300 hours, however, RSOs are free to make schedule adjustments as needed

IMPORTANT NOTE: Depending on the specific precision shooting activity for the day, this schedule may be modified. It is the shooter’s responsibility to check the range notes for details prior to heading to a Range 4 event.

Enforced range operation rules include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Firearms must be cased when moving them between the shooter’s vehicle and the Range 4 firing line
• All firearms must remain cased until after the safety briefing is complete and the RSOs have communicated the firing line is hot
• Under no circumstances will shooters handle firearms when the firing line is cold
• All weapons will always be pointed straight down range
• Empty Chamber Indicators (ECIs) are mandatory for all uncased weapons not being fired on the Range 4 firing line

General Range Safety Rules for All Ranges Aboard MCBQ Operated by the QSC:

• Always treat weapons as if they are loaded
• Keep your fingers off the trigger until you are ready to shoot
• Always point your weapon in a safe direction
• Always know what’s behind your target and backstop

The QSC and its members are guests aboard MCBQ. We are indeed fortunate to have access to the fine ranges on the Calvin Lloyd Range Complex. As such, the QSC takes range and firearms safety very seriously. Any violation of published safety rules or RSO commands may result in the shooter’s immediate removal from the firing line and range complex for the day. All safety violations are fully documented and retained on file per QSC and MCBQ procedures. Repeated safety violations will result in the shooter’s expulsion from the QSC.

Shooter’s Obligations

• Shooters will listen to and obey all commands issued by the QSC Range Safety Officers (RSOs). Their commands and request are not negotiable
• Shooters must bring their own targets, target backers, target stands, target stand supports and fasteners. For those shooting at paper targets on Range 4, the QSC has KD frames available for use by members and guests
  • Shooters participating in Range 4 precision shooting events must have their target systems perfected prior to arriving at the range. Shooters are expected to be prepared for a quick install and take down. To quote a famous QSC member “you don’t have time to fool around and build the Taj Mahal.”
• Ear and eye protection is required on all ranges aboard MCBQ operated by the QSC and must be provided by the shooter
• Food, hydration and bug spray are recommended
• At the end of the day, all shooters must police their brass and remove all trash before exiting the range
• Before heading to the range, shooters are responsible for:
  • Checking the QSC club calendar for last-minute updates to the day’s shooting event
  • Reading and understanding the RSOs range notes linked in the QSC club calendar for the day of the shooting event
• Shooters must always follow safe firearms practices while on ranges aboard MCBQ operated by the QSC

Target and Target Systems Requirements

• Targets are limited to paper, wood, plastic and approved AR500 ballistic steel
• The following targets are not permitted on any range aboard MCBQ operated by the QSC:
  • Targets that create shards, such as glass
  • Reactive or explosive targets, such as Tannerite
  • Gimmick-like targets such as dueling trees, Texas Stars or spinners
• All ballistic steel targets must be:
  • Constructed of AR500 steel with a minimum thickness of 3/8”
  • Mounted or hung with a forward cant or the ability to react / rebound with a bullet hit so as to deflect bullet fragments towards the ground
  • Steel can be placed on T-posts, A-frames or 2x4s (any debris must be removed by the shooter)

Minimum Engagement Distances for Ballistic Steel Reactive Targets (SRTs)

The following are the MCBQ published minimum distances for engaging SRTs on Range 4:

• Pistols, Braced Pistols and Shotgun – Not permitted on Range 4 for QSC-sponsored precision shooting events
• 5.56mm / .223 Ball - 110 yards
• 7.62mm / .308 Ball - 165 yards
• 300 Win Mag – 410 yards
• .338 Lapua – 410 yards
• .50 BMG – 410 yards
• 6.5 Creedmoor – 410 yards
• 6.8mm – Not authorized for SRTs / Paper targets only

IMPORTANT NOTE: The minimum engagement distances listed above are hard and fast rules published by MCBQ Range Control. Exceptions cannot be made by the OIC or RSO team, so do not ask!

Updated April 15, 2025

Please enjoy these videos that show some activities on Range 4:

• The first offers hints, tips and advice for a successful range day and applies to all QSC ranges
• The second is a a long time, 70+ year old member firing their 50BMG
• Next is a first round hit on an 8" Milk Jug, which is part of the 1,000 yard "Milk Jug" challenge of running your bolt, not your mouth on Range 4. The video was an initial attempt using a scope camera that was adjusted to too high a magnification, but you get the idea.
• Lastly is a cold bore, first round hit at 1,000 yards with a 300PRC on a 2/3rd IPSC target (12"x20"), that's what Range 4 is all about