Tactical three gun matches usually differ in several ways from USPSA three gun. First equipment rules. Tactical matches usually only allow real world holsters, no shotgun speed loaders, no compensators on shotguns or pistols, and no optics on the shotgun. The rifle is usually allowed to have only one optic. The tactical matches are also normally more physically demanding with events such as low crawl, tunnels, ropes, and running from cover to cover. During tactical three gun matches you will also normally use more than one of the three weapons during several courses of fire. USPSA type three gun is fun, but if you want more physical events incorporated in the event tactical three gun will probably fit the bill. I believe in shooting them all..... it can't hurt....

Kyle Lamb
Match Director
North American Tactical 3 Gun Championships
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