What optic would you use on a RRA A4 CAR? - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!

shooter45acp · 03-04-2008, 05:02 PM

What optic would you ues on a RRA A4 CAR. I want to shoot 3 gun this summer with it but not sure about what I should buy.

13Fox · 03-04-2008, 05:11 PM

If you're shooting 3-gun, you're probably going to want fast target acquisition, so I'd suggest either an Aimpoint or EOTech. Although the ACOG is nice, and you can work up to being able to bring it on target fairly quickly, for the ranges in a 3-gun match, I don't know that you're going to need the ACOG (although I could be wrong, it will also depend on the stage construction).

YMMV

boricua9mm · 03-04-2008, 05:53 PM

I've shot 3 gun with an Aimpoint Comp ML2 on my RRA M-Faux. In my case, the optic wasn't the best, because the stages had a couple shots at 200 yards on 9" circle steel plates, which is very tough to do unsupported with a 4MOA dot on a carbine. With my setup, there was basically no room for error. Most of the competitors used a variable scope and did point shooting for the closer targets. I agree with 13Fox, it depends on how they set up your stages.

longtalltechsan · 03-04-2008, 06:20 PM

+1 on the variable scope from what I have heard. I do not shoot 3 gun but have read forums where people do and they like the variable optics like the Millett DMS, IOR, S&B, etc. Get something from 1-4 or in that area.

bobert1 · 03-04-2008, 06:31 PM

Started out with an Aimpoint, switched over to an EoTech. For me I had faster target acquisition.

**HPD SRT** · 03-04-2008, 06:37 PM

The best thing for three gun would be an EoTech with their FTS (Flip To Side) mount it stays on the rifle therefore keeping you out of Open division but giving you the dexterity to switch between 100-300 yd target to 25 ft in one snap! Spring loaded too. But.......... VERY expensive. There my 2 cents

Riflemanz · 03-05-2008, 04:00 AM

I put a Nikon 3x9 buckmaster scope on my RRA Entry Tactical with a RRA Hi-Riser scope mount.The scope can come off in 5 seconds and i can put the rear peep back on.

ScottyPotty · 03-05-2008, 04:05 AM

I think your scope mount is on backwards

**techmike** · 03-05-2008, 04:52 AM

I run a EOTech on my SBR. I love it. It's been much abused and knocked around and still works great. Gets me on target hella fast.

**mvician** · 03-05-2008, 04:11 PM

If you could afford it, one of the ACOG TA31 models with a mini red dot mounted on top. These have become my favorite setup. Second choice would be an Aimpoint or EOTech with a flip to the side magnifier that you could swing into place for the longer shots.

03-04-2008, 05:02 PM	#1
shooter45acp XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan Posts: 128	What optic would you use on a RRA A4 CAR? What optic would you ues on a RRA A4 CAR. I want to shoot 3 gun this summer with it but not sure about what I should buy.

03-04-2008, 05:11 PM	#2
13Fox XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Topeka, Kansas Posts: 196	If you're shooting 3-gun, you're probably going to want fast target acquisition, so I'd suggest either an Aimpoint or EOTech. Although the ACOG is nice, and you can work up to being able to bring it on target fairly quickly, for the ranges in a 3-gun match, I don't know that you're going to need the ACOG (although I could be wrong, it will also depend on the stage construction). YMMV __________________ Paul Cope Students for Concealed Carry On Campus Washburn University School of Law Campus Leader Rock Hard FISTERs, Eyes of Death Artillery lends dignity to what would otherwise be a vulgar brawl.

03-04-2008, 05:53 PM	#3
boricua9mm XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 605	I've shot 3 gun with an Aimpoint Comp ML2 on my RRA M-Faux. In my case, the optic wasn't the best, because the stages had a couple shots at 200 yards on 9" circle steel plates, which is very tough to do unsupported with a 4MOA dot on a carbine. With my setup, there was basically no room for error. Most of the competitors used a variable scope and did point shooting for the closer targets. I agree with 13Fox, it depends on how they set up your stages. __________________ Videographer/Multimedia Producer http://www.ricanhavocproductions.com

03-04-2008, 06:31 PM	#5
bobert1 XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 568	Started out with an Aimpoint, switched over to an EoTech. For me I had faster target acquisition. __________________ XD9 Service Bi-Tone for Production XD9 Compact Bi-Tone for carry XD45 ACP Tactical Bi-Tone for L10 w/ PG SS Magwell ROCK RIVER CAR A4 w/EOTECH for side matches USMC Veteran USPSA CRO - L3093 (forever 'C' Class)

03-04-2008, 06:37 PM	#6
HPD SRT XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeastern WA Posts: 1,361	The best thing for three gun would be an EoTech with their FTS (Flip To Side) mount it stays on the rifle therefore keeping you out of Open division but giving you the dexterity to switch between 100-300 yd target to 25 ft in one snap! Spring loaded too. But.......... VERY expensive. There my 2 cents __________________ My Album SA XD-45 Tactical---Springerized! SA XD-45 Compact Model 1 EM-4 CAR Winchester Model 70 .308 Remington 870 Express Magnum USPSA: A-57358 PISTOLGEAR SpringerPrecision

03-05-2008, 04:00 AM	#7
Riflemanz XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 242	I put a Nikon 3x9 buckmaster scope on my RRA Entry Tactical with a RRA Hi-Riser scope mount.The scope can come off in 5 seconds and i can put the rear peep back on. __________________ NRA Member Menomonee Falls rod&gun club member I Reload .338wm,45-70,.308,.270,.223,45acp,44mag, fisherman, bowhunter,deerhunter XD45 acp

03-05-2008, 04:05 AM	#8
ScottyPotty XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Akron Area Ohio Posts: 680	I think your scope mount is on backwards __________________ My XD's XD9 Tactical XD40 Sub Compact XD40 Service You know, this crap happens with in-breeding. You can only hope the unfortunate, screwed up love child would take themselves out of the gene pool when they discover electrical outlets and butter knives or start huffing paint when they're 7 or 8 but every once in a while a truly magnificent specimen makes it to adulthood to display for the world just how freaking stupid they really are.

03-05-2008, 04:52 AM	#9
techmike XDTalk Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Kentucky Posts: 54	I run a EOTech on my SBR. I love it. It's been much abused and knocked around and still works great. Gets me on target hella fast.

03-05-2008, 04:11 PM	#10
mvician XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,853	If you could afford it, one of the ACOG TA31 models with a mini red dot mounted on top. These have become my favorite setup. Second choice would be an Aimpoint or EOTech with a flip to the side magnifier that you could swing into place for the longer shots. __________________ AR15s...ya I've built more than a few http://www.xdtalk.com/forums/ar-talk...ar-family.html

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode