What you need:
- Handgun, Semi-Auto or Revolver, .22 Caliber or Larger
- 50 Rounds of Ammunition
Misconceptions:
- You need to know how to clear a jam, and be able to reload your magazines. Gun handling is not part of the test, but it is highly recommended that you practice clearing a malfunction, loading your magazines, and other gun operation techniques as this can save your life in a real situation and if you are going to carry one you should know how to use it.
- The score is not hard to achieve. Anyone with a little range time can pass the Texas LTC test. However, for your safety as well as others, it is your moral duty to become proficient with your firearm.
- There is no drawing from a holster or other concealment method. You will not be tested on your ability to draw the firearm. You will begin your course of fire at the "low-ready" position and raise the firearm towards your target at the onset of the command to fire.
The Target:
Scoring:
You need a total score of 175, or better, to pass the test. Using the above target for reference, shots in the X, 10, 9, and 8 ring are worth 5 points. Shots in the 7 ring are worth 4 points, and shots contained in the black, but outside the 7 ring are worth 3 points. Shots not contained in the black are not counted. There are 50 shots total, for a maximum of 250 points.
Course of Fire:
3 Yards - 20 Shots:
- 5 shots in a “ONE shot exercise” 2 seconds per shot allowed, 5 times
- 10 shots Fired in a “TWO Shot Exercise” 3 seconds per shot allowed, 2 stages
- 5 shots in 10 seconds, once
7 Yards - 20 Shots:
- 5 shots in 10 seconds, once
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5 shots will be fired in TWO STAGES:
- 2 shots in 4 seconds, once
- 3 shots in 6 seconds, once
- 5 shots fired in a “One Shot Exercise” 3 seconds per shot allowed
- 5 shots fired in 15 seconds, once
15 Yards - 10 Shots:
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5 shots fired in TWO STAGES:
- 2 shots in 6 seconds, once
- 3 shots in 9 seconds, once
- 5 shots in 15 seconds, once