The Auto Bench Rest Association (ABRA) is the leading organization for competitive semi-automatic .22LR benchrest shooting. Founded to give semi-auto platforms a structured and respected place in precision shooting, ABRA has grown into a national league with sanctioned ranges.

What Is ABRA?

ABRA is a sanctioned benchrest league focused on semi-automatic .22LR rifles. Shooters compete by firing at precision targets from a benchrest setup, aiming for maximum accuracy and consistency.

      •     Distance: 50 yards

      •     Target: 20 scoring bulls + sighters

      •     Time Limit: 15 minutes per card

      •     Scoring: Best-edge scoring, max 200 points per card

🔢 ABRA Competition Classes

ABRA offers multiple classes to ensure fair competition across different rifle builds. Here’s a breakdown of each:

1. Unlimited Class

      •     Any semi-auto .22LR rifle that functions in semi-auto mode at all times

      •     All cartridges must be fed from a magazine

      •     No restrictions on barrel, tuner, scope, or rest

      •     Ideal for custom builds

2. Factory Class

      •     Must use a factory barrel with original markings

      •     Barrel diameter must not exceed .750" at the muzzle

      •     Re-crowning and re-chambering allowed

      •     Front sight must remain if present; rear sight may be removed for scope clearance

      •     Designed for stock rifles with minimal mods

3. Outlaw Heavy Barrel Class

      •     Bolt-action rifles with heavy barrels

      •     Tuners allowed

      •     One-piece or two-piece rests permitted

      •     No scope limitations

4. Outlaw Lite Barrel Class

      •     Bolt-action rifles with lighter barrels

      •     No tuners allowed

      •     One-piece or two-piece rests permitted

      •     No scope limitations

5. Outlaw Factory Class

      •     Factory bolt-action rifles

      •     No tuners allowed

      •     Two-piece rest only

      •     Designed for entry-level bolt-action shooters

🛠️ Recommended Equipment

      •     Rifle: A semi-auto .22LR platform (for ABRA classes); bolt-action for Outlaw classes

      •     Rest: mechanical rest or sandbags depending on class

      •     Scope: Highly recommended but not a requirement

      •     Ammo: Any .22LR rimfire

      •     Target: ABRA-sanctioned 11x17 targets with 20 bulls and 2 sighters

📍 Getting Started

 To shoot ABRA:

       1.      Choose Your Class: Match your rifle to the appropriate classification.

       2.      Register and Compete: Registration begins at 8:00 AM the day of the match.

       3.      For more information on matches at CRPC contact Charlie Barba @ 361-244-0158

       4.      For more information, rules and match results go to ABRA