GUNTALK S4: 3-Gun Ironman, Part 1 - Ep 9, Pt 1

Published on December 23, 2014
Duration: 5:03

This video details the challenging 'Iron Man 3-Gun' competition held in Parma, Idaho. It emphasizes the event's demanding nature, featuring stages with extensive courses of fire, long-range shots up to 900 yards, and the requirement to use all three primary firearm platforms (pistol, rifle, shotgun) on nearly every stage. The competition was conceived to increase round count and engagement across all weapon systems per stage, offering a significantly more grueling experience than traditional 3-Gun matches.

Quick Summary

The Iron Man 3-Gun competition, held in Parma, Idaho, is renowned for its extreme difficulty, featuring stages with long-range shots up to 900 yards and requiring the use of pistol, rifle, and shotgun on almost every stage. It incorporates physical challenges and a high round count, estimated at 950 rounds, making it significantly more demanding than standard 3-Gun matches.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction to Iron Man 3-Gun
  2. 00:18Extreme Demands of Iron Man 3-Gun
  3. 01:03Stage Features and Long Range
  4. 01:34Meeting Iron Man Criteria
  5. 01:46Distinguishing Features: Long Stages
  6. 02:00Target Variety and Moving Targets
  7. 02:31Origin of Iron Man 3-Gun
  8. 03:00Shooting All Three Guns Every Stage
  9. 03:08Round Count and Bonus Guns
  10. 03:31Stage One: The Cooper Tunnel
  11. 03:53Cooper Tunnel Procedural Penalty
  12. 04:37Pistol Engagement on Cooper Tunnel
  13. 04:58Conclusion of Stage One

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Iron Man 3-Gun competition unique and challenging?

The Iron Man 3-Gun is exceptionally challenging due to its extreme demands, including stages with up to four bays, long-range shots up to 900 yards, and the requirement to use pistol, rifle, and shotgun on nearly every stage. It also incorporates physical obstacles like tunnels and slides, significantly increasing its difficulty.

What is the typical round count for an Iron Man 3-Gun match?

The Iron Man 3-Gun match features a substantially higher round count than traditional 3-Gun events. Participants can expect to shoot approximately 950 rounds, not including any engagements with a potential bonus fourth firearm on certain stages.

Can you describe the Cooper Tunnel stage in Iron Man 3-Gun?

The Cooper Tunnel stage begins with rifle engagements at distances up to 100 yards. Competitors then transition to a shotgun within a tunnel, where a procedural penalty is incurred if unsecured supports are disturbed. The stage concludes with pistol engagements, including challenging moving targets like double spinners.

What are the 'no shoot' targets in Iron Man 3-Gun?

In the Iron Man 3-Gun, green targets are designated as 'no shoot' targets. Engaging these targets results in a 5-second procedural penalty added to the competitor's overall time, requiring careful target identification and shot discipline.

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