Full-Size & Scaled for 8.5×11 B-27 Target
🔹 Overview
The NYPD handgun qualification is a 50-round timed shooting drill used to certify New York City police officers on the Glock 19 or similar duty-sized semi-automatic pistols. It’s designed to test accuracy, reload proficiency, and time management — all under pressure.
This is a solid benchmark drill for:
- CCW holders
- Armed security officers
- Firearms instructors
- Anyone looking to test their basic defensive shooting skills
We’ve provided both the standard full-distance course and a printable scaled version on an 8.5″ x 11″ B-27 target(see below).
🔹 Course Format
- Firearm Type: Semi-automatic pistol only
- Total Rounds: 50
- Target: B-27 (Full-size or scaled 8.5×11)
- Passing Score: 80 points (40 hits)
- Scoring: Hits inside the 7 ring or better = 2 points
- Start Position: Low ready
- Holster Draw: Not required (optional for advanced training)
- Reloads: Required, and must be completed within each string’s time limit
- Minimum Gear: Semi-auto pistol + 2 magazines
🔹 Full-Size Course of Fire (Standard B-27 Target)
| Stage | Distance | Rounds | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 yards | 2 | 4 seconds |
| 2 | 7 yards | 3 | 4 seconds |
| 3 | 7 yards | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 4 | 15 yards | 5 | 15 seconds |
| 5 | 25 yards | 10 | 20 seconds |
| 6 | 15 yards | 5 | 15 seconds |
| 7 | 7 yards | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 8 | 7 yards | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 9 | 7 yards | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 10 | 7 yards | 5 | 10 seconds |
🔹 Scaled Course of Fire (8.5 x 11 Target) – See Below For Printable Target
If you’re using a compact range or scaled B-27 printout, use this version. Each yard = 1 foot (7 yards = 7 feet, etc.).
| Stage | Distance | Rounds | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 feet | 2 | 4 seconds |
| 2 | 7 feet | 3 | 4 seconds |
| 3 | 7 feet | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 4 | 15 feet | 5 | 15 seconds |
| 5 | 25 feet | 10 | 20 seconds |
| 6 | 15 feet | 5 | 15 seconds |
| 7 | 7 feet | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 8 | 7 feet | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 9 | 7 feet | 5 | 10 seconds |
| 10 | 7 feet | 5 | 10 seconds |
🔹 Scoring
- Only hits inside the 7 ring or better count
- Each hit = 2 points
- Maximum Score: 100
- Minimum to Pass: 80 points (40 hits)
Reloads must happen during the allotted time for each string — there’s no extra time added for magazine changes.
🔹 Instructor Notes
- NYPD officers shoot from low ready, not from the holster
- The drill assumes a semi-auto pistol only — revolvers are not used
- You can incorporate holster draws for advanced-level training
- Ideal for cold-starts or benchmark progress tracking
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