Fundamentals – Sniper Tactics.

In the end of the CQB Series, Chris Tolino of 2nd Recon Force Co., described the value of having a sniper as part of the CQB assault team. But in essence, the discipline of the sniper is a tactic distinct and separate from the close-in shooters of the entry team. As such it is only a fitting conclusion that we end the Fundamentals of CQB with a chapter on Sniper Tactics.

Without going into too much detail the following excerpt describes in detail what characteristics and tactics a sniper must use in order to be an effective force in the field. To most military and law enforcement professionals, this chapter will be a perfect review on skills and doctrines of a designated sniper. But to airsoft, paintball and Real Action Marker players, the subsequent text will be the foundation of their own learning on how to become one of the most feared shooters in the field – the team sniper.

Sniper tactics

The Sniper

The sport of airsoft, paintball and simulation shooting offers many different tactics and roles to be played, one of which is the art of sniping. The basic aim with this form of combat, is to engage the enemy at long range whilst avoiding a close confrontation. Airsoft obviously differs from the real thing, whereas targets cannot be engaged at such long ranges, and rifles used are no way near as accurate, but the principle is still the same.