36s
Par Time
8–44 yd
Distance
48
Rounds
1
Reps
48
Total Rounds
The CQB Warmup is a 6-stage combat readiness check built by X-Ray Alpha. Two IPSC targets, four firing lines from 44 yards down to 8, and a progression that tests everything from static precision at distance to CQB-speed transitions. Each stage has its own par time, so there’s nowhere to hide weak fundamentals.
Stages 1–3 are pure rifle work: standing, prone, and on the move at 40m, 20m, and 10m. Stage 4 introduces the rifle-to-pistol transition at 10m. Stage 5 is an empty-gun recognition drill — your rifle is dry, identify it, transition, and engage with your sidearm at 7m. Stage 6 flips the script with a speed reload on an empty rifle. Total round count is 48: 36 rifle, 12 pistol.
Score each stage individually (A = 5, C = 3, D = 1) for a 240-point max. Track times per stage and total. Once you consistently clean the par times, shave 0.5 seconds off every 2–3 sessions. Add plates for extra weight when the drill stops challenging you.
Range Setup
Setup
2 IPSC targets side by side. 4 firing lines marked at 40m (44 yd), 20m (22 yd), 10m (11 yd), and 7m (8 yd). Rifle slung with loaded magazine. Pistol holstered with full magazine. Timer required. Spare rifle magazine for Stage 6 (empty, bolt locked back).
Scoring
A-zone = 5 pts, C-zone = 3 pts, D-zone = 1 pt. Max 240 points (48 rounds x 5). Score and time each stage separately. Record total score and total time. Miss = 0 points for that round.
Tips
Treat each stage as its own mini-drill — reset mentally between stages instead of rushing through the whole course.
Progression
Cut each stage par time by 0.5s every 2-3 sessions. Add a plate carrier for extra weight. Run the full course cold (first attempt of the day). Add a third IPSC target to increase split demands. Introduce no-shoot targets between T1 and T2.