The United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) establishes specific equipment regulations for its Production Division, aiming to create a level playing field focused on shooter skill rather than highly customized firearms. These regulations dictate permissible modifications, holster type, magazine capacity, and ammunition specifications. For example, modifications are generally limited to sights, grips, and internal polishing, while extensive alterations like compensators or ported barrels are prohibited.
Standardized equipment regulations promote accessibility and fairness within the division. By limiting modifications, the emphasis shifts to practical shooting skills, holster work, and target transitions. This structure allows competitors to focus on technique development and reduces the financial burden associated with acquiring extensively customized firearms. Historically, the Production Division emerged as a response to the increasing complexity and cost of competing in other divisions, offering a more accessible entry point for those interested in practical shooting sports.
