Written by: Alex Davis

January 27

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Trap Shooting vs. Skeet Shooting: What Is the Difference?

Trap shooting and skeet shooting are two very popular shotgun shooting activities. But how are they alike, and what makes them different?

In this article, we will go over both trap shooting and skeet shooting and talk about the key differences between the two.

Keep on reading to learn about these two amazing shooting sports!

What Is the Difference Between Trap and Skeet Shooting?

The main difference between trap and skeet shooting is the way the target moves in relation to the shooter.

In trap shooting, the clay targets are launched and shot as they move away from the shooter. In skeet shooting, however, the clay targets that are launched will cross each other in front of the shooter.

#1 Trap Shooting

While trap shooting was originally designed to be practice for bird hunting, it is more seen as a competition today.

The targets are launched in the air at different angles by trap shooting machines from the trap houses, situated on the premises of a trap shooting range, but at an angle that moves away from the shooter at one of the many different shooting positions.

Shooters will get a total of 25 shots per round. To learn more about this shooting type, familiarize yourself with trap shooting rules and regulations.

#2 Skeet Shooting

Skeet shooting was made to more closely resemble bird hunting. The goal is to hit two different targets that are crossing one another when launched.

Two target machines are placed 40 meters apart, and both targets that are launched will get to around a height of 15 feet when they reach the center of the shooting field.

Unlike trap shooting, this different angle allows for a more realistic practice when it comes to simulating how birds fly.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Alex Davis

Expert Contributor

Alex Davis is an outdoor enthusiast with an exceptional background in hunting, military, shooting, climbing, camping and overall outdoor activities. He did his military service in the Israeli army and proved himself as a force to be reckoned with. Moreover, Alex chose to be an outdoorsman to express himself because this is the area that inspires him the most in life. He strongly believes that nature provides a lot of opportunity for self-reflection and introspection where you dissect your life, push your limits, and come to find that you’re capable of a lot more than you thought.

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