doelrange

Doelrange is a term that can be encountered in Dutch-language contexts to refer to a shooting range or a facility used for target practice. In standard Dutch, the most common terms for such facilities are schietbaan or doelbaan, and Doelrange may appear primarily in bilingual texts, regional usage, or as a name for a specific venue or brand rather than as a widely used generic term.

A target range is a controlled facility designed for practicing marksmanship. Ranges can be indoor or outdoor and are often organized into lanes or bays that separate shooters and provide designated firing lines. Distances typically vary from short to long, with appropriate backstops and safety barriers to absorb or stop bullets or projectiles. Modern ranges may feature electronic or mechanical targets, paper targets, or rotating/ moving targets, along with scoring systems and lighting suited to various lighting conditions.

Key components and operations of a target range include safety protocols, supervision by range officers or range masters, and clear rules governing firearm handling, unloading procedures, and movement along the firing line. Equipment commonly used on ranges includes hearing and eye protection, target frames or electronic targets, backstops, ventilation for indoor facilities, and signage indicating range commands and safety requirements.

Users of target ranges include military personnel, law enforcement officers, sport shooters, and hunting or cadet programs. Ranges are used for training, practice, qualification, and competition, and they operate under local or national regulations governing firearms, ammunition, noise, and safety standards.

See also: schietbaan, doelbaan, target range, marksmanship, shooting sport.