ALBUQUERQUE SHOOTING RANGE FIELD GUIDE
Full‑Auto Thunder on Albuquerque’s Westside: Shoot Vietnam‑Era U.S. Service Arms
A one‑hour, guided shooting experience that puts you behind the triggers of the M16A1 (full auto), M1A, and 1911 — ideal for beginners and anyone chasing a historical, high‑adrenaline range session.
Full‑Auto Thunder on Albuquerque’s Westside: Shoot Vietnam‑Era U.S. Service Arms.
The Vietnam‑Era Package (Westside) is a focused, one‑hour range experience that assembles three defining U.S. service firearms into a single guided session. Participants fire a full‑auto M16A1, the battle‑rifle lineage of the Springfield M1A, and the classic Springfield 1911 pistol under the supervision of range staff, blending raw firepower with a compact historical lineup.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Run the M16A1 on Full Auto
The package includes a full‑auto M16A1 session with 30 rounds of 5.56 NATO, delivering the rapid, sustained feel that defined small‑unit fire in the Vietnam era.
Feel the Power of the M1A
Shoot the Springfield M1A with 20 rounds of .308 Winchester, experiencing the heft and longer‑range punch of a battle rifle from the same lineage as mid‑century U.S. service arms.
Finish with the Iconic 1911
Close the session with the Springfield 1911, shooting eight rounds of .45 ACP to sample a timeless sidearm that shaped decades of service‑pistol ergonomics and performance.
What the day feels like
What the Hour Feels Like
Over a concentrated 60 minutes you move from briefing to trigger, cycling through a curated lineup: the M16A1 in full‑auto, then the M1A battle rifle, and finally the 1911 pistol. The package is guided and beginner‑friendly, with all listed firearms and the stated ammunition included in the session.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this session suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience is a one‑hour session.
All firearms listed in the package and the specified ammunition are provided; the session is one complete, guided experience with range staff.
The hour includes a safety briefing, three firing segments (M16A1, M1A, 1911), and a short debrief — delivered as a guided experience.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Vietnam‑Era Package take?
The experience lasts one hour.
What firearms are included and how much ammo will I shoot?
The package includes an M16A1 (full auto, 30 rounds of 5.56 NATO), a Springfield M1A (20 rounds, .308 Win), and a Springfield 1911 (8 rounds, .45 ACP).
Do I need prior shooting experience?
No prior experience is required—the session is described as beginner‑friendly and is fully guided by range staff.
Is there a minimum age to participate?
The program lists a minimum age of 8 years old.
Are firearms and ammunition provided?
Yes; all firearms listed and the specified ammunition are included as part of the guided experience.
Will instructors supervise the full session?
The offering is a guided experience with range staff, who supervise the session.