520 Tactical is a pistol and rifle shooting range at 5051 E 29th St in Tucson, Arizona. It is open seven days a week, 10am to 6pm, and operates with range safety officers on the line.
The range allows any pistol caliber. Rifle calibers are limited to .223, 5.56 and 300 BLK, and all rifles must have sights (scopes, red dots or iron sights). 12-gauge shotguns are allowed with double 00 buckshot only. Steel core, steel cased, armor piercing, tracer, incendiary and bi-metal jacket ammunition, and shot smaller than 00 buckshot, are not allowed. Shooting is done from individual booths, one shooter at a time.
Training is offered as range lessons with an instructor: 30 minutes for $25 or 60 minutes for $50, each including one target. Instructors are available without an appointment for new shooters, refreshers, accuracy work and red dot sight-in. Rentals include more than 100 firearms, from basic and advanced pistols to rifles and machine guns, and all rental firearms must use range ammunition. A gunsmith is available Friday through Tuesday, and pistol and rifle cleaning is offered.
520 Tactical hosts three competitions a month, in USPSA, IDPA and rifle (carbine), on a published calendar with evening start times of 6:30pm to 10pm. Daily rates are discounted for military, veterans, law enforcement, seniors on Mondays and ladies on Wednesdays, and annual memberships are available for individuals and families.
At a glance
Range type: Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Training / Classes
Distances: Pistol and rifle booths (lane count and distances not specified)
Access: Open to the public
Minimum age: 12 (minors must be supervised)
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Hosts competitions
Services, training & programs
Pistol and rifle range (any pistol caliber; .223, 5.56 and 300 BLK rifle)
12-gauge shotgun shooting with double 00 buckshot only
Daily range fee: $20 per person
Shared lane (max 3 people): $15 per person
Military/veteran/law enforcement discount rate: $15 per person with ID
Senior Day every Monday: $10 per person, age 55+
Ladies Day every Wednesday: $10 per person
30-minute range lesson: $25 (includes one target)
60-minute range lesson: $50 (includes one target)
Instructor available daily, no appointment needed
Firearm rentals: over 100 available
Basic pistol rental: $10/hour
Advanced pistol rental: $15/hour
Half-off pistol rentals after the first rental
Rifle rentals from $20/hour
Machine gun rentals from $45/hour
Pistol cleaning: $10 per gun
Rifle cleaning: $20 per gun
Gunsmith available Friday through Tuesday
Individual, discounted and family annual memberships
Monthly USPSA matches ($20 per person)
Monthly IDPA matches ($20 per person)
Monthly rifle (carbine) matches ($20 per person)
Accessories, ammo and targets for sale
Amenities
Gun Rental
Full Auto Rentals
Gunsmith
Targets
Ammo Sales
Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Pricing at 520 Tactical
Range fees & day rates
Regular range fee: $20 per person
Military / veteran / law enforcement: $15 per person — Must show ID.
Shared lane (max 3 people): $15 per person
Senior Day (Mondays, age 55+): $10 per person
Ladies Day (Wednesdays): $10 per person
Member daily fee: $5
Pistol cleaning: $10 per gun
Rifle cleaning: $20 per gun
Basic pistol rental: $10/hour — Range ammo required, sold separately.
Advanced pistol rental: $15/hour — Range ammo required, sold separately.
Rifle rental: From $20/hour — Range ammo required, sold separately.
Machine gun rental: From $45/hour — Range ammo required, sold separately.
Competition entry (USPSA, IDPA, rifle): $20 per person
Memberships
Single Person Plan: $295 — Period (annual) is not stated on the site; price listed as a plan price.
$5 daily fee
10% off accessories, ammo and targets
Military / Veteran / Law Enforcement / Senior Plan: $249 — Discounted plan for military, veterans, law enforcement and seniors.
$5 daily fee
10% off accessories, ammo and targets
Family Plan (4): $360 — Covers two adults and two minors.
$5 daily fee
10% off accessories, ammo and targets
Training & classes
30-minute range lesson: $25 — Includes one target. Instructor available without appointment.
60-minute range lesson: $50 — Includes one target. Instructor available without appointment.
Packages & experiences
Half-off pistol rental after first rental: 50% off — Applies to pistol rentals after the first rental.
No refunds and/or exchanges. All sales are final. Members get 10% off accessories, ammo and targets.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Photo ID if claiming military/veteran/law enforcement rate. Clear eye and ear protection are mandatory.
Ammo policy: No steel core, steel cased, armor piercing, tracer, incendiary or bi-metal jacket projectiles, or shot smaller than 00 buckshot. Rental firearms must use range ammo (sold separately). Shotguns: double 00 buckshot only. Rifle calibers: .223, 5.56, 300 BLK.
Age policy: Anyone under 18 (12 being the youngest) must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older.
Rental requirements: All rental firearms must use range ammunition, sold separately.
Dress code: Not specified.
First-timer tips: Instructors are available without an appointment for new shooters. All firearms must be cased and uncased inside the shooting booth. No alcohol or drugs before or during range time. No food, beverages, tobacco or vaping on the range. Rifles must have sights; no slings unless approved by an RSO. Holster draws only from the hip, no cross drawing, with bench in the upward position.
Hours
Monday: 10am - 6pm
Tuesday: 10am - 6pm
Wednesday: 10am - 6pm
Thursday: 10am - 6pm
Friday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 10am - 6pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
520 Tactical is open seven days a week, 10am to 6pm.
Where is it located?
5051 E 29th St, Tucson, AZ 85711. Phone: (520) 771-6303.
How much does it cost to shoot?
The regular fee is $20 per person. Military, veterans and law enforcement pay $15 with ID. A shared lane (max 3 people) is $15 per person. Monday Senior Day (55+) and Wednesday Ladies Day are $10 per person.
What are the membership options?
Single person plan $295; military/veteran/law enforcement/senior plan $249; family plan for four (two adults and two minors) $360. Members pay a $5 daily fee and get 10% off accessories, ammo and targets.
What is the age policy?
Anyone under 18 (minimum age 12) must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older.
What calibers and ammo are allowed?
Any pistol caliber; rifles in .223, 5.56 and 300 BLK; 12-gauge shotguns with double 00 buckshot only. Steel core, steel cased, armor piercing, tracer, incendiary and bi-metal jacket ammunition are prohibited.
Can I rent a firearm?
Yes. Over 100 rentals are available: basic pistols $10/hour, advanced pistols $15/hour, rifles from $20/hour, machine guns from $45/hour. Pistol rentals are half off after the first rental. Rentals must use range ammo, sold separately.
Do I need eye and ear protection?
Yes. Clear eye and ear protection is mandatory before entering the range and must be worn at all times.
Do you offer lessons?
Yes: 30 minutes for $25 or 60 minutes for $50, including one target. No appointment is needed; an instructor is always available per the site.
Do you host competitions?
Yes, three per month: USPSA, IDPA and rifle (carbine), $20 per person, everyone invited, 6:30pm to 10pm. See the website calendar for dates.
Is a gunsmith available?
A gunsmith is available Friday through Tuesday. Pistol cleaning is $10 per gun and rifle cleaning is $20 per gun.
Can I bring food or drinks onto the range?
No. Food, beverages, tobacco and vaping are not permitted on the range at any time.
Are refunds available?
No. There are no refunds or exchanges and all sales are final.
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