MOA & MIL Grid Targets
Group measurement and rifle zeroing
Grid targets are a ruler built into the paper. Each grid line is labeled in MOA or MIL for your exact distance. Read the distance across the grid between your widest holes and you have your group size in the angular units your scope uses — no calipers, no conversion math. The grid gives separate horizontal and vertical spreads instead of one group-size number.
At the actual zero distance, the same grid shows the group center's offset from the point of aim in true MOA or MIL, so you can dial the correction and confirm with another group. It measures offset at the distance used; it does not calculate an equivalent zero for a different distance.
- Enter the actual zero distance and print at 100% actual size — do not use "Fit to Page"
- Set the target at that distance, aim at the center crosshair, and fire a group
- Read the group center's horizontal and vertical offset in true MOA or MIL, dial the correction, then fire another group to confirm
For center-to-center group size, subtract the caliber-specific bullet correction printed on the target. 40 calibers from .17 HMR to .50 BMG. Any distance from 1 to 1,400 yards or 1,280 metres. Free PDF download.
Questions about MOA & MIL Grid Targets
How do I measure groups and confirm zero with the Grid?
Measure the distance across the grid between the widest holes horizontally and vertically, including groups that straddle centre zero. Subtract the printed bullet-diameter correction for centre-to-centre spread. To confirm zero, enter the actual zero distance, place the target at that distance, and read the group centre's displacement from the central aiming mark. The grid does not calculate an equivalent zero for another distance.
Can I use the Grid as a 100-yard sight-in target?
Yes. Enter 100 yards to generate the grid for that distance, or enter your actual shooting distance. The printed MOA or MIL scale is calibrated to the distance entered; it is not fixed at 100 yards.
How does the Grid's expected impact offset work?
Enter the expected displacement supplied by your ballistics app, not your dial correction. AIM remains at grid zero; the open IMPACT marker shows the expected group centre. This is a printed reference, not a ballistic prediction or proof of a zero at another distance.
What is the difference between MOA and MIL?
Both are angular units. Choose the unit used by your scope. One MOA spans 1.047 inches at 100 yards, not exactly one inch; one MIL spans 3.6 inches at 100 yards. The target scale follows the distance entered.
How do I keep the printed target at the correct scale?
Select matching paper in the printer settings and print at Actual Size / 100%, not Fit to Page. Measure the printed verification gauge before use. A screen preview cannot confirm print accuracy. Larger paper changes available layout space, not the calibrated dimensions.
What does the target verification stamp verify?
The verifier checks the printed stamp and its target-generation details. It does not verify printer scale, shot results or round count. Measure the printed gauge to check scale.