Best Range Bags for Rifles, Pistols and More

While a dedicated range bag is not necessary for carrying your guns and gear to shoot, it can make your life easier. You can live with one, but you’ll find that range bags are much more useful for carrying gun-related items than the duffel you’ve been using for years. A Plano 1312 X2 range bag. The handgun compartment makes it much more useful than a standard duffel or athletic bag. Common materials include 600D, 800D, and 1000D. “D” stands for denier. This is the measurement of the linear weight of thread. A single strand of silk is 1D. Nylon with heavier stitching on the bag and straps. This gives the item more durability, which is a good trait for items that are often used. Long gun and pistol bags are often the right size. Range bags almost always have extra compartments and pockets that are useful for shooting, such as mag pouches or the like. A soft-sided rifle bag can double as a shooting mat. A soft-sided rifle bag can double as a shooting mat. Guns and ammunition can get lost or forgotten about. You wouldn’t want it to be in a bag that you carry as a carry-on. Those who forget to bring such items are becoming less amused by the TSA. This simple mistake can cause a lot of frustration for the TSA. It’s important to have a separate range bag for your travel luggage. These bags are typically square in shape and have carry handles (often with a strap), and many compartments for extra gear. This type of range bag is optimized for pistols with magazine compartments. Backpack range bags are also very common, including larger packs and sling packs. Some are generic “tactical” bags that are sold as range bags, but they are not any different from the thousands of white-label bags available online at Ali Baba. Pistol BagThen there are pistol bags. Many of these are flat zippered bags, similar to laptop bags or tennis racquet covers. You’ll often find a compartment that can hold a handgun or two with retention straps, and possibly an external compartment with a few magazine sleeves. The soft cases are for long guns. These bags can be used to carry a single long gun (shotgun, rifle, or both), or two with an internal divider. What Should I Look for in a Gun Range Bag? A range bag that suits your needs is the first thing you need to look for. You will need a larger bag if you have more guns or more complex range gear. Do you only take one gun for plinking? You don’t likely need anything fancy. Do you practice for single stack and limited in USPSA? You will probably need more. Do you want to be a 3 Gun or 2 Gun master? You will need more bags. You should also consider which guns you use the most. A range bag that is specifically designed for pistol shooters is a good choice. These bags are the best because they have mag pouches, ample compartments for ammunition boxes, and a carry strap to keep it all packed. A Veto Pro Pac RBMC range bag. The sturdy handles on this model make it easy to carry when loaded with gear. Many rifle cases are designed for carbines so your bolt-action rifle, shotgun or other firearm may not fit. You should buy a soft case to protect the gun you plan to use. The typical AR-15 16 inches is 35 inches long when fully extended and 32 inches when collapsed. A bolt-action rifle with a 22 inch barrel measures around 42 inches. A typical shotgun with a 26- to 28-inch field barrel measures up to 49 inches. You should look for a long gun bag to hold your long guns. You will use your rifle bag as a shooting pad. Make sure you choose a bag with thick padding. Durable shoulder straps are essential if you plan to carry your range bag for any distance or with any weight. Consider your needs and make the right choice. You want a bag that will be useful to you… and it’s a good idea not to get one that’s too fragile that it’ll fall apart after a few use. What are some great range bags? Magpul DAKA Double Pistol CaseReleased 2022, the DAKA Double Pistol Case, a stylish, minimalist, discreet, and durable soft case for two pistols, is smart, simple, discreet, and durable. It features two pistol pouches that can accommodate pistols up to 1911, snag-free foam padding, and an accessory pouch for magazines with eight retention band for them. MSRP: $59.95 The Savior Double Rifle bagThe Savior Double Rifle bag can hold up to two long guns and has an internal divider as well as retention straps for both guns. You can choose from a variety of widths, including 36-inch to 55-inch, so that it will fit almost any long gun, even field shotguns. If you need them, the bag has dual shoulder straps or carry handle straps. It has five exterior compartments, including three large flap-close pockets, two slim zippered pockets, and two small pockets on the outside. Prices vary depending on the color (black or OD green with multiple camo patterns and multiple camo patterns) as well as the size. It offers a lot of value for money. Allen Competitor Range bagThe Allen Competitor Premium Molded lockable range bag has a huge name but it is a high-quality rangebag with plenty of storage, durable construction, and many features. It features a large main compartment with carry handles, a polymer top and a lockable zipper. It has four compartments with polymer shells, two without and one with magazine sleeves. There are also two side pockets that can hold magazines. The TideWe Tactical Range Backpack MSRP $95. The bag’s core is divided with five zippered pockets with internal dividers. Seven zippered pouches are available with organizers, including magazine pouches. There is also a top compartment that can hold ammo. For $90, you can choose from khaki or dark. 5.11 Range Ready Trainer BagThe 5.11 range ready trainer bag is a 50-liter duffel that can be used for competition, training, or longer-lasting range sessions. It has ample storage for ammo, other supplies, and can hold up to 50 liters. It measures 21 inches in length, 10 inches high, and 14.5 inches deep. This bag has plenty of storage space. The bag features three compartments on the sides, an external MOLLE webbing and an internal organization for magazines. There is also a removable internal divide. The bag has both shoulder straps and carry straps. You can choose from kangaroo FDE or black. MSRP is $145 Blackhawk Sportster Pistol Range bagThe Sportster is a small, duffel-style pistol bag that’s perfect for one-pistol range trips. It can store one pistol and a few magazines in the main compartment. The exterior compartment can hold a few magazines. The 600D nylon is strong and durable. It has a main compartment with a dual zipper and both carry handles. It’s a great bag that costs less than $35 and can be used to carry a single handgun, some ammo boxes, and a few magazines. Uncle Mike’s Sportsmen’s Range bag The Sportsmen’s Range Bag can be used to store gear, ammo, and possibly a few pistols. The bag features a single compartment with a removable separator, carry handles, and a removable strap. It measures 18 inches in length, 9.5 inches high, and 4.5 inches wide. This bag is small enough to carry your accessories, such as eye and ear pro, staple gun, ammo, and magazines, and can be carried up to 4.5 inches wide. These bags can be easily purchased online for $35. DSLEAF Soft Rifle CaseThe DSLEAF soft rifle case is designed to fit modern carbines, including those with higher-mounted optics. The main compartment can hold up to two long guns. It is available in lengths of 28-, 32, and 36 inches. The case includes a padded interior compartment with retention straps, a waist belt, carry handles and three external compartments that can be used to store nine total rifle magazines as well as five pistol magazines. The bags cost less than $70. Ruger Shooting Range BagThe Allen Company makes a variety of Ruger-branded range bags. They are very well-made and have many nice features. The Shooting Range Bag measures 11.5 inches by 7 inch and is perfect for pistol shooters. It has six magazine pockets, two 5-inch x 5-inch mesh pockets in its internal compartment, and a side compartment with MOLLE webbing (and removable cover), as well as a removable ammo caddy for the range. Even if you aren’t a Ruger fan, that’s quite a lot of kit at $50. Tactical Tailor Competition Shooter’s BagThe Tactical Tailor makes high quality, pressure-tested gear for professionals as well as competitors. This bag is perfect for those who need a lot of gear. The bag is duffel-style and measures 22x9x8 inches. It also has two 8x8x2.5 inch top compartments. There are side flap pockets, internal dividers, and additional storage pockets. The large storage area can easily fit gun, ammo, a competition rig, as well as an ear and pro. You will also find shoulder and carry straps. They are investment-grade gear, though their MSRP is high at $285.50. More Gun Cases and Range Bags Target grids and bullseye sizes can be downloaded in MOA. This is a great option for long-range shooting. Enter your email address below.