Beginner 3 Gun Competition Rifle

[cfiore]

Im new to calguns.net so I hope I posted this in the correct forum.

I am hoping I can get a little advice. I am in the beginning stages of getting into 3 gun competitions. My questions is regarding my rifle. I currently own a Sig 556 Swat Patrol and I am wondering if this is a good rifle to start with? Should I spend the money and modify it, (new trigger, make it lighter etc.) or start over with an AR?

Any advice is appreciated?

[SuperSet]

Shoot whatever you have, then decide on modifications.
Are you running an optic?
How about your shotgun and pistol?

[HighLander51]

Most guys run AR-15's, Benelli's and STI/SVI/Glocks. Most important thing is to start shooting 3 gun (assuming you have some prior handgun competition experience). Try X3 at Piru and Pala 3 gun.

[cfiore]

SuperSet- Thanks for the advice. That seems to be the general consensus with other people I've talked to. Currently I have a MTec 1-4x optic. That is what I will probable end up doing.

Highlander51-I have some had gun experience and very limited competition experience. Currently my had gun is a RIA 1911 .45, but I am planning on getting a M&P 9 very soon. I do not have a shot gun at this time. I am planning on borrowing one until I figure out what I want and have the funds available.

[SuperSet]

You're good to go, man. You'll compete in Tac Optics and the Burris MTAC is a great scope for the money. I shoot a Burris TAC30 now and there are several folks doing very well with that scope.
Welcome to the sport!