Point-blank range denotes the distance a marksman can expect to fire a specific weapon and hit a desired target without adjusting its sights. If a weapon is sighted correctly and ammunition reliable, the same spot should be hit every time at point-blank range.

What is point blank range in modern warfare?

As the name suggests, point blank kills are basically close range kills where you have to be really close to your enemy in order for it to register. These can be tricky to get, though, as the distance between you and your enemy is actually much shorter than you might expect.

What does the phrase Point Blank mean?

1a : marked by no appreciable drop below initial horizontal line of flight. b : so close to a target that a missile fired will travel in a straight line to the mark. 2 : direct, blunt a point-blank refusal.