[Former Proud Canadian]

1500 meter range? Short of the world's record 2200 meters.

http://www.snipercountry.com/Articles/KillingShot_2430Metres.asp

[Republic of Texas]

1500m is impressive, and probably quite adequate for the job. 2200m is mind boggling. Some of the ex-military guys at the gym were talking about that, and they were even blown away by 2200m. THAT, is free long distance!