KRATE Tactical AR500 Steel Shooting Targets – 3/8" – Made in The USA – Metal Silhouettes and Gongs for Shooting Range and Gun Practice with Rifles, Handguns and Shotguns

I brought this to a range session we had through work (law enforcement). I have the large silhouette and mounted it on a wooden 2x4 with the spring mounted t-post kit and the 4-legged metal base. I set it up when I first got to the range around 9am, and the wooden 2x4 finally gave up the ghost and cracked in half around 4pm. We shot literally thousands of rounds at it - pistol and rifle (9mm, .40, .45, and .223). This beast chewed up everything we shot at it. Pistol distances were as close as 15 yards, while rifle distances were around 65 - 150 yards, but the majority were at 65 yards. There were only some very shallow surface dimples left in the target by the end of the shooting session. A quick coat of spray paint and it looks almost new again. It lets out a very satisfying ring when struck, and is easily heard even with earmuffs or plugs. It was easily the most popular target for everyone to shoot. If you are going to get one of these, spend the extra money on the spring mounted t-post and base. This thing is a blast to shoot and I highly recommend it.

The first time I shot steel was in the military. The clanging sound it made gave me instant gratification. We had courses set up that not only improved our accuracy but our speed as well. Pistols were always shot at 25+ yds and rifle at 100+ yds. I shot thousands of rounds through my rifle and my pistol on steel. You may find this hard to believe but I could hit a 12 inch steel target at 100 yds with my 9mm pistol. If you get steel to shoot you will not be disappointed. Yes it is more expensive but if you follow all the safety precautions and take care of your steel, it will last for many satisfying years. Never shoot armor piercing rounds on your steel if you want it to last. It will pit your steel increasing your chances of getting hit by splash back or a ricochet over time. Set up your own course with different size steel targets at different distances and test your skills. You can even set up competitions between you and your friends to see who gets bragging rights. If you are on the fence about whether it is safe to shoot steel, take a look at all the videos on YouTube. Just type "shooting steel" in the search window. And if your wondering if I was ever hit by splash back the answer is yes. Always when I was shooting my pistol at 25 yds but don't worry. It happens from time to time and was never serious. Just a small scratch with a little blood. Everyone on the range should always wear eye and ear protection. Remember to always follow the manufacturers safety precautions for the gun you are shooting!!! I will be buying more from this seller.

This target has seen a ton of 22lr, as well as .308 and .223 rounds. Even from 50 yards .223 does no damage. The image I've included is a 1" group from 150 yards with 180 grain .308 Federal Soft Point. .308 leaves the tiniest little divot in this steel, you can barely feel it. It will hold up to many thousands of rounds IMO. The laser cuts are very clean. I think these targets are a good value, with clean cuts and a good heat treat / hardness. Definitely recommended.

I have put around 300 rounds of 9mm into this at 10 yards and it's holding up well. Shot some 5.56 at it at about 30 yards and I don't recommend doing that lol because it will pit it. Great plate though!

This was my first gong target purchase. I chose the 8" target for an all around size. It is great! It is a high quality target for a very good price. It has had .45, 9 mm, .380 and a host of other calibers shot at it. With a fresh coat of paint, it still looks brand new. There is absolutely zero pitting from impact on my target. I definitely recommend it and I will be getting other sizes in the future.

Took a big blasting from 223 & 308. Paints up fine, good steel at a steal of a deal. Would recommend.

Have put three of these through the paces at 100, 200 and 275 (no...not truly long range, but hunting range) over the past few months. We have hit these with everything from .22, 5.56 up to 6.5CM, 12 and 20 gauge at all three distances, lead and copper, and they are holding up great.

Look to be well made but center hole won’t fit their Elephant hangers.