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Top 10 Shooting Range Targets for your Backyard

If you are a shooter who is lucky enough to have a backyard or additional space big enough to have your own shooting range, this is the post for you. Whether you already have a shooting range built and want to improve it or you are ready to make your own, we have selected our top targets for your shooting range. This way you can practice with the best shooting equipment possible to get the best results.

Our shooting targets include items from across the internet and not just Amazon. The list we have below has some of the highest quality and industry standard targets from some of the best shooting target manufacturers available. This includes IPSC rated targets and very popular popper targets so you don’t have to manually reset them so you can spend more time shooting rather than fixing your targets. All targets here are at least made with AR500 rated steel for super long lasting quality.

Check out what shooting targets will peak your interest below.

Highwild Complete Steel Target System

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Best Price

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Easy Assembly

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AR500 Steel

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Full Set and Stands

Summary

A Complete AR500 Steel Target System is here, get and shoot it! The Highwild Complete Steel Target System is the ultimate shooting system with great combo price! Target stand is quick and easy assembly. All parts can be replaced separately. Comes with 1x Target Stand & 2x Extension Beam & 6x Chain Mounting Kits & 4″,6″,8″,10″,12″ Gong Targets + 7″x 12″ Torso Target.

SR-1 Handgun/Small Rifle Target System

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Best Quality

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Handgun/Small Rifle

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AR500 steel

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86 pounds / 39kg

Summary

The AR500 Armor TMG Target Systems SR-1 is designed for handgun ammo (from 9mm to .45 caliber ball and frangible), as well as small rifle rounds such as .223/5.56 and 300 Blackout ball and frangible ammo at 100 yards. At 60″ long X x 36″ wide, the SR-1 weighs approximately 100 lbs., and includes the new cam guard to protect the mechanical reset system.

AR500 Steel Targets Silhouette and Base

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Yellow Zinc Plated

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Veteran Owned

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Laser Cut Quality

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Certified AR500

Summary

Manufactured, sold and shipped EXCLUSIVELY by Shootingtargets7 in Hudsonville, Michigan. All targets feature a lifetime guarantee when used as directed. 1/2″ AR500 targets easily withstand rifle rounds up to 338. 1/2″ are the preferred thickness for rifles used in heavy Club use or Military / Police training. Target will last forever with proper use AR500 steel is a special high carbon steel hardened to withstand repeated shots, bullets simply bounce off or vaporize upon impact.

Challenge Targets Commercial Texas Star Targets

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Handguns, Rifles and Shotguns (buckshot)

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48" diameter hub assembly

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Includes 5 or 10 (double star) paddles

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AR500 Steel

Summary

The Challenge Targets Commercial Grade Texas Star Target 8” plates are held in places with a unique spring retention system. When shot, the plates are released from the retention pocked and fall to the ground. The change in weight distribution causes the hub and 8″ plates to rotate. The precision machined shaft and duel pillow bearings maximize the speed and change of direction with each successful shot on the plates.

MGM IPSC Silhouette Auto Reset Target

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XL Over 20 Silhouette

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Made in the USA

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3/8" AR500 steel

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Auto Reset US Popper

Summary

The MGM IPSC Silhouette Auto Reset Target follows in the footsteps of the excellent Auto Reset US Popper, MGM has the perfect complement in their IPSC Silhouette Auto Reset Target. The spring loaded target face resets itself after each shot. The IPSC Silhouette uses MGM’s standard 3/8″ AR500 steel for a long service life. Set the target on the included tube steel H-base for 5 second setup.

AR500 Complete Steel Targets Gallery

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Yellow Zinc Plated

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AR500 Steel

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Laser Cut Quality

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Veteran Owned

Summary

The complete set of AR500 Steel Targets for Pistols and Rifles from ShootingTargets7. It provides everything you need for setting up some of the best targets on the market just without the 2x4s needed to set these up. Target will last forever with proper use AR500 steel is a special high carbon steel hardened to withstand repeated shots, bullets simply bounce off or vaporize upon impact.

AR500 Armor® TMG Target Reset Silhouette

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3/8" AR500 Steel

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37 lbs / 16.8kg

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Handgun/Rifle

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4x4 Mount Included

Summary

The AR500 Armor® TMG Target Systems Reset Silhouette builds your skill level and keeps you from having to walk down range. The 5.5″ locking shoot target in the body and 4.5″ reset target in the head are made from AR555 steel. Shoot the body target and then shoot the head target to reset. It works with 9mm through .45 handguns at 10 yards and .223 and 300 Blackout rifle ammo at 100 yards.

Birchwood Casey Handgun Dueling Tree 3/8″

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6 shooting paddles

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AR500 Steel

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No tools required to assemble

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Centerfire handguns

Summary

The Birchwood Casey USA World of Targets Handgun Dueling Tree is designed for centerfire handguns. This larger frame target carries 6 – 6 inch diameter steel paddles. Each paddle is 3/8 inch thick usa made AR500 steel. Perfect dueling tree for 9mm to .45ACP handguns to test your aim on. No springs or mechanisms to reset or tools required to assemble.

LR-1 Long Range Target System

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Large Rifle Calibers

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12" targets

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3/8" AR500 Steel

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125 lbs / 56.8kg

Summary

The LR-1 locking and reset target is designed to be used with large caliber rifle rounds such as .308/7.62×51, .300 WinMag, .338 Lapua at 100 yards and further. At 60″ long x 40″ tall x 36″ wide, the LR-1 weighs approximately 125 lbs. and an upgraded cam guard to protect the mechanical cam reset system.

Challenge Targets DIY Auto-Reset Popper Plates

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4" Diameter steel paddles

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12" tall x 5" diameter

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Centerfire handguns

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3 Units Included

Summary

These commercial grade, AR500 steel targets are designed for heavy use in professional and commercial applications. No more walking down range to reset your targets. Our auto reset handgun targets fall completely down when shot then reset to the upright position. Adjustable spring tension lets you shoot all your favorite non-magnum handgun calibers. Simple enough for backyard plinking and durable enough for competition matches. You’ll never go back to shooting paper targets!

The beauty of having your own shooting range is that you get to decide what you want to put on it. Getting the best targets for your range will not only make you a better shooter, but it make your life much easier to manage and clean once you are done shooting.

We also have a wide range of some of the best magazines for your AR-15 and rifle sights if you are interested.

 You are only as effective as your training. Make sure you get plenty of training with various types of firearms. Remember, Practice Makes Proficient.

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