Description
There's something about a shaped steel target that beats punching holes in paper all afternoon. This Birchwood Casey howling coyote gives you a fun, recognizable profile to aim at, and every solid hit answers back with that satisfying ring you can hear from the firing line. It's cut from 3/8-inch AR500 steel, the same abrasion-resistant plate serious shooters trust for a target that lasts through thousands of rounds instead of denting and dishing out on you.
What the Howling Coyote Silhouette Handles
The 12-inch coyote is rated to take up to 3,000 ft-lbs of bullet energy, which covers the vast majority of common centerfire rifle and handgun loads, plus shotgun slugs. That energy rating is your guide for staying safe and keeping the plate looking good. Run it with the calibers it's built for, keep your distances reasonable, and this thing will outlast a whole lot of ammo. Precision laser cutting leaves a clean, burr-free edge, so it's easy on the hands when you're setting up and packing out.
Setting Up the AR500 Coyote Target
Birchwood Casey went with a single-hole design here, so hanging is about as simple as it gets. Drop it on a chain or bolt it to a 2-in-1 gong hanger and target stand, and you've got your own range in a few minutes. The bright white powder coat does double duty: it stands out against dirt and brush downrange for fast target acquisition, and fresh strikes show up dark against the white so you can call your hits without walking downrange.
It's a great pick for casual plinking, sighting in before hunting season, or building out a steel array with a few different shapes and sizes. Steel that talks back keeps everybody at the bench grinning, and this coyote holds up to the punishment while it does it.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Birchwood Casey
- Model: AR500 Gong
- Manufacturer Part Number: BC-47718
- UPC: 888151083888
- Style: Howling Coyote Silhouette
- Material: AR500 Steel
- Thickness: 3/8 inch
- Silhouette Size: 12 inches
- Maximum Bullet Energy: 3,000 ft-lbs
- Finish: Bright White Powder Coat
- Edge: Precision laser-cut, burr-free
- Mounting: Single hang hole
- Rated For: Centerfire rifle and handgun
- Quantity: 1
- Shipping Weight: 5.485 lbs
What’s Included
- One Birchwood Casey AR500 Howling Coyote 3/8" steel silhouette target (12")
Frequently Asked Questions
What calibers can I shoot at the AR500 Howling Coyote target?
The plate is rated to withstand up to 3,000 ft-lbs of bullet energy, which covers most common centerfire rifle and handgun loads along with shotgun slugs. Stick within that energy rating and keep your distances reasonable to protect both the target and yourself. Steel-core, armor-piercing, and magnum rifle rounds at close range can shorten a target's life, so match your load to what the plate is built for.
How do I hang the Howling Coyote silhouette?
It uses a single hang hole, so you can run it on a chain or bolt from a steel target stand or a 2-in-1 gong hanger. Birchwood Casey and other makers sell stands and hangers separately if you don't already have one. Once it's mounted, you're ready to shoot in just a few minutes.
Will AR500 steel dent or wear out?
AR500 is an abrasion-resistant hardened steel chosen specifically for its ability to take repeated impacts without cratering the way mild steel does. As long as you shoot the calibers it's rated for at appropriate distances, this coyote will hold up through thousands of rounds. Keeping shots within the energy rating is the key to a long-lasting plate.
What safe distance should I shoot steel from?
A common starting point is at least 15 yards for handguns and 100 yards for rifles, though you should always follow the guidance for your specific setup. Proper distance keeps splatter and fragments heading down and away rather than back toward the firing line. Eye protection is a must any time you're running steel.




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