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Steel targets turn a quiet afternoon of plinking into a game you can hear, and this Birchwood Casey rimfire set is one of the easiest ways to get there. It's a group of round gongs cut from 1/4-inch AR500 steel, sized and rated specifically for the low energy of .22 Long Rifle and airguns. No more squinting through a spotting scope trying to confirm hits on paper. You just hang them, step back, and let the ping tell you where your shots landed.
AR500 is abrasion-resistant, heat-treated steel, and the 1/4-inch thickness here is matched to rimfire on purpose. These plates are rated to handle up to 400 foot-pounds of energy, which covers .22 LR and pellet guns without the pitting or cratering you'd see on cheaper mild steel. Each gong wears a bright white powder coat that stands out against dirt, brush, or snow, so spotting your group from the bench is quick and easy. The edges are cut clean and burr-free, which makes them nicer to handle when you're setting up and tearing down.
Because these are hanging-style gongs, they swing when hit, giving you both the sound and the visual confirmation that make steel so addictive to shoot. They pair naturally with Birchwood Casey's 2-in-1 gong hanger and a nested 2×4 stand if you want to build a full range setup, though a chain and a sturdy backer will work too. Keep in mind rimfire steel is meant for rimfire, so stick to .22 and airguns and you'll get years of use out of it.
Whether you're teaching a new shooter, working on transitions, or just burning through a brick of .22 on a Saturday, reactive steel keeps things fun in a way paper never quite matches. This set gives you multiple targets to work with straight out of the box.
These 1/4-inch AR500 gongs are built specifically for .22 Long Rifle and airguns, and they're rated to handle up to 400 foot-pounds of energy. Stick to rimfire and pellet guns to keep the plates in good shape. Centerfire rounds carry too much energy for this thickness and should be shot on thicker 3/8-inch steel instead.
Each gong has a single hole for hanging, so they swing freely when hit for that classic ping and movement. They pair well with Birchwood Casey's 2-in-1 gong hanger and a nested 2×4 stand if you want a complete setup. You can also use chain, bolts, or your own bracket as long as the plate hangs at a slight downward angle.
For .22 rimfire, a good starting point is around 25 yards or more, which keeps splatter safely directed downward and away from the shooter. Hanging the gong at a slight angle helps deflect fragments into the ground. Always give yourself sensible distance and eye protection when shooting any steel.
The bright white powder coat will chip and scuff over the target face where rounds land, which is normal and expected with any painted steel. The AR500 plate underneath stays solid and keeps ringing. Many folks just repaint the face with spray paint when they want fresh visibility for spotting hits.
| UPC | 888151081952 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 41580 |
| Model | |
| Mount Type | Hanging |
| Product Type | Steel |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Shipping Weight | 6.275 |
| Style | Gong |
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