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Steel targets are where the fun really starts, and this Birchwood Casey Alien silhouette adds a little personality to the mix. Cut from 3/8-inch AR500 steel, it delivers that satisfying clang you can hear from the firing line and gives you instant feedback with no walking downrange to check paper. The alien shape is a nice change of pace from the usual gongs and animal profiles, and it makes a great reactive target for plinking sessions, sighting in, or just settling a friendly bet at the range.
AR500 is abrasion-resistant steel with a Brinell hardness rating around 500, and that hardness is exactly what lets these plates take repeated hits without pitting or denting. When a bullet strikes properly rated AR500, the plate breaks up the projectile instead of letting it dig in, which keeps the face smooth and the target lasting for years. This one is rated to handle up to 3,000 foot-pounds of impact energy, so it stands up to centerfire handgun and rifle use alike. The edges are precision laser-cut for a clean, burr-free profile, and the bright white powder coat makes hits easy to spot even at distance.
The single mounting hole keeps setup simple, and it works well with chains, straps, or a bracket on a stand or post. For the best results and the longest target life, hang it with a slight downward angle so bullet splatter deflects toward the ground, and let it swing a little rather than bolting it down rigid. That movement absorbs energy and helps the plate ring clearly. Keep handgun distances at 10 yards or more and rifle distances at 100 yards or more, wear your eye protection, and stick to standard jacketed or lead ammo. Do that and this alien will be greeting you at the range for a long time.
The plate is built for centerfire handgun and rifle use and is rated to handle up to 3,000 foot-pounds of impact energy. Stick with standard jacketed or plain lead ammo, and avoid armor-piercing or steel-core rounds, which can damage the surface. Keeping rifle velocities under about 3,000 feet per second also helps prevent pitting over time.
A good rule of thumb is a minimum of 10 yards for handguns and 100 yards or more for rifles, adjusting for caliber and velocity. Standing too close raises the risk of fragment splatter coming back at you. When in doubt, back up and give yourself extra distance.
The single mounting hole works with chains, straps, or a bracket on a stand or post. Hang it with a slight downward angle so bullet splatter deflects toward the ground, and let it swing freely rather than bolting it down tight. That bit of movement absorbs energy, improves the ring, and extends the life of the plate.
The bright white powder coat will chip and scuff where rounds land, which is completely normal for steel targets and actually helps you spot your hits. The AR500 steel underneath keeps doing its job long after the paint shows wear. You can freshen it up with a coat of spray paint whenever you want the contrast back.
| UPC | 888151083895 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BC-47717 |
| Product Type | Steel |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Shipping Weight | 8.208 |
| Style | Silhouette |
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