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Steel targets change the way a range day feels. Instead of walking downrange to check paper, you hear the ping and see the swing the second you connect. The Caldwell AR500 8" Gong & Target Stand Combo gives you that whole experience in one box, pairing Caldwell's through-hardened AR500 steel gong with a collapsible stand and their XL strap hangers. It's a favorite for folks who want to pull a kit out of the truck, set it up in a couple minutes, and start shooting.
The gong itself is 3/8" thick AR500 that measures roughly 9" tall by 8" wide, painted bright yellow so it stands out against dirt, brush, or a tree line at distance. That steel is rated for velocities up to 3,000 fps and energies up to 3,500 ft-lbs, which covers a huge range of common handgun and rifle loads when you're shooting from the right distance. Two squared holes let carriage bolts lock into the rubber strap hangers, so the gong hangs freely and swings on impact without needing tools to attach it.
Caldwell went a different direction with the stand. Rather than a swing-set frame, this one uses a sled-style base with legs that resist creeping backward under repeated hits, and it ships with ground stakes to keep everything planted. The whole thing collapses down flat for transport and stores easy in a truck bed or gear bag. One nice touch reviewers point out is that Caldwell prints the caliber ratings, velocity limits, and setup guidance right on the back of the plate, so the info is with you at the range instead of buried in a manual.
The AR500 gong carries a lifetime guarantee, and the stand and straps are covered under warranty as well. A lifetime warranty on something you're literally shooting at isn't common, and it speaks to how much abuse this steel is built to take. Set it up, hang the gong, back off to a safe distance, and enjoy the feedback that keeps you coming back.
The 3/8" AR500 gong is rated for velocities up to 3,000 fps and energies up to 3,500 ft-lbs, which covers most common centerfire handgun rounds and a wide spread of rifle cartridges. As a general rule, handguns should be shot from at least 10 yards and rifles from 100 yards or more. Avoid steel-core or armor-piercing ammo, since those will damage the steel and create unpredictable fragmentation.
For standard handgun calibers like 9mm, .40, and .45, 10 yards is the common minimum. Magnum handgun loads call for stepping back to around 25 yards. For rifles, 100 yards is the widely accepted starting distance to keep fragmentation safe and prevent pitting on the steel.
Yes. Instead of a swing-set style frame, this kit uses a sled-style base designed to resist creeping backward under repeated impacts, and it includes ground stakes to anchor it down. On flat ground it stays planted well, which is a big reason people leave it set up on hunting leases and private land.
It's built to be grab-and-go. The stand collapses flat for transport and reassembles in a couple of minutes, and the gong attaches to the strap hangers with squared carriage bolts that need no tools. Toss it in the truck, set it down, hang the gong, and you're shooting.
| UPC | 661120259985 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1140016 |
| Length | 36.1000 |
| Mount Type | Hanging |
| Product Type | AR500 Steel |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Shipping Weight | 23.25 |
| Style | Gong |
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