Description
The Champion Rimfire Dueling Tree turns a box of .22 into an afternoon of fun. Built around a sturdy one-piece steel post with four swinging paddle targets, it delivers that satisfying steel "tink" and a visible swing every time you make a good hit. Miss and the paddle stays put, so there's no guessing whether you connected. It's the kind of target that keeps beginners engaged and gives experienced hands a moving goal to chase.
What Makes the Rimfire Dueling Tree Worth Setting Up
The magic here is gravity. The forward-leaning design lets each paddle swing from one side to the other when struck, then hang there ready for the next round. That means you can burn through hundreds of rounds without walking downrange once to reset anything. Rimfire ammo stays cheap, the feedback stays instant, and the whole thing runs on nothing but your aim.
Setting Up and Shooting the Champion Dueling Tree
Setup is tool-free, so you're not fighting with wrenches at the range. Stand it up, spread the base, and you're shooting. The high-visibility paddles are easy to pick up against a backdrop, and you can run it two ways: race a friend to swing all the paddles to their side in a classic duel, or work it solo, calling out plates and drilling your transitions. It plays nice with both .22 pistols and rifles, so a Ruger 10/22, a Mark series pistol, or whatever rimfire you favor all get a workout.
A quick word on safe use: this target is rated for .22 rimfire only, and shooters generally like to stay back at least 15 yards with eye protection on to keep splatter in check. Treat it right and it'll take thousands of rounds and keep swinging. For families getting kids into the shooting sports or anyone who wants a reactive target that never needs a trip downrange, this one earns its spot in the truck.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Champion
- Manufacturer Part Number: 40869
- UPC: 076683013026
- Target Type: Dueling tree, reactive steel
- Material: Steel
- Paddle Count: 4 swinging steel targets
- Post: One-piece steel, 38 inches
- Rated Caliber: .22 rimfire only
- Reset Style: Gravity swing, no manual reset needed
- Assembly: Tool-free setup
- Shipping Weight: 10 lbs
What’s Included
- Champion Rimfire Dueling Tree target with one-piece steel post
- Four swiveling steel paddle targets
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is the Champion Rimfire Dueling Tree rated for?
This target is built and rated for .22 rimfire only, both pistols and rifles. The lighter paddles are sized so a .22 has enough energy to swing them cleanly. Running heavier centerfire rounds against it isn't what it's designed for, so stick with rimfire to keep it working right.
How far back should I stand from the dueling tree?
Most people set up at 15 yards or more and always wear eye protection, since steel targets can throw splatter back at closer ranges. That distance keeps things safe while still making the paddles easy to hit. Pistols and rifles both work well from there.
Does the Rimfire Dueling Tree reset itself?
It does, in the sense that it never needs a manual reset. Each paddle swings to the opposite side when hit and hangs there ready to go, so you keep shooting without ever walking downrange. Gravity and your aim do all the work.
Is the Champion Dueling Tree hard to set up?
Not at all. Setup is tool-free, so you just stand the post up and spread the base to get shooting. It breaks down about as fast as it goes together, which makes it easy to toss in the truck for a range trip.




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