Description
The Firebird 65IR takes the popular 65BIO reactive target and adds a special infrared reflective coating, so these show up when you're running night vision or directed-light devices. Each one is a self-contained pyrotechnic target that gives you a brilliant microsecond flash, a solid percussion, and a cloud of white smoke the instant your round lands. That kind of feedback is what Firebird calls Instant Hit Recognition, and it means you can leave the spotting scope in the bag and just watch for the reaction downrange.
What Sets the 65IR Apart After Dark
The reflective coating is highly responsive to both white light and infrared, which is the whole point of this model. If you've got a thermal or NV setup and want targets that give you honest feedback in the dark, this is the one to grab. Going dark and shooting these is a genuinely good time, and it doubles as real training when the light drops.
Built to Shoot and Then Disappear
Each target rides on a biodegradable polymer shell that shatters completely and dissolves over time, so there's no cleanup and nothing left scattered across your range. At 65mm they're small enough to fit in the palm of your hand but wide enough to be an easy target across a range of distances. No mixing, no prep, no binary components. They ship ready to use.
How You Can Set Them Up
These work as static targets or on a moving trajectory, so you can stick one to a backer, a striker plate, or even clip one to a clay pigeon and chase it. They're rated for use with airguns, crossbows, and firearms, so long as you're putting a solid hit on them. The 10-pack gives you plenty of reactions to burn through in a single session, and your accuracy tends to tighten up fast once every hit talks back to you.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Firebird
- Manufacturer Part Number: 65IR
- UPC: 196852841066
- Target Size: 65mm
- Target Type: Self-Contained Pyrotechnic Reactive
- Enhancement Color: White Smoke
- Special Feature: Infrared Reflective Coating
- Reaction: Flash, Percussion, and Smoke (Instant Hit Recognition)
- Shell Material: Biodegradable Polymer
- Mount Type: Moving Trajectory / Static
- Compatible With: Airguns, Crossbows, Firearms
- Quantity: 10 Targets
- Weight: 0.70 lbs
- Country of Origin: United States
What’s Included
- 10 Firebird 65IR reactive targets
- Self-adhesive mounting stickers
- Striker plate
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Firebird 65IR different from the standard 65BIO?
The 65IR is the same reactive target as the 65BIO but adds a special infrared reflective coating. That coating shows up under night vision and infrared optics, so you can shoot these in low light or full dark and still see them clearly. Everything else, the flash, boom, and smoke, works the same as the standard version.
Can I use Firebird 65IR targets with an airgun?
Yes. These are designed to work with airguns, crossbows, and firearms as long as you land a solid, direct hit to set them off. Plenty of airgunners run these with powerful PCP and springer rifles and get reliable detonations.
How do I mount the 65IR targets?
They come with self-adhesive stickers and a striker plate, so you can set them up as static targets on a backer or stick one to a moving object like a clay pigeon. The manufacturer recommends only using the included stickers or striker plate to attach them rather than improvising a mount. At 65mm and very lightweight, they're easy to place just about anywhere on your range.
Do the Firebird 65IR targets leave a mess to clean up?
No. The biodegradable polymer shell shatters completely on impact and dissolves over time, so there's nothing to pick up afterward. That's a big part of what makes them convenient for range days.





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