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FAQ
Q: How close can you shoot steel targets?
A: Our minimum shooting distances are 10 yards for a pistol, and 100 yards for a rifle.
Q: Can you shoot steel targets with steel jacketed rounds?
A: This is not recommended because steel jacketed rounds can pit when used on steel targets.  We recommend always using eye and ear protection.
Q: What is AR500 steel, and what is it used for?
A: AR500 steel is a more hardened type of steel, and it is used commonly for steel targets and armor.
Pistol Ammo Minimum Distances:
10+ yds (When shooting pistols, make sure you angle your target towards the ground.)
Rifle Ammo Minimum Distances:
​.22LR   -   50+ yds
.223   -   125+ yds
.22-250 Rem.   -   250+ yds
.243 WSSM   -   125+ yds
.270 Win.   -   125+ yds
7mm Mag.   -   200+ yds
.30-30 Win.   -   100+ yds
.308 Win.   -   100+ yds
.30-06 Spfd.   -   100+ yds
.300 Win. Mag.   -   200+ yds
12 gauge shotgun slug rounds and rifle rounds over .30 caliber require 1/2 inch or thicker AR500 steel plate.
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