Highwild Target Stand AR500 Steel Target System - 12" x 20" Hostage Target with 2x4 Stand Mount Kit

Great set-up for the price. The AR500 target holds up well to repeated use, and I appreciate knowing that the stand, hanger, and plate are all compatible when I purchase as a set at a price less than that of individual components. The hostage swinger target is a fun added feature, and the total package is comparable to other similar targets that cost much more.

The silhouette hangs at a downward angle measured at 11 degrees. Put in a beveled washer to correct to 20. Assuming that matters to you. 20 degrees would be safer when firing upon this target at shorter distances. This AR500 steel had no divots after being hit with FMJ 9mm and 22lr at 25 yards. The orange plate swings back and forth adequately when struck. Some assembly is required. You will need a 4 ft long 2x4, or cut the wood to whatever height you choose. Will also need a drill in order to make 2 holes to mount the steel holder, and a set of wrenches or an adjustable wrench. 3/4 inch sized wrench needed to tighten the nut that fastens the large carriage bolt holding up the plate. Thankfully hardware was provided and nothing was missing. Kit comes with one Allen key. This kit is a bargain at half the price of similar sized AR 500 3/8 inch steel targets+ stands. Also know that these are not rimfire targets, so don't expect rimfire calibers like 22lr to hit with enough force to swing the orange circle gong, as this kit is not made with lighter steel found on rimfire targets.

I purchased this as I needed something relatively soon for a range trip. It works as advertised, with some limitations that you must understand prior to usage of this target. Fit and Finish - The powder coat finish is a nice touch however remember that you'll likely be painting over it relatively quickly. I found a near exact match by luck at my local hardware store that paints over and blends quite nice. All hardware was present during the unboxing and assembly. I did have to borrow a friend's drill to make the two holes for the top mounting bolts. Drilling the holes was easy as I could use the top hanger as a stencil for drilling. I was able to transport the 2x4 with ease while the top target hanger was bolted to the wood. The target stand is easy to assemble and I used a toolkit with a socket kit to clamp the wood into it without any issues. You could use an adjustable wrench if space or tools are limited. Usage - I primally used the target as a standard 12x20 inch target with the hostage plate as just a challenge plate. I noticed that sometimes hitting plate near where the hostage spinner is mounted causes it to move slightly. This may be something to consider if you're trying to go for both targets in quick succession. I used 9mm (124g +P NATO) and 5.56x45 (55g FMJBT (14.5 inch barrel)) without any deformation to the steel. You may run into some issues with steel core ammo however in my case steel core is prohibited due to fire risk. I did not use any rifle rounds on the hostage plate, as I wasn't sure the plate could handle the shock on the welded sections as shown in other reviews. I did notice in some instances the impact on the steel plate would transfer to the welds on the hostage spinner and require another hit on the main plate to reset. For this reason, I did drop the review a star. The only way to prevent this would to have a separate mount for the hostage spinner which would drive up the cost significantly. It's a minor inconvenience but does still function fine the majority of the time. I used two rocks to secure the stand to the ground to reduce movement from the hanger to the plate. The plate was able to move with each hit to reduce spalling as designed. Overall, I'm happy with the purchase. I can't comment on the long term durability as the plate hasn't seen a ton of rounds yet. If I experience any deformation, pitting, or cracked welded sections I'll update this review. For a piece of steel to have the ability to also have a hostage plate attached, it's an excellent value. Just be mindful of what you throw at the hostage plate.

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100% worth it. Was very impressed. Have taken it out to the range at least 10 times already and holding up well.