Range Guide

Q-FBI paper qualification target
Paper Qualification Targets Explained: B-27, Q-FBI, ICE-QT and More
B-27, Q-FBI, IALEFI-QR, ICE-QT, SQT-A1, NRA bullseye and USPSA paper: what each qualification target looks like, how it's scored and when to use it. Read more...
Steel Challenge 10 inch round, 12 inch round and 18x24 rectangle plates by Shooting Targets USA
Steel Challenge Stages Explained: How to Practice at Home
All eight Steel Challenge stages explained, with official plate sizes and counts, how scoring works, and how to set up and practice each stage safely at home. Read more...
3/8 inch AR500 steel gong target by Shooting Targets USA
Best Steel Targets for .308
How to choose and hang steel for .308: 3/8" plate, 100-yard minimums, gong sizes by distance and the targets we recommend. Read more...
Can of steel and rubber target paint
How to Paint and Maintain Steel Targets (and How Long They Last)
Keep your steel easy to read and safe to shoot. How to paint targets, handle rust, check hardware and know when a plate should be retired. Read more...
Gong Starter Kit of 3/8 inch AR500 steel gongs by Shooting Targets USA
Best Steel Targets for .223 and 5.56
What steel to use for .223 and 5.56, why fast 55-grain loads need 200 yards, which ammo to keep off steel, and the targets we recommend. Read more...
Shooting Targets USA Speed Rack with six 8 inch SR500 steel plates
5 Steel Target Drills to Run With a Shot Timer
Five classic shot timer drills adapted for steel targets, with safe distances, setups and tips for tracking your progress. Read more...
Gong Starter Kit with 8, 10 and 12 inch 3/8 inch AR500 gongs and hangers
Best Steel Targets for Beginners: What to Buy First
New to steel? Start with a few 3/8" AR500 gongs in different sizes plus hangers. Here's what to buy first, why, and how to shoot it safely. Read more...
Quick Stands 2x4 brackets holding a steel target
How to Hang and Mount Steel Targets: Chains, Hangers, T-Posts and Stands
Chains, hangers, T-posts or a steel stand? Here's how each way of mounting steel targets works and which one fits your range. Read more...
SR500 Speed Rack steel pistol target by Shooting Targets USA
Best Steel Targets for 9mm: What to Buy and How to Set Them Up
The best steel targets for 9mm, from gongs and torsos to the Texas Star, plus safe distances and a simple setup guide. Read more...
1/4 inch AR500 steel gong set with hangers from Shooting Targets USA
1/4" vs 3/8" Steel Targets: Which Thickness Do You Need?
1/4" steel is for pistol and rimfire; 3/8" handles pistol and most centerfire rifle. Here's how to pick the right steel target thickness for your guns. Read more...
Shooting Targets USA Texas Star spinning steel target with five SR500 plates
Texas Star Target Guide: Setup, Reset and Drills
How a Texas Star target works, how to set it up and reset it, and the drills that help you hit its spinning plates. Read more...
Gong Starter Kit with 8, 10 and 12 inch 3/8 inch AR500 gongs
Steel Target Size by Distance: What Size Gong for 100, 200 and 300+ Yards
What size steel gong to use at 100, 200 and 300+ yards, with an easy MOA table for our 4" to 16" 3/8" AR500 gongs. Read more...
Gong Starter Kit with 8, 10 and 12 inch steel gongs for a backyard range
How to Set Up a Backyard Steel Target Range
Planning a steel range on your own land? Start with local rules, a solid earth backstop and a safe direction of fire, then set your steel up the right way. Read more...
Shooting Targets USA SR500 steel dueling tree with six paddles
Dueling Tree Drills and Games for Two Shooters
Six head-to-head games and solo drills for a steel dueling tree, plus how to set up two shooters safely on the same firing line. Read more...
Rimfire Reset Pack self-resetting .22 steel targets from Shooting Targets USA
Best Steel Targets for .22 LR (Rimfire Guide)
Which steel targets work best with a .22 LR, how far away to shoot them, and how to set up a rimfire steel range that's safe and fun. Read more...
SR500 Dueling Tree reactive steel target
Static vs Reactive Steel Targets: Which Should You Buy?
Static gongs and torsos are simple and work for most guns and distances; reactive poppers, spinners and the Texas Star add speed and fun. Here's how to choose. Read more...
Q-FBI paper target used for pistol practice
Paper vs Steel Targets: Which Is Better for Practice?
Paper shows exactly where every shot lands; steel gives instant feedback and faster practice. Here's when to use each, and why most shooters need both. Read more...
AR500 steel gong starter kit by Shooting Targets USA
How Far Away Should You Shoot Steel Targets? Safe Distances by Caliber
Minimum safe distances for shooting steel targets with rimfire, pistol and rifle, plus why velocity matters, how to set up steel safely, and common mistakes. Read more...
Steel dueling tree target gift by Shooting Targets USA
Steel Target Gift Guide for Shooters (Every Budget)
The best steel target gifts for shooters, from stocking stuffers to the Texas Star. Every steel target made in the USA. Read more...
SR500 Texas Star steel target by Shooting Targets USA
AR500 vs SR500 Steel Targets: What's the Difference?
AR500 is the classic steel-target standard. SR500 is steel built specifically for shooting. Here's how they compare, which one you need, and how to shoot steel safely. Read more...