Rifle Targets

The LOLLI-POPPER is the answer to the problem rifle shooters have with resetting long distance steel targets. In short, envision an 8" armor plate target mounted to a 36" flexible shaft, with a steel base approximately 4' x 4'. The base just sits on the dirt and doesn't require any anchorage of any kind. The entire unit weighs 46 pounds, and is shipped disassembled. 4" and 6" target sizes are also available.

How Does It Work? - Similar to our AUTO-POPPER spring loaded pistol target, the purpose of this target is to eliminate the need to send a runner 2-300 meters down range after every shooter to reset the steel. After every shot, the flexible shaft allows the target to move (assuming that the marksman hit the target). In a close range application of repeated hits on the target, it could move as much as 36" total, and if it is hit on the edge of the target, it will begin to move side to side. Usual movement will be 6-10", depending on range, caliber of bullet, etc.

What Will It Stand Up To? - During our testing, we shot the Double Lolli-popper from 30 yards with 1,000 rounds of .223, 20 rounds of 30.30, 60 rounds of .223 SS109, and other various rounds. While you do see some dimpling on the front of the target, the back of the target remained completely smooth. Nothing had enough of an impact to bulge any part of the back of the target. I need to mention that, while we hammered it at 30 yards, the target life expectancy will be severely reduced if you are shooting it at that range. I would hope that 50 yards would be a minimum. We did shoot it with .338 Winchester Magnum. Don't be shooting this target with a .338 Win Mag. At least not at 30 yards. This round went through so fast it didn't have time to bulge the back of the target. If you are a bullseye shooter, I wouldn't recommend this target for you. Our intent was that this target would be used as an assault/competition training tool. If you are constantly hitting one of these targets in exactly the same spot from about 50 yards, 1) you are shooting too slow, and 2) you'll probably be able to eat your way through it. You should have no problem with standard 30.06 and .308 cartridges at 100 yards or more. Give it a shot and see what happens!

Price: $396.48 ea

The first time I ever saw the Double Swinger, I thought it was a joke as far as Law Enforcement training was concerned. Then they made me shoot it. Then they made me shoot it in the dark, holding a flash light. I developed a healthy respect for it then and there, and the more I shot it, the more fun I had.

The two round target plates are different diameters, but the arms are nearly the same length, so it is only slightly heavier on the bottom than the top. The object is to get it to rotate completely around, in the fewest number of shots. Shooting the bottom target pushes the top target toward you. Shooting the top target as it begins to swing back gives it more momentum. You get the picture.

The focus required of the shooter is what makes this such a great tool. You not only have to hit the target, you have to hit it at the right time. And if you only shoot the bottom one (the larger one) it takes forever to get the full rotation.

That first night we shot it with pistol, but it is just as much fun with bird shot, OO Buck, or your rifle. With a .223, a 30 round mag, and 100 yards, you've got your work cut out for you, guaranteed. The down side is, you'll run out of ammo before you want to stop shooting it!

For your shooting pleasure (or frustration), the Double Swinger (part no. DS) is affordably priced, and as you would expect, the price includes the shipping charges.

Price: $380.80 ea

Dueling trees have always intimidated me. Not from the shooting point, but from the manufacturing and durability point. I hate working on equipment at the range, so when I build a product, I want it to be "zero" maintenance. Most, if not all the "brand X" trees feature some kind of a post with an arm behind it that pivots. There is a target of some size or shape welded to that arm. I've had nightmares about that whole design, and to convince myself I wasn't delusional, I bought one of my competitors trees. We broke the first target off of it in about an hour - 480 rounds, and much of it was 9mm. But hey, it was cheap......

The MGM Dueling Tree is available in 4 or 6 target configurations. Our post is an angle iron. The target hinges are the same 1" solid round bar design we use on our plate racks, so I know they are good for a zillion rounds. And of course, we still use only 500 Brinell hardness steel for our targets. Our price may seem like a lot of money compared to Brand X, but my bet is you'll never have to replace these.

For rifle use you can purchase the armor plate option.

Price: $639.52 ea

Intended to eliminate long range target resetting, the standard 10" circle with a 5" head hangs below a horizontal stainless shaft. There is a large white piece of polycarbonate plastic in front, and hiding behind is a smaller piece of plastic that is painted fluorescent orange.

When the target is hit the swinging motion of the target moved the white plastic down and the orange plastic up, so the shooter (and the range officer) get an eye full of orange. No question about whether or not the target is hit, no whining. View a short 500kb video of the Flash Target in action. We know a .223 caliber bullet will effectively activate this target out to 400 yards. We have actually shot it at 550 yards in the MGM 3 Gun, but at those yardages, regardless of caliber of rifle, you need a spotter. This target was used in the 2002 USPSA 3 Gun Nationals in the “Bolt Rifle” stages, out to as far as 700 yards and continues to be used in most major 3-guns. Note: The vertical flatbar that the target is connected to has been turned sideways, so the bullet can no longer go through the thickness of the flatbar. The bushing that pivots on the SS shaft is still manufactured for grease zerks, so it swings easy.

At least one of our competitors has flattered us by making their imitation of this product. As always, it is my recommendation that you get your magnifying glass out, and look at all the details before you invest. If their product looks like it will give you better service and performance than ours, they have earned your business, and you've got no heartburn from us.

Price: $419.00 ea

How many different training tools can you make out of one basic silhouette? We don't know yet, but the FLAG Target definitely fits into the "different" category!

With typical MGM simplicity, we use an IPSC target with an 6" hole in the chest. With accuracy development in mind, the object is to shoot through the hole and hit the hinged plate in the back. When this is successfully accomplished, you'll see a fluorescent red "flag" at the shoulder of the target. The target plate hinge is on an angle such that, after it is shot, gravity will close the door. Again, you have no resetting of the targets. You may want to paint the target plate the same fluorescent red, and for a real challenge for your shooters, designate the remainder of the body as a "no shoot". Simple, fun, effective, and gratifying bargain.

Price: $445.00 ea

Updated for 2010! We're having WAY too much fun here! We call this target the Hostage Target, even though you wouldn’t shoot at a hostage. It is really a head sized target behind a hostage, like a terrorist holding a grandma, or something similar, but we couldn’t come up with a name that didn’t project images of blood and brains, so we settled on the "Hostage Target".

We start with our standard 500 Brinell full size IPSC silhouette target which is 18" wide, by 30" tall. The body is 24" tall, the head is an additional 6" x 6", to get to 30". On the back of this, we welded two tabs that allow us to mount a removable 1" diameter solid round bar. We then have an 8" diameter target on a bracket that can slide left to right on the round bar. This enables the person calling the shots (no pun intended) to be able to expose any amount of the terrorist he that he/she chooses to, varying the degree of shot difficulty. The round can be positioned all the way to either side, or at any point in between. When the round is hit it bounces back to the position you set. This reduces the amount of time to reset the target, so you can spend more time training and less time reseting targets.

This target utilizes our standard post and base combination, putting the top of the shoulder at 5’ tall. There is a structural tube base, with a structural tube post. The post telescopes on to the top of the base, and on to a tube mounted on the back of the target. You can shoot the post tube anyplace (except at ground level) and you will still be able to slide it off of the target. Usually, if the overlapping area isn’t protected, a misplaced round will dent both tubes, eliminating the possibility of sliding the outer one off of the inner one.

In passing, I need to mention that if you need different silhouette shapes, the most difficult part is letting us know exactly what it is you want. We do lots of custom cutting. While one of a kind is pricey, several units we can do relatively inexpensively. Give us a try. I’m betting you’ll be glad you did.

Price: $474.88 ea

This is another one of those that a customer asked us to build for him, and then it got out of hand. We are grateful to Mr. Skip Harris who is involved with training at West Point, for presenting this idea to us.

The head shot overall area is 3.5" wide x 1.75" tall, with the "eye" area 1" x 3.5", and the "nose" area 1.25" wide and .75" tall. Chest is a 5" diameter circle. That's why we call it a precision rifle target!

Target doors are available in two different thicknesses. Specify Standard Duty for .223 and pistol, or Heavy Duty for .308, 300 Win Mag, etc. It should be mentioned that the door material is EXACTLY the same for the standard and heavy duty doors. The reason we make two different weights of doors is, a .223 won't reliably open the heavy doors, and a .308 slams the standard doors so hard they bounce shut. If you are sniping with a .338 Lapua, please call so we can quote you prices on a more heavy duty silhouette, and MUCH heavier doors.

WE KNOW THAT THIS TARGET WILL BE ABUSED, and probably shot much closer than a sniper should be shooting it. Just like paper targets, the doors should be considered an expendable part, and when they start getting pretty shot up, please call and order replacements. As it is, the doors are interchangeable so you can put the bottom on top, and vice versa.

Also available with heavy doors for .308, .300 Win Mag, etc. at a slightly higher price.

Price: $465.50 ea

This target was developed for some of our special forces units that required a target that would be durable, easy to place on a range, and easy to retrieve. Perfect for all terrain, this target is extremely easy to set up. Just Stab it into the ground and Shoot! Designed with a flat top so it can be easily hammered into the ground if necessary.

Price: $291.00 ea

The Sniper Base is compatible with all MGM auto poppers. When assembled, the target will be about 6" off the ground and weighs enough that it doesn't have to be otherwise anchored. These things are practically hurricane proof!! This will help if you have grass or brush to contend with. When used with an Auto Squirrel, it is a great addition to any varmint hunter's practice session.

Price: $70.00 ea

This 10" diameter round target is for our Tactical Target System. This target also comes in 8" round and 12" round diameter measurements.

This Tactical System is designed by MGM and consists of several modular units. By being a modular system the shooter can use the same base and stand with a multitude of target options. This 10 inch diameter target should only be used with the MGM Tactical System.

Price: $62.00 ea

This AR Post with Tube Base is part of the MGM Tactical System.

The Tactical System was designed by MGM as a modular target system. This is the H-Base and the AR500 post. Targets are available separately.

Price: $162.00 ea

This Tactical System by MGM is designed with the same base and stand with a multitude of target options. This E Silhouette target has a H-Base that supports an AR500 post that is turned edgewise to the target. The targets simply slide onto the top of the post and a horizontal cross bar limits the sideways motion. This is the most versatile steel target system that we have seen. We think you will like it too.

This is Travis shooting 55gr FMJ's about 10 yards away from the MGM BCC Zone, a target with similar bullet resistance to the Tac E Silhouette...

Price: $501.76 ea