--- product_id: 21961712 title: "8\"x3/8\" AR500 GONG" brand: "shootingtargets7" price: "£60.33" currency: GBP in_stock: null reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21961712-8x3-8-ar500-gong store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # 2100 FPS max Zinc plated 3/8" thick steel 8"x3/8" AR500 GONG **Brand:** shootingtargets7 **Price:** £60.33 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎯 Hit the target, feel the rush! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 8"x3/8" AR500 GONG by shootingtargets7 - **How much does it cost?** £60.33 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21961712-8x3-8-ar500-gong) ## Best For - shootingtargets7 enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shootingtargets7 brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **💪 Built to Last:** Engineered to withstand repeated impacts from high-velocity rounds. - • **🔊 Satisfying Sound:** Experience the thrill of a resonating clang with every hit! - • **⚙️ Effortless Setup:** Designed with 1/2" mounting holes for quick and easy installation. - • **🌦️ Weatherproof Durability:** Rust-resistant zinc plating ensures year-round use, rain or shine. - • **🏆 Perfect for All Skill Levels:** Ideal for both practice sessions and competitive shooting. ## Overview The AR500 Steel Targets are expertly crafted from 3/8" thick AR500 steel, designed for rifles up to 2100 FPS. Laser cut and zinc plated for enhanced durability, these targets provide a satisfying auditory feedback upon impact and are resistant to rust, making them perfect for outdoor use in any weather. With easy mounting options and a compact size, they are ideal for both practice and competition. ## Description AR500 Steel Targets - 2100 FPE - 3/8 Inch AR500 Steel Gong - Laser Cut, Zinc Plated, Reactive ## Features - AR500 Steel Targets: Our 3/8 AR500 gong targets are perfect for rifles. The material gives a satisfying sound off and moves when hit by projectiles, making them ideal for 5.56 rifle shooting. - Laser Cut USA Steel: The steel target is laser cut from USA steel, which is zinc-plated for added durability. The steel targets withstand spall and bullet strikes under 2850 FPS. - Anti-Rust Target: Steel targets are coated with zinc plating to prevent rusting, ensuring your shooting target is built to last and can be used in all weather conditions. - Easy Mounting: Our gun range targets feature 1/2" mounting holes in the mounting ears, making it easy to set up your metal targets for shooting. Get your ar500 steel targets 3/8 - Perfect for Practice: Whether you're practicing or competing, our steel shooting targets are the perfect choice. They're designed to endure repeated hits from pistol targets and rifle targets. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Size | 8 inch | | Material | 3/8" Ar500 Steel | | Color | 8" Gong | | Sport | Rifles to 2100fpe | | Brand | ShootingTargets7 | | Item Weight | 5.6 Pounds | | Shape | Round | | Item Thickness | 0.38 Inches | | UPC | 731236270737 | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 8.3 x 7.7 x 0.9 inches | | Package Weight | 2.95 Kilograms | | Brand Name | ShootingTargets7 | | Manufacturer | ShootingTargets7 | | Part Number | 15-AGAP-3YHG | | Style | 8" Gong | ## Product Details - **Size:** 8 inch - **Material:** 3/8" Ar500 Steel - **Color:** 8" Gong - **Sport:** Rifles to 2100fpe - **Brand:** ShootingTargets7 ## Images ![8"x3/8" AR500 GONG - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61D5uCIr4eL.jpg) ![8"x3/8" AR500 GONG - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7113FBpEX8L.jpg) ![8"x3/8" AR500 GONG - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Oo0TOQajL.jpg) ![8"x3/8" AR500 GONG - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61rPBZZOqUL.jpg) ![8"x3/8" AR500 GONG - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Y7Pr866wL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What happens to the bullet? Isn't there a risk of ricochet?** A: There is a very low risk of ricochet because we angle our targets downward so the bullet is deflected right into the ground. **Q: What would be the minimum range for Rifles?** A: We usually recommend 50 yards but if you are over 2850 FPS at the target keep backing up until you are under 2850 FPS. **Q: What is the size of the bolt holes?** A: The bolt holes are 1/2 inch on our targets. **Q: Are the gong targets measured by diameter or radius?** A: We measure all of our targets by diameter or top to bottom on torso targets. **Q: Can you shoot at both sides?** A: Yes. We even recommend that you do. It's great to flip it when you are sighing in your gun so you know exactly how much to adjust. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These are probably the best value you will find. Highly recommended. *by B***0 on May 22, 2018* Great quality! It is unpainted which saves costs. The target was cleaned up so there were no burrs or scratches on the target.As far as sound, I use electronic ears so I can hear the ring very well. My shooting partner was using foam ears and had trouble hearing it. The gong swung a good foot backward when hit and takes a few second to settle down.I have seen pictures on the internet where shooters used huge chains to hang the target. That may help reduce the swinging a bit. I used the bolt-nuts-washer technique and used #36 bank line to hang the target. The angle of the hanging target prevents ant spalling from hitting and damaging or cutting the bank line. I shot it one time and it did come loose. Though I had trashed the bank line. Nope, hit the carriage bolt and broke the cap off the bolt. The bolts used were not grade 8, just standard old carriage bolts from the hardware store. If I were shooting distance where errant shots are more likely, I would still use the bank line.We were shooting this at 125 yards with .223 FMJ and it did not damage the gong except when we hit the very edge of the target on two sides. This normal for steel targets Now ALL AR500 targets should be hit by bullets below 3,000 fps, though many advertise 2,800 is okay.I came back here to order another steel target (8") so I thought I would go ahead and give my review.MOTE: I used steel pipes to build my stand. It break into 5 sections (but used 12 pieces total) for moving. It makes a bundle the size of a camping chair. Making another stand using furniture steel pipe fittings. You have to order those, they do not have them at ANY hardware store. Got four 3-way fittings for $11 delivered here on Amazon! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You will not be disappointed. *by M***Y on April 8, 2016* Originally purchased the 6" gong to test one out. Was kind of skeptical, never shot steel. I have shot several hundred rounds at the target, mostly 9mm, and no damage at all. I have since purchased more from shooting targets 7. Two 8" gongs & two 10" bullseye gongs. These targets are high quality at an affordable price. Shipping is quick also. These targets will last a life time and are much better than shooting paper. Feedback is instant without having to go look to see where you hit. I paint these with $1 a can spray paint from Walmart & you can see the paint chip where the bullet hits. Shoot them up then re-paint. Very fun. It is good to have several to practice accurate speed shooting. The bullseye targets have become the favorite. Adds an extra challenge to try and hit the center to see it pop up. My recommendation is to buy the mounting chains they offer to hang them with. You can't buy them any cheaper and they are good quality. The 10" bullseye gongs come with the chains, ready to hang. I hang them off steel shepherds hooks purchased from Home Depot in the garden center. They don't splinter like wood frames do. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great *by A***N on May 6, 2022* These plates have exceeded my expectations. They seem to be finished is a corrosion resistant plating, they have good quality cuts without burrs on them and they have held up to the calibers stated in the description. We have used 5.56 NATO on 2 of them at as close as 20 yards (which is way closer than the manufacturer spec) and they have some very shallow pitting but overall I am impressed with the abuse they have been able to withstand. We have shot .22, .380ACP, 9mm, .40cal,.45ACP, 12gauge 7.5 target load at 15 yards, and none of that even puts a dent in the plate. It was only once we started shooting 5.56 NATO at 20 yards at a few of the plates that they started pitting, which is to be expected because they aren't rated for that. Overall I am impressed and will be buying more. ## Frequently Bought Together - AR500 Steel Targets - 2100 FPE - 3/8 Inch AR500 Steel Gong - Laser Cut, Zinc Plated, Reactive - FULLBOW AR500 Steel Targets for Shooting 3/8 Inch, AR500 Silhouette and Steel Target Hangers/Kit, Magnetic Stencils, Sold Separately - Caldwell High Caliber AR500 Steel Targets 3/8 Inch Thickness, Rifle Rated for Precision Shooting and Target Practice with Hanging Options (Sold Separately) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21961712-8x3-8-ar500-gong](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/21961712-8x3-8-ar500-gong) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*