Birchwood Casey Round Steel Target Plate — 12", Hanging, NM500 Steel, Centerfire Rifle/Handgun, Black/Red/White (Model RND12 | UPC 888151033074)
Level up your drills with the Birchwood Casey 12" Round Steel Target Plate—a rugged NM500 steel gong designed for centerfire rifle and handgun training. The larger 12-inch diameter offers a forgiving yet challenging aim point for distance carbine work and pistol fundamentals, while the black/red/white graphics provide crisp contrast you can see in varied light. Hang it, send rounds, and get instant feedback from the unmistakable ring and swing of quality steel.
Why This 12" NM500 Plate Belongs on Your Range
NM500 Steel Durability: Purpose-built for repeated hits (with proper ammo and standoff), this plate shrugs off high-volume practice and stays flat longer.
Centerfire-Rated Versatility: Ideal for both rifles and pistols—run carbine zeros, holdovers, and transitions, then switch to handgun cadences without changing targets.
High-Visibility Face: The black/red/white target face pops against timber, dirt, and berms for faster sight acquisition and easier coaching from the line.
Hanging Gong Feedback: Audible steel ring and visible movement confirm hits instantly so you maintain rhythm and track corrections shot-to-shot.
Generous 12" Size: More forgiving than 8–10" plates at distance, making it perfect for 100–300+ yard carbine standards and 10–25 yard pistol work.
Train Smarter, Not Slower
Fewer Cease-Fires: No need to paste paper after every string—maximize reps and keep relays moving.
Better Cadence & Accountability: Immediate feedback rewards clean breaks and honest follow-through.
All-Skill Friendly: From new shooters to advanced classes, a 12" circle scales difficulty with distance.
Safety & Ammo Guidance (Read First)
Always follow Birchwood Casey’s guidelines and your range’s rules.
Stand-Off Distances (Common Best Practices):
Handgun: ~10–15 yards with quality, non-steel-core ammo.
Rifle: 100 yards or more for 3/8-class plates; increase distance for higher-velocity calibers.
Do Not Use: Steel-core, penetrator, AP, or “green tip” (e.g., M855) ammunition; avoid magnum rifle rounds at close range.
Angle & Fragment Control: Slight forward tilt sends splash downward; everyone on the line should wear eye/ear protection.
Inspect Before Use: Replace plates with craters, cracks, or severe pitting—damaged steel is unsafe.
Mounting Tips
Hanging Hardware: Use rated chains, rubber straps, or AR-rated hangers; check hardware before every session.
Stable Stand: A-frames, T-posts, or crossbars with a safe backstop are recommended.
Height & Offset: Mount at torso height with adequate side/back clearance to mitigate ricochets.
Care & Maintenance
Repaint as Needed: A quick coat of white or black restores contrast; add a red center for refined aiming.
Dry & Store: Wipe moisture to reduce surface rust; store in a dry spot between classes.
Hardware Check: Tighten or replace worn links and bolts routinely.
Ideal Use Cases
Carbine Standards: 50–300 yard holds, transitions, and recoil management drills.
Pistol Fundamentals: Draws, throttle control, and accuracy confirmation at 10–25 yards.
Club Bays & Private Ranges: Durable, high-visibility gong that keeps relay times tight.
Instructor Kits: Easy to spot, easy to score, and quick to reset for multi-student lines.
Specifications
Brand: Birchwood Casey
Product: Round Steel Target Plate (Hanging)
Diameter: 12 inches
Material: NM500 steel
Application: Centerfire rifle/handgun (observe ammo & distance rules)
Finish/Color: Black/Red/White high-contrast face
Mounting: Hanging (chains/straps/hangers may be sold separately; verify contents)
Model #: RND12
UPC: 888151033074
What’s in the Box
Who It’s For
Action-pistol & carbine shooters who want instant, honest feedback
Instructors & clubs standardizing drills and speeding up classes
Private range owners seeking durable, low-maintenance target solutions
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**Go the distance with confidence—**the Birchwood Casey 12" Round NM500 Steel Target Plate rings, swings, and stands up to centerfire training so you can shoot more and reset less.
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