Scorpion Slide-Lock Hanger Kit (8mm AR500)
Quick-Swap Target Hanger, Suits 8mm AR500 Centrefire Scorpion Posts (1x Kit)
Quick-Swap Armoured Target Hanger for Light Rifle & Handgun Scorpion Posts
The Slide-Lock Hanger Kit – 8mm AR500 is designed for shooters running handgun and light rifle calibres like 9mm, .45 ACP, .223, 5.56 NATO, and .300 Blackout. When paired with the 8mm AR500 Scorpion Post, this heavy-duty hanger allows you to prepare multiple target plates for rapid, tool-free swaps during training, competition, or recreational shooting. Its robust construction and integrated recoil spring system ensure a stable, durable mounting solution under high-volume shooting.
📌 Supplied Raw – Uncoated 8mm AR500 Armour Plate
📌 Includes Zinc-Coated Hardware & Recoil Spring Mounting Kit
📌 Designed for Quick-Swap Use – No Tools Required to Change Targets
📌 Compatible with Single-Bolt Centre Mount Target Plates (8mm AR500 or Lower)
📌 Best Suited for Plate Rack Gongs, IPSC Silhouettes & Round Gong Profiles
Why Use a Slide-Lock Hanger?
✔ Quick Plate Changes – Mount one hanger to each target plate for tool-free swaps in seconds
✔ Durable Under Fire – Made from 8mm AR500 to match the strength of the 8mm Scorpion Post
✔ Pistol & Light Rifle Optimised – Ideal for close-range handguns and stability to withstand light rifle forces.
✔ Recoil Spring System Included – Absorbs energy and prolongs hardware life
✔ Field-Ready Finish – Supplied raw (uncoated) so you can customise if desired
📌 Powder coating tends to wear off quickly with use, so the raw finish doesn’t impact performance. If preferred, protective coatings are available via our Target Maintenance & Accessories section.
Compatibility & Use
✔ Specifically designed for the 8mm AR500 Scorpion Post
✔ Not compatible with 6mm or 10mm Scorpion Posts – will not fit due to material thickness mismatch
✔ Best paired with 8mm AR500 target plates
✔ Physically compatible with 6mm Mild Steel and 6mm AR450 targets, but not recommended – system rating is limited to the weakest component
✔ Physically compatible with 10mm AR500 targets – while this does not increase the system’s safety rating, it can be beneficial when using light rifles, as the heavier plate helps reduce forward/backward sway and system movement, improving shooting stability
✔ Target plates must have a single-bolt centre mount
📌 Important Note: As with all Slide-Lock systems, we recommend using a target plate that fully covers the hanger. While the hanger is made from hardened AR500 and fully armoured, covering it reduces visual distractions and creates a cleaner, more focused sight picture for the shooter.
📌 Always ensure you're using the correct hanger for your Scorpion Post:
- 6mm Hanger = 6mm Post
- 8mm Hanger = 8mm Post
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10mm Hanger = 10mm Post
Matching the material ensures correct fitment — hangers will not physically attach to posts of a different thickness.
📸 Photo Disclaimer: Some product images may show parts finished in powder coat for visual reference. Please note that many components in the Scorpion range — including posts, slide-lock hangers, and mounting hardware — are supplied raw and uncoated unless otherwise stated. The only common powder-coated components across the Scorpion line-up are the base legs (6mm mild steel). The 6mm Mild Steel Scorpion Post and its hanger are the only variants with black powder coating applied. All other versions (AR450 and AR500) are supplied raw and uncoated.
If desired, raw components can be finished or coated after delivery. Please read the product description carefully to confirm finish and material before purchasing.
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