DT-Cadet Duelling Tree – 22LR Reactive Target System (Mild Steel)

$785.00
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DT-Cadet Duelling Tree – .22LR Reactive Target System (Mild Steel) with REACK X-BASE and Mild Steel Face Plate

Budget-Friendly Duelling Tree for .22LR Handgun & Rifle Training

The DT-Cadet Duelling Tree is a fun and cost-effective reactive target system, perfect for .22LR shooters looking to improve speed, accuracy, and target transitions. Ideal for solo drills or friendly competitions, this system allows shooters to engage multiple shots quickly, as the paddles flip side to side with each hit.

Built from premium mild steel, this budget-friendly system delivers an engaging shooting experience while remaining lightweight, portable, and easy to set up. Designed with a forward lean to help deflect bullet fragments downward, it is well-suited for close/mid-range .22LR target engagements—and even closer when using the AR450 upgrade.

📌 For .22LR handguns & rifles only – Not rated for centrefire calibres
📌 Premium Mild Steel Construction – Budget-friendly with AR450 armour upgrade options available anytime
📌 Includes REACK X-BASE – A fully collapsible, quick-deploy stand designed for compatibility with a variety of interchangeable targets systems.
📌 Paddles Sold Separately – Compatible with 50mm & 100mm paddles in 6mm Mild Steel or AR450 Armour Plate! To purchase flip paddles, visit the [Steel Gongs, Paddles & Target Plate Profiles page]

Includes REACK X-BASE – Portable Reactive Target Stand

A fully collapsible, quick-deploy stand designed to support reactive target systems, including duelling trees and drop trees. Featuring a stable X-shaped leg design, this base offers maximum stability, quick deployment, and secure target attachment, making it an ideal foundation for the DT-Cadet Duelling Tree.

📌 This listing includes the REACK X-BASE with Mild Steel Face Plate – (No paddles are included)
📌 Quick-Deploy System – Fast setup and takedown using quick-release pins
📌 Heavy-Duty Load Capacity – Supports the duelling tree with exceptional stability
📌 Lock-In Floor Plate – Auto secures the target spine at the correct lean angle for consistent performance
📌 Multi-System Compatibility – Designed for:

  • DT-Cadet Duelling Tree
  • DT-Alpha Duelling Tree
  • Cadet Drop Tree
  • Cadet Armoured Drop Tree
  • Alpha Drop Tree

Flip Paddle & Armour Upgrade Options:

✔ Flip Paddles Sold Separately – Compatible with 50mm & 100mm paddles in 6mm Mild Steel or AR450 Armour Plate!
✔ Easy Bolt-On AR450 Armour Upgrade Available! – A 6mm AR450 spine armour plate can be installed to bring the system in line with the DT-Cadet Armoured version (sold separately). Drilling required for installation, but easy to fit. With this upgrade, closer target engagement is possible—especially for handgun users
✔ For higher calibres, consider the DT-Alpha Duelling Tree, built from 8mm AR500 armour plate and rated for handguns & light rifles. 

📸 Photo Disclaimer: Images may show additional accessories for reference, but this listing is for the DT-Cadet Duelling Tree with REACK X-BASE only. Flip paddles and optional upgrades are sold separately

🇦🇺 Proudly Made in Gippsland, Victoria, Australia

Calibre Ratings & Shooting Distances (Premium Mild Steel .22LR Only):

🛑 Handgun or Rifle:
🔹 Angled (17° to 20°+) Targets: 25 metres+
🔹 Vertical (Perpendicular) Targets: 50 metres+
🔹 Maximum Velocity: 1,200 fps at impact
🔹 Minimum Velocity: 800 fps at impact (not applicable to air guns)

⚠ Important Notes:

  • Not rated for centrefire or high-velocity rimfire calibres
  • Subsonic rounds under 1,100 fps may not provide enough force to flip paddles reliably
  • Rounds under 500 fps may cause ricochets or bounce-back, especially with soft lead pellets or copper-plated rounds

📌 For full calibre ratings, visit our [Safety, Distance & Calibre Ratings page]