{"product_id":"ipsc-competition-popper-kit-8mm-ar500","title":"IPSC Competition Popper Full-Kit – 8MM AR500","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIPSC Competition Popper Kit – 8MM AR500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete IPSC Popper System with Base, Target \u0026amp; Activation Key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SPI IPSC Competition Popper Kit is a complete IPSC-compliant steel target system designed for centre-fire competition, club matches, practical shooting, and high-volume training applications. Combining the SPI IPSC Popper Base Kit with a premium 8MM AR500 IPSC Popper Target Plate, this kit provides a durable, competition-ready target system suitable for serious IPSC shooters, clubs and ranges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned specifically for IPSC-style shooting, these targets are precision cut directly to official IPSC dimensions with no oversized border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDropdown Options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 IPSC Mini Popper Kit – 8MM AR500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 IPSC Standard Popper Kit – 8MM AR500\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIPSC Standard Popper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Height: 850mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Head Diameter: 300mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Shoulder Width: 200mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Base Width: 150mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIPSC Mini Popper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Height: 560mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Head Diameter: 200mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Shoulder Width: 135mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Base Width: 100mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit Includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ 8MM AR500 IPSC Popper Target Plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ SPI IPSC Popper Base Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Front Support Leg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Rear Support Leg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Rubber Impact Buffer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ All Mounting Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ 1 x FREE SPI AR500 Linking Activation Key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIPSC-Compliant Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll SPI IPSC Popper Targets are precision cut directly to official IPSC Mini Popper and IPSC Popper dimensions with no additional border or oversized outline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides shooters with a true IPSC target presentation suitable for practical shooting training, club competition, and graded IPSC matches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many \"IPSC-style\" targets on the market, SPI IPSC Popper Targets are manufactured to IPSC dimensions, allowing shooters to train and compete using the same target profile and presentation expected during competition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfigurable Target Operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SPI IPSC Popper Base System allows the user to configure the target in three different operating modes depending on the desired application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Forward Falling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Rearward Falling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Static (No Fall)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese modes can be quickly changed using the adjustment positions built into the SPI IPSC Popper Base System, allowing the same target to be used for a wide variety of competition stages, training drills, and club events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you prefer a traditional falling popper, a rearward-falling target, or a static steel target that remains standing after impact, the SPI IPSC Popper Base System can be configured to suit your requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe target plate incorporates a forward-leaning design intended to help direct projectile splash downward under normal operating conditions while maintaining excellent target visibility and realistic IPSC presentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE Linking Activation Key Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach IPSC Competition Popper Kit includes one FREE SPI Linking Activation Key manufactured from 8MM AR500 armour steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Activation Key allows the popper target to be connected to pull cords, linking cables, carabiners, and mechanical target activation systems. When the popper falls after being struck, that movement can be used to activate additional targets and stage mechanisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Activation Key simply slips into one of the two activation slots built into the popper target plate and can be installed from either the front or rear of the target.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo activation positions are provided:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Lower Position – Reduced pull stroke with increased leverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Upper Position – Increased pull stroke with reduced leverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows shooters and match directors to fine-tune activation characteristics depending on the intended stage design and connected target system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Activation Key can be installed facing either direction, providing additional flexibility when routing cables and building complex stage layouts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe activation slots are a standard feature of all SPI IPSC Popper Target Plates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarget Interlinking \u0026amp; Stage Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included Activation Key can be used to activate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ IPSC Swingers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ IPSC Bobbers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Clamshell Pop-Up Targets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Drop Turners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Custom Reactive Target Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStag Point Industries also offers Activation Keys separately, along with a wide range of linking cables, cable redirect pulleys, activation brackets, counterweight systems, and target interlinking accessories to help build advanced IPSC stages and reactive target sequences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround Anchoring Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SPI IPSC Popper Base includes provisions for up to three ground spikes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn most applications where the popper is being used as a standalone target, ground spikes are typically not required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, when using linking cables, pull cords, activator systems, or other mechanically connected targets, we strongly recommend anchoring the base using SPI IPSC Ground Spikes to minimize base movement during target activation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSPI IPSC Ground Spikes are sold separately and can be found in their respective product listing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Complete IPSC competition target system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Premium 8MM AR500 armour steel target plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ IPSC-compliant Mini and Standard target profiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Includes SPI IPSC Popper Base Kit 6MM MILD STEEL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Includes FREE AR500 Linking Activation Key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Compatible with pull cords, carabiners, and linking cable systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Forward Falling, Rearward Falling or Static operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Realistic IPSC target presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Suitable for centre-fire competition use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Suitable for clubs, ranges, and match directors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Precision CNC-cut construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Premium Australian armour steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Individually hardness-verified armour plate material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the SPI Competition Popper Kit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for centre-fire competition and high-volume use, the 8MM AR500 target plate offers exceptional durability while the adjustable SPI Popper Base System allows shooters to configure target behaviour to suit their stage design requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included AR500 Activation Key also allows the target to become part of larger mechanical stage designs, making it ideal for clubs, match directors, and serious practical shooters wanting more than just a basic falling steel target.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery armour plate used in SPI armour steel products is sourced from premium material suppliers and selected based on minimum hardness requirements. Armour steel batches are hardness tested prior to manufacture to verify material suitability and consistency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠ Important Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 This listing includes the complete IPSC Competition Popper Kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Includes one FREE SPI AR500 Linking Activation Key.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Designed for center-fire IPSC applications and competition use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Mini and Standard Popper Kits utilize the same SPI IPSC Popper Base System.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Ground spikes are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Photos may show additional accessories and linked target systems for reference purposes only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📌 Please refer to our Safety, Distance \u0026amp; Calibre Ratings page for recommended calibres, shooting distances, and product suitability information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stag Point Industries","offers":[{"title":"Mini Popper Kit (Full-Kit)","offer_id":46553505234998,"sku":"SPI-IPSC-MINI-POP-BAS-KT-AR508","price":447.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Standard Popper Kit (Full-Kit)","offer_id":46553505267766,"sku":"SPI-IPSC-STD-POP-BASE-KT-AR508","price":604.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/1707\/7558\/files\/IPSCpopperstd_3bd630b6-1398-4212-b1c6-f11f154d106d.png?v=1783069091","url":"https:\/\/www.stagpointindustries.com.au\/products\/ipsc-competition-popper-kit-8mm-ar500","provider":"Stag Point Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}