IPSC Competition Popper Targets – 8MM AR500 Armour Steel
IPSC Competition Popper Targets – 8MM AR500 Armour Steel
IPSC-Compliant Popper Targets for Centre-Fire Competition & Match Use
The SPI IPSC Competition Popper Targets are designed for shooters, clubs, match directors, and training facilities wanting a true IPSC-compliant steel target system built for regular centre-fire use. Manufactured from premium 8mm AR500 armour steel, these targets are designed to deliver exceptional durability, consistent performance, and long service life under demanding competition and training conditions.
Designed specifically for use with the SPI IPSC Popper Base System, both Mini and Standard Popper targets utilise the same mounting system and can be interchanged without modification. Simply select your desired target size from the dropdown menu.
Dropdown Options:
📌 IPSC Mini Popper – 8MM AR500
📌 IPSC Standard Popper – 8MM AR500
Target Dimensions:
IPSC Standard Popper
📌 Height: 850mm
📌 Head Diameter: 300mm
📌 Shoulder Width: 200mm
📌 Base Width: 150mm
IPSC Mini Popper
📌 Height: 560mm
📌 Head Diameter: 200mm
📌 Shoulder Width: 135mm
📌 Base Width: 100mm
IPSC-Compliant Dimensions
All SPI IPSC Popper Targets are precision cut directly to official IPSC Mini Popper and IPSC Popper dimensions with no additional border, oversized outline, or modified profile. This provides shooters with a true IPSC target presentation suitable for practical shooting training, club competition, and match use.
Unlike many "IPSC-style" targets on the market, SPI Popper Targets are manufactured to IPSC dimensions, allowing shooters to train and compete using the same target profile and presentation expected during competition.
Configurable Target Operation
The SPI IPSC Popper Base System allows the user to configure the target in three different operating modes depending on the desired application:
✔ Forward Falling
✔ Rearward Falling
✔ Static (No Fall)
These modes can be quickly changed using the adjustment positions built into the SPI IPSC Popper Base System, allowing the same target plate to be used for a wide variety of competition stages, training drills, and club events.
This flexibility allows shooters and match directors to tailor target behaviour to suit stage design requirements without changing the target plate itself.
Whether 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.
The 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.
Key Features:
✔ IPSC-compliant Mini and Standard Popper profiles
✔ Manufactured from premium 8mm AR500 armour steel
✔ Designed for centre-fire IPSC applications
✔ Compatible with the SPI IPSC Popper Base System
✔ Interchangeable target plate design
✔ Forward Falling, Rearward Falling or Static operation (base dependent)
✔ Realistic IPSC target presentation
✔ Forward-leaning target design
✔ Suitable for competition, club use, and training
✔ Excellent resistance to wear and deformation
✔ Precision CNC-cut construction
✔ Premium Australian armour steel
✔ Individually hardness verified armour plate material
Competition Ready
The 8MM AR500 IPSC Competition Popper Targets are the recommended option for regular centre-fire handgun use, IPSC club competition, and graded IPSC matches.
Manufactured from premium AR500 armour steel, these targets are designed to provide exceptional durability while maintaining the correct IPSC target profile and presentation. The heavier 8mm construction also provides improved longevity under high-volume use compared to thinner training targets.
Every 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.
Why Choose 8MM AR500?
For serious IPSC shooters, training with the same target dimensions, presentation, and material commonly used in competition provides the most realistic training experience possible.
The SPI IPSC Competition Popper Targets are designed to bridge the gap between club-level training and competition-grade equipment, providing a robust and reliable target system suitable for both private use and commercial range environments.
For economical .22LR-only practice, see our IPSC Popper Training Targets manufactured from 6MM Mild Steel.
For rimfire applications requiring increased durability, see our IPSC Rimfire Popper Targets manufactured from 6MM AR450 Armour Steel.
Compatibility:
Designed for use with:
• SPI IPSC Popper Base System
• SPI IPSC Mini Popper Kits
• SPI IPSC Standard Popper Kits
⚠ Important Notes:
📌 This listing is for the IPSC Popper Target Plate only.
📌 IPSC Popper Base sold separately.
📌 Recommended for centre-fire IPSC applications and competition use.
📌 Mini and Standard Popper Targets utilise the same SPI IPSC Popper Base System.
📌 Target supplied raw and uncoated unless otherwise stated.
📌 Photos may show complete assemblies and additional accessories for reference purposes only.
📌 Please refer to our Safety, Distance & Calibre Ratings page for recommended calibres, shooting distances, and product suitability information.