Pistol/Light Rifle EVO-Popper Kit – Base + 300mm Round Gong Target (8mm AR500 Armour Steel)
Pistol / Light Rifle EVO-Popper Kit – Base + 300mm Round Gong (8mm AR500 Armour Steel)
Reactive Target System for Handguns, PCCs & Light Rifles
This EVO-Popper Kit combines the EVO Target Base with a 300mm round gong made from 8mm AR500 armour steel. Designed for handguns, PCCs, and light rifle calibres, this system delivers high durability with reliable reactive performance in a compact, ground-based setup.
The 300mm round plate provides a large, forgiving strike zone with strong audible and visual feedback. Paired with the EVO-Popper Base, the system offers adjustable reactivity, auto-reset or fall-down operation, and a simple setup with no bulky frames or posts required.
✅ Key Features:
✔ Complete EVO System – Base and 300mm round gong included
✔ 8mm AR500 Armour Plate – Built for pistol and light rifle durability
✔ 300mm Round Gong Profile – Large, easy-to-hit reactive surface
✔ Adjustable Reactivity – Tune response using spring tension and limiter positions
✔ Auto-Reset or Fall Mode – Configure to suit your shooting style
✔ Compact Ground Setup – No frames, posts, or complex setup
✔ Australian Made – Precision-cut and built in Gippsland
🔧 What’s Included:
- 1 x EVO-Popper Target Base (main body + detachable legs)
- 1 x 300mm Round Gong Plate (8mm AR500 armour steel)
- Stainless Steel Pins, Clips & Recoil Spring
- Target Mounting Bolts
- All Required Assembly Hardware
🛡 Target Rating – 8mm AR500 Armour Plate:
Suitable For:
- Handgun calibres (.22LR to .45 ACP)
- PCCs and light rifles (.223 Rem, 5.56 NATO, .300 Blackout)
- Shotgun (birdshot and buckshot)
Not Rated For:
- Calibres above .300 Blackout
- High-powered rifle cartridges or extreme velocity ammunition
Recommended Use (Angled – EVO System):
Handguns:
🔹 Angled (16°–20°+): 10m+
🔹 Vertical: 15m+
Light Rifles / PCCs:
🔹 Angled: 30m+
🔹 Vertical: 50m+
Shotgun (Birdshot & Buckshot):
🔹 Angled: 15m+
🔹 Vertical: 20m+
🔹 Max Velocity: 2,750 fps
🔹 Min Velocity: 750 fps
🔹 Max Energy: 1,500 ft-lbs
📌 Subsonic rounds (<1,100 fps) may reduce reactive performance
📌 Regularly inspect for wear when using rifle calibres
⚙️ How It Works:
The EVO-Popper system is a spring-assisted reactive target. When struck, the plate rotates backward and reacts based on your setup:
Auto-Reset Mode (Spring Installed)
The plate returns forward after each hit for continuous shooting
Fall Mode (Spring Removed)
The plate falls back and stays down for clear hit confirmation
Spring Tension Adjustment
- Lower tension = easier activation for pistols
- Higher tension = improved control with rifles
3-Position Limiter System
- Short travel = faster reset
- Longer travel = greater visible movement
⚠ Higher tension combined with limited travel increases impact force and wear over time
📊 System Notes & Setup:
- Plate Diameter: 300mm
- Mounted Height: ~590mm (varies slightly with setup and terrain)
- Mounting Pattern: EVO 4-bolt system only
📌 Best performance achieved with spring tension matched to calibre and distance
📌 Optional V-Stakes or 300mm Nail Pegs recommended for stability (sold separately)
⚠ Additional Notes:
- Target plate is supplied raw/uncoated
- Images may show painted or powder-coated finishes for reference
- Base is not armour-rated — avoid striking the base directly
- Modular system – replacement parts available
🔔 Summary:
A durable, centre-fire capable reactive target system built for pistols and light rifles. The EVO-Popper 300mm AR500 Kit delivers strong feedback, adjustable performance, and reliable operation in a compact, ground-based setup.


















