12" AR500 Colt Popper Package

The 12" AR500 Colt Popper Package is a self-resetting steel rifle target built for high-volume training, competition practice and fast follow-up shots. The 12" target face features a 6" round strike zone and uses a heavy-duty spring to return the target upright automatically after impact. Choose Without Legs for the base setup or Add Legs to include the AR500 leg set that raises the target 6" off the ground. The target, base and optional legs are made from domestic 3/8" AR500 hardened steel. Made in the USA.

The hardened AR500 base is designed to handle the same demanding range environment as the target face rather than relying on a mild-steel base. Pre-drilled mounting holes allow the optional legs to raise the target 6" off the ground, or the same holes can be used as staking points when mounting the base directly to the ground. The target is rated for rifles up to 7.62x39 and .300 Blackout at 100 yards with a maximum rated impact energy of 1,500 ft-lbs. Handgun use is not recommended because the base geometry can redirect bullet splash toward the shooter.

See the Colt Popper in action with 3-Gun competitor Josh Froelich: watch the Shoot Steel Colt Popper video.

What's Included

• 12" Colt Popper target face with 6" round strike zone, 3/8" AR500 steel
• 3/8" AR500 hardened steel base
• Heavy-duty self-resetting spring system
• Without Legs: Leg set not included
• Add Legs: Includes 3/8" AR500 leg set that raises the target 6" off the ground
• Not included: Paint

Assembly

Mount the target to the AR500 base using the supplied self-resetting system. If you select the Add Legs option, install the leg set through the pre-drilled mounting holes to raise the target approximately 6" off the ground. If you select Without Legs, the same holes can be used as staking points to secure the base directly to the ground.

Safety and Usage

Minimum shooting distances and limits:

• Rifles up to 7.62x39 and .300 Blackout: 100 yards minimum
• Rifle above 3,000 fps muzzle velocity: 200 yards minimum
• Maximum rated impact energy: 1,500 ft-lbs
• Handgun use is not recommended due to the base geometry and potential bullet splash
• Increase distance any time you observe pitting on the target face

Always shoot perpendicular to the target face. Use quality eye and ear protection. Inspect the target, spring, base, legs and mounting points before every session and replace any component that shows cratering, severe pitting or structural damage. Repaint regularly to track impacts and monitor surface health. No steel-core, armor-piercing or tracer ammunition.

FAQs

What is the difference between Without Legs and Add Legs?
Both options include the 12" Colt Popper target, AR500 base and self-resetting spring system. The Add Legs option also includes the AR500 leg set that raises the target 6" off the ground. The Without Legs option does not include the legs.

What calibers is the Colt Popper rated for?
The target is rated for rifles up to 7.62x39 and .300 Blackout at a minimum of 100 yards. Maximum rated impact energy is 1,500 ft-lbs. For rifles above 3,000 fps muzzle velocity, increase the minimum distance to 200 yards.

Why is handgun use not recommended?
The base geometry can redirect bullet splash toward the shooter at typical handgun distances. This target is designed for rifle use at the specified minimum distances.

How does the self-resetting target work?
A heavy-duty spring connects the target face to the base. When the plate is hit, it moves rearward and the spring returns it to the upright position automatically, allowing you to continue shooting without manually resetting the target.

Can I use the target without the legs?
Yes. The pre-drilled holes used for the optional leg set can also be used as staking points to secure the base directly to the ground.

What is the target made from?
The target face, base and optional legs are made from domestic 3/8" AR500 hardened steel.

Does the Colt Popper ship painted?
No. The target, base and optional legs ship unpainted. White and bright orange provide strong downrange visibility.

Is this product made in the United States?
Yes. This product is manufactured in the United States using domestic AR500 steel.

Do you warranty your products?
Yes. We stand behind our products.

Personal and Recreational Use

• Target plates: covered against manufacturing and material defects for 90 days from date of delivery
• Welds: covered for 1 year from date of delivery
• Coverage includes weld integrity, materials and workmanship

Commercial and Range Use

• All components: covered against manufacturing and material defects for 90 days from date of purchase
• Coverage includes weld integrity, materials and workmanship
• Normal wear, pitting, cratering and target face degradation are not covered

To qualify for warranty coverage, targets must be used and maintained in accordance with Shoot Steel safety and distance guidelines, including:

• No steel-core, armor-piercing or tracer ammunition
• Minimum recommended distances observed at all times
• Target mounted to Shoot Steel specifications

Shoot Steel reserves the right to request photos or inspection of any claimed item prior to approval. Misuse and abuse are not covered. Need a copy of our safety guidelines? Email us.

To start a warranty claim, contact customerservice@shootsteel.com with your order number and photos.