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Dueling Tree Steel Target

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Arguably the only TRULY Rifle Rated Dueling Tree on the market.

"The Other Guys" offer a Dueling tree with a mild/plain steel upright and call it "RiFlE RaTEd". We call BS. If the front shield is NOT armored, then it's NOT a rifle rated system. We said what we said.

A few features of the Rifle Dueling Tree:

  • Fully armored upright shields, gussets, and paddles
  • Durable AR550 paddles (available in 3/8" and 1/2") for extreme use
  • Elegant powder coat finish for lasting quality and low maintenance
  • Locking paddles stay securely in place (some Dueling Trees double as clay pigeon launchers)
  • Forward lean design for reliability and effective fragmentation deflection

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Dueling Tree Steel Target

From the ground up this Dueling Tree steel target is far superior to other designs on the market. That isn't just sales pitch material, we mean it. We knew that the market was filled with dueling trees made from mild steel with AR500 paddles, and we also knew shooters needed something more. This market was hungry for a Dueling Tree that could handle anything from center fire pistols to calibers like 300 PRC. We started with the goal to create just that and it landed us here, to our Rifle Dueling Tree.

What makes this steel target different from the rest?

  • Entirely Armored. There are NO exposed components on this Dueling Tree target that are mild steel.
  • Armored Gussets, shields and paddles. This equates to less wear and tear, longer life, less maintenance.
  • AR550 Paddles: The paddles are manufactured from our AR550 steel to exacting tolerances.
  • Choose our Extended Breakdown Base OR our welded 26" Round Base for Extreme Stability
  • Forward angle dispels fragmentation toward the ground
  • Each paddle locks into the gussets so it is impossible for them to jump out during use

If your Dueling Tree uses mild steel for the upright it is not Rifle Rated. Period. Read the specs section for a full rundown of the paddle options, caliber and distance ratings. 

Why make such a robust Dueling Tree?

We became extremely worn out by companies talking about their "rifle rated" Dueling Trees only to find out they are selling their customers Dueling Trees that have mild steel uprights. If the upright is mild steel, it is NOT rifle rated and it WILL be dangerous if used with carbines. Don't take the risk. Other companies offer expensive "additional upgrades" to their Pistol Dueling Trees to make them "rifle rated". We skipped all that nonsense and decided you deserved the best Dueling Tree on the market, no games, no gimmicks. Rifle Rated and built to last your lifetime.

  • Choose either our Extended Breakdown Base OR our 26" Round Welded Base for Ultimate Stability.
  • Easy setup, Easy Teardown
  • AR500 is the material for the entire upright. Armor anyone?
  • Available paddle upgrades make this the most versatile Dueling Tree on the market.
  • Entire System features a forward lean for fragmentation deflection to the ground
  • 3/8" AR550 Paddles: Rated for Pistols at 10 yards, .223, 300 blackout, 7.62x39 at 50 yards
  • 1/2" AR550 Paddles: Rated for 308 at 100 yards and further. Note: Smaller calibers will not rotate the 308 paddles. Minimum caliber recommendation is .243.
  • Also note that this system MUST be set up on leveled ground to remain the most stable.
  • Approximate weight of complete system varies depending on the base and paddle options chosen. Standard package weighs approximately 135 pounds assembled.
  • Ships in multiple boxes depending on options selected.
  • Bases and upright are not meant to be used as targets. Damage may occur if bases are intentionally shot.
  • Not intended for steel core or penetrator ammunition
  • *NOTE: Distance recommendations are determined with lead core, copper jacketed ammunition with a muzzle velocity of 3,000 FPS or less. Faster ammunition may require further distances to avoid possible dimpling of the plate.


Frequently Asked Questions:

Our recommendation for most shooters is to purchase our 3/8" AR550 "Reduced" paddles. These paddles are rated for center fire pistols (like 9mm, 40 S&W, 45 ACP) and are also rated for light carbines (556/223, 300 BLK, 7.62x39, 5.45x39). This is the most versatile paddle. Note: It will not work with 22LR as it is too heavy. If you shoot mostly bolt action rifles in heavier calibers, we would recommend also grabbing the 1/2" AR550 308 paddles.

If you mostly shoot 308 or 6.5CM, these are the paddles for you

MAYBE. This completely depends on the caliber. 10mm? Probably. 115 Grain 9mm? Probably not. The 308 paddles are much heavier to work well with the added energy a 308 dishes out. For this reason, smaller calibers will struggle to turn them, even at closer distances

Yes, at distances of 200 yards and further. Closer distance use is violent on the smaller paddles. They will take it for a long time, but it does introduce more wear and tear on the system. If you use 308 on the 3/8" AR550 paddles, you could find the lifespan of the paddles. We recommend using the 1/2" Paddles for all your larger rifle situations.

Believe it or not...YES! The Rifle Dueling Tree with our 1/2" AR550 paddles is currently rated for UP TO 300 PRC at 200 yards. There are some important considerations when doing this: Only use match grade ammunition or ballistic tip ammo and BE CERTAIN your ammo is 3,000 FPS or LESS at the muzzle! For every 100 FPS over 3,000 FPS, you MUST add 25 yards and test your ammo against the steel. Faster rounds that are soft or hollow point from calibers like 300 WM will cause minor pitting on the steel if you do not adhere to our requirements. But, rest assured, if you follow our requirements, you can use your long action magnum on this Dueling Tree without fear of destroying it.

All our steel targets are manufactured right here in Pennsylvania. Since the beginning we have been manufacturing our products right here to exacting standards. No Chinese steel, no questionable processes or procedures. Only the best for your range and training.

No. The “armor” we use for the strike plates (actual target impact plates) is made from a proprietary material that is manufactured in Sweden. this is the best material we have found in the world. We were largely dissatisfied with the QC of American made strike plates and had too many issues with quality control. Eventually we hope a US manufacturer creates a material that is as available and as stringent as our Swedish plate. For now, this is the best material to service our customers. US Manufactured AR500 and AR550 is used in areas that are NOT main strike plates. Some examples of this are the Rifle Dueling Tree Shields, Plate Rack Shields, Arachnid front shield and hostage brackets.

We source all other raw materials like our mild steel and AR500 steel from domestic mills. SOME hardware will unfortunately come from overseas as there are no US counterparts available at this time. We do NOT use Chinese mild steel or AR500 steel in any circumstances in any of our systems.

Maybe. Just in case, be sure not to eat the paint or lick the target before or after you’ve shot it. If you are just curious, led tastes horrible and will probably cause mental damage. If you have done it once you are likely to do it again. Handle at your own risk, if you choose, you may wear an industry grade hazmat suit and gas mask with a HEPA filter and good luck charm on your wrist. For more information visit https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65