{"product_id":"ar500-steel-target-post","title":"AR500 Steel Target Post","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDrive this post into the ground, slide a gong onto the fork, and start ringing steel. No brackets. No 2x4s. No chains or assembly required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCut from 3\/8\" AR500 steel, this post handles the same abuse as the targets hanging from it. It won't bend, warp, or fold when a round catches the edge. The open fork at the top lets you swap gongs in seconds without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable in 40\" and 50\" lengths. Target gongs sold separately. \u003ca title=\"Shop AR500 gun targets here.\" href=\"https:\/\/topomotorsports.com\/collections\/gun-targets\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop AR500 gun targets here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDrive the post into the ground with a post driver or hammer. The top of the post has an open fork slot. Drop your gong onto the slot. Shoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhen you want to change targets, lift the gong off and drop a different one on. No bolts, no hardware, no fumbling at the range. The static design holds your target in a fixed position for consistent shot placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhy AR500 for the Post\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMost target stands use mild steel, or wood for the stand, and reserve AR500 for the target plate only. That works until a round catches the post instead of the target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis post is cut from the same 3\/8\" AR500 plate as the gongs it holds. When you miss the target and hit the stand, the stand doesn't care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/8\" AR500 steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\" or 50\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open fork slot for hanging target gongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships unpainted \/ raw steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget gongs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e40\" post\u003c\/strong\u003e - Works well for pistol-height targets and shorter shooting positions. After driving 10-12\" into the ground, your target hangs at roughly waist to chest height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50\" post\u003c\/strong\u003e - Better for standing rifle positions and taller target setups. Gives you more height flexibility and works well on uneven ground where you need extra length driven in for stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChoose based on your typical shooting position and terrain.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eWhere It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis post goes anywhere you can drive steel into dirt. Rocky pasture, back-40 fence lines, gravel pits, private range berms, or open fields. If you already own a post driver, setup takes less than a minute per post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eRun a single post for zeroing, or drive a line of them at distance intervals for a full course of fire. Swap gongs between posts as your drill changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003ePair It with TOPO Target Gongs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis post is designed to work with TOPO Motorsports target gongs (sold separately). Browse our full selection of AR500 steel gongs and targets to complete your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shop AR500 gun targets here.\" href=\"https:\/\/topomotorsports.com\/collections\/gun-targets\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop AR500 gun targets here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAlways follow safe shooting practices when using steel targets. Wear eye protection. Never shoot steel targets with steel-core, armor-piercing, or bi-metal ammunition. Inspect targets and posts regularly for damage, pitting, or deformation. Replace any target or post that shows significant wear. Shooter assumes all responsibility for safe use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eBuilt in Texas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCut from AR500 plate in our Texas shop. Not resold from another manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWe build and shoot the same targets we sell. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Topo Motorsports","offers":[{"title":"40\"","offer_id":51921071243565,"sku":"TF-AR19","price":113.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50\"","offer_id":51921071210797,"sku":"TF-AR30","price":181.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/8007\/3517\/files\/AR500_steel_target_post.jpg?v=1773785230","url":"https:\/\/topomotorsports.com\/products\/ar500-steel-target-post","provider":"Topo Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}