Reactive Shooting Targets

Reactive Shooting Targets: Train Real Responses for Real-World Demands

Action Target’s Reactive Shooting Targets elevate firearms training by forcing shooters to think, move, and respond under pressure—building the subconscious skills required for real-world performance. Whether through hit-reactive systems like AutoTargets, movement-based challenges from AutoPoppers and Bobber Targets, or the durability of Steel Knock-Down Targets, each solution delivers immediate feedback that conditions critical reflexes such as threat recognition, hand–eye coordination, and rapid decision-making.

Engineered for Law Enforcement, Military, and advanced Personal Defense training, these targets create dynamic, time-pressured scenarios that strengthen neural pathways and sharpen performance under stress. By introducing unpredictable motion, short exposure windows, and measurable outcomes, Action Target’s reactive target lineup transforms standard marksmanship practice into immersive, high-impact training that builds true readiness.

 

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WHY ACTION TARGET REACTIVE SHOOTING TARGETS?

REAL SKILLS

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IMMEDIATE FEEDBACK

Deliver instant visual/audible confirmation that reinforces threat recognition, timing, and shot placement. Visitors build subconscious competence; owners deliver training that actually transfers to the real world.

PRESSURE TESTED

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CHALLENGING DECISIONS

Unpredictable motion and brief exposures force judgment calls at speed, sharpening control and hand–eye coordination. Ideal for law enforcement, military, and advanced personal defense blocks where decision-making matters as much as accuracy.

ENGAGE & SCALE

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MIX AND MATCH

Combine hit-reactive steel with movers to create progressive drills, quals, and league nights. Duty-grade durability keeps uptime high; flexible layouts and programming let ranges refresh scenarios often—bringing shooters back and boosting lane utilization.

AUTOTARGETS

hit sensing, wireless, programmable targets

AutoTargets™ combines multi-zone hit detection (HitSync™), reactive target motion, and a wireless mesh to deliver real-time feedback without ever calling the line cold. Portable, battery/air-powered lift units deploy anywhere—indoor lanes, open fields, or MOUT sites—and report hits, timing, and scores to a handheld tablet for immediate AAR.

  • HitSync™ zones report speed, accuracy, and placement to the control tablet.

  • Build dynamic courses that change based on decisions or instructor input.

  • Aggregate results for after-action review to quantify reaction time and efficiency.

  • Each unit forms a long-range sender/receiver; targets auto-link over built-in Wi-Fi.

  • 100% wireless operation—no tubes or wires downrange; lithium batteries and portable air.

  • Configure many targets quickly; reposition to fit any scenario.

  • Reactive lift/swing presentations for CQB, maneuver, and qualification environments.

  • Rated from .22 LR up to .50 BMG; designed to prevent splatter and ricochet.

  • Works indoors or outdoors, at close or long range, in all weather.

AUTO POPPERS

fast, repeatable threat presentations

AutoPoppers™ use a smooth pneumatic lift-and-drop to pop targets into view and reset at the push of a button—keeping tempo high while sharpening reaction time and decision-making. Durable actuators handle steel, cardboard, plastic, or 3D targets for everything from marksmanship reps to high-stress tactical scenarios.

  • Smooth lift/drop motion with crisp exposure

  • Adjustable exposure time to scale difficulty

  • Automatic reset minimizes downtime

  • Runs steel, cardboard, plastic, and 3D targets

  • Works in lanes, tactical bays, and shoot houses

  • Configure single units or synchronized arrays

  • Rugged construction for high training cycles

  • Simple air/power connections and quick-service wear parts

  • Stable bases and deflection hardware support safe use

REACTIVE SHOOTING TARGET SUPPLIES

Upgrade or replace parts on all your reactive shooting targets with Action Target’s unrivaled selection.

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BOBBER TARGETS

UNPREDICTABLE EXPOSURE. DECISION UNDER PRESSURE.

Bobber Targets™ present plates from behind cover for fractions of a second, forcing fast acquire–ID–engage cycles under stress. Instructors set exposure windows and intervals, randomize presentations, and script friend/no-shoot logic so shooters must make correct decisions—not just fast shots.

  • Exposure windows down to ~0.5 seconds

  • Programmable intervals and sequences

  • Variable cover shapes and angles

  • Dual-plate setup for threat vs. no-shoot drills

  • Positive ID before engagement to break “shoot anything that moves” habits

  • Mixable target shapes (e.g., circle vs. octagon) for cognitive load

  • Works with SmartRange™ for scenario control

  • Rugged steel construction for high-cycle live fire

  • Optional shield styles for CQB, qual, or barricade work

STEEL KNOCK DOWN TARGETS

instant feedback. reactive training. flexible setups.

Steel KD Targets™ deliver unmistakable hit confirmation and realistic pop-up action that build timing, accuracy, and shot placement under pressure. Choose the portable Steel KD for rapid reconfiguration or the fixed Deluxe KD for a permanent lane solution—both offer ATI Class 1 & 2 ballistic ratings, air-powered actuation (60–110 psi), and multiple control options for individual or synchronized runs.

  • 8″ AR500 plates give clear visual and audible hits

  • Pop-up/power-down motion reinforces timing and precision

  • Works indoors or outdoors with handgun and rifle programs

  • Reconfigure in seconds for custom Hogan’s Alleys

  • Run single targets, arrays, or mixed-media stages (steel/3D/cardboard)

  • Mount portable units on a 2×4 or integrate with Line of Fire™ frames

  • Operate via handheld, SmartRange™, Air Command™, or tablet

  • Durable components with straightforward service access

  • Deluxe KD adds a ballistic front plate for wood/rubber facings to tailor scenarios

Build Your Range

Action Target’s Build Your Range tool lets you easily design your ideal shooting range. Everything from bullet traps to target systems is customized to your needs, space, and training goals.