Since 1986, Action Target has advanced shooting range design and installation for law enforcement and military professionals, beginning with a pneumatic turning-target system built for the Provo Police Department. From that single idea, we have grown into the industry standard with patented range technologies, armor-steel expertise, and full lifecycle support from design and build to training and maintenance. Headquartered in Provo, Utah, and now a wholly owned subsidiary of Safety Training Solutions, we continue to deliver mission-ready solutions for agencies and ranges nationwide.
We are innovators, leaders, and industry experts—designing, building, and sustaining mission-ready ranges that elevate training, increase throughput, and keep your teams ready for what’s next.
Action Target was founded by Kyle Bateman and Addison Sovine, who created a specialized pneumatic turning-target system for the Provo Police Department’s training curriculum.
Action Target begins hosting its annual four-day Law Enforcement Training Camp, uniting officers nationwide for fast-paced, real-world firearms and tactics instruction led by nationally recognized instructors.
In 1995, Action Target expanded beyond shooting-range equipment by engineering and building the first Modular Armored Tactical Combat (MATCH™) shoot house.
The company completes its single-site facility to expand its office and manufacturing capacity, opening November 2009.
Action Target completes the acquisition of Mancom Systems—bringing advanced target systems tech in-house to accelerate innovation for law enforcement and military ranges.
Action Target marks 25 years of advancing innovative solutions for law enforcement, military, and commercial ranges.
Action Target is accepted as an NSSF voting member, backing programs that promote, protect, and preserve the shooting industry and safe ranges.
Action Target acquires Law Enforcement Targets (LET), bringing a full-service provider of training targets and supplies in-house to offer one-stop access to range equipment, targets, and consumables.
Action Target reaches a new international milestone with its first South American range—an 11-lane facility and nine-room shoot house for Rio de Janeiro’s Civil Police (PCERJ).
Action Target appoints Mike Birch as CEO.
The All Wheel Drive (AWD) Pro target retriever launches, introducing a modern interface with 27 built-in training games and scenarios and paving the way for today’s wireless systems like Genesis™.
The Guardsman Stall launches—bringing an economical, rugged lane partition that maintains our industry-leading ballistic protection to budget-minded ranges.
The Dual Running Man Pro launches—dual-track movers with 3HP motors and speeds up to 20 fps, dramatically elevating realistic moving-target training for law enforcement and military.
Action Target is reorganized into three strategic business units: Shared Services, Core Products, and Range Services—aligning operations, maximizing talent, and consolidating strategic planning.
Action Target forms a teaming agreement with CoverSix to deliver scalable, customizable modular shooting range systems and turnkey solutions for defense, military, and training customers worldwide.
Action Target launches the 3-Year Trusted Partner Warranty: comprehensive parts-and-labor coverage on core range systems that triples the industry standard.
Action Target celebrates its 40-year anniversary, having become a market leader in the firearms training industry.
Action Target is founded by Kyle Bateman and Addison Sovine, who create a specialized pneumatic turning-target system for the Provo Police Department’s training curriculum.
Action Target develops and introduces a breaktrhough pneumatic turning-target system.
Debut of the first-of-its-kind, Portable Running Man Target System.
Action Target attends SHOT Show for the first time, establishing its industry footprint.
Completion of outdoor shooting ranges for the FBI Academy, strengthening federal training capabilities.
Action Target begins hosting its annual four-day Law Enforcement Training Camp, uniting officers nationwide for fast-paced, real-world firearms and tactics instruction led by nationally recognized instructors.
Action Target develops and launches its Total Containment Trap, the industry’s first modular steel bullet trap.
In 1994, Action Target expanded beyond shooting-range equipment by engineering and building the first Modular Armored Tactical Combat (MATCH™) shoot house.
Action Target revolutionizes military training with the first pneumatic FITS shooting ranges.
Action Target enters the international market with the completion of a shooting range project in Yokota, Japan.
Construction is completed of the FBI Academy’s advanced ‘Thunderdome’ Ranges.
Action Target builds MATCH Villages in Baghdad, Iraq, to enhance U.S. Military readiness during the war.
Action Target updates its logo to match its sharper and modern brand evolution.
Action Target is backed by private equity group Dubin Clark, helping fuel the next chapter of our expansion.
The company completes its single-site facility to expand its office and manufacturing capacity, opening November 2009.
Action Target acquires Mancom Systems, bringing advanced target systems tech in-house to accelerate innovation for law enforcement and military ranges.
Action Target expands its product portfolio with Touch & Go, Standard, Touch Plus, cable-driven, turning, and lighting solutions
Action Target introduces the world’s first fully wireless target retriever, All Wheel Drive (AWD), setting the new standard for range technology.
Action Target unveils their electric turning target system for faster, quieter, and smarter training.
Action Target marks 25 years of advancing innovative solutions for law enforcement, military, and commercial ranges.
Action Target is accepted as an NSSF voting member, backing programs that promote, protect, and preserve the shooting industry and safe ranges.
Action Target acquires Law Enforcement Targets (LET), bringing a full-service provider of training targets and supplies in-house to offer one-stop access to range equipment, targets, and consumables.
Action Target becomes ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certified, strengthening quality management standards.
Action Target reaches a new international milestone with its first South American range—an 11-lane facility and nine-room shoot house for Rio de Janeiro’s Civil Police (PCERJ).
Mike Birch is named CEO and employs a robust strategy to achieve company growth through innovation.
Action Target unifies and modernizes its brand, consolidating all visual and messaging elements, including those of its sub-brands.
Action Target further broadens its product offerings by entering into the HVAC market for shooting ranges.
Vortex debuts as the first modular steel trap deceleration chamber, redefining range safety and efficiency.
The Dual Running Man Pro launches—dual-track movers with 3HP motors and speeds up to 20 fps, dramatically elevating realistic moving-target training for law enforcement and military.
Action Target introduces its first cloud-based, remote access products with the DRM Pro™ and the Vortex™ Barrel Fill Sensor.
Action Target unveils the Sentry Series Stall, a durable and customizable shooting stall solution.
Action Target enters into the law enforcement training market by partnering with Team One Network to support officer readiness.
Action Target strengthens its international presence, having established over 30 ATI distributors worldwide.
Action Target partners with Fedora Security LLC to offer indoor range security products and services.
The Guardsman Stall launches—an economical, rugged lane partition that maintains our industry-leading ballistic protection for budget-minded ranges.
The American Series Stall launches as a premium, private, and customizable range stall option.
The All Wheel Drive (AWD) Pro target retriever launches, introducing a modern interface with 27 built-in training games and scenarios and paving the way for today’s wireless systems like Genesis™.
Action Target introduces exclusive and cost-effective hit-detection technology called HitSync™, functioning on the AutoTargets™ reactive target system.
Action Target unveils the Pilot wireless target retriever, the next generation of retrieval systems. Its powered by what will become SmartRange AXIS™ controls.
Action Target is reorganized into three strategic business units: Shared Services, Core Products, and Range Services—aligning operations, maximizing talent, and consolidating strategic planning.
Action Target debuts the Genesis, revolutionizing range capabilities through new, smart-connected functionality.
Action Target introduces SmartRange AXIS, unlocking IoT functionality with new range control capabilities.
Action Target launches the 3-Year Trusted Partner Warranty: comprehensive parts-and-labor coverage on core range systems that triples the industry standard.
Action Target forms a teaming agreement with CoverSix to deliver scalable, customizable modular shooting range systems and turnkey solutions for defense, military, and training customers worldwide.
Action Target introduces SureStop rubber blocks and panels to expand containment solutions.
With CoverSix, Action Target completes the ARCAS DLX, the industry’s first UFC-compliant, modular range.
SmartRange AXIS advances with third-party, range operating system integrations.
Action Target introduces Indoor Shotgun Ranges with integrated software and enhanced capability.
Action Target introduces ShieldPro™ modular ceiling baffles to enhance range protection standards.
Action Target strengthens vertical integration with new laser table and powder coat operations.
Action Target completes its first full point-of-sale system integration with FlowState.
40 years strong—Action Target grew from a single idea in 1986 to the industry standard for live-fire ranges, trusted by law enforcement, military, and commercial/private owners.
