I have a 1/2" steel plate about 11" x 15". I would like to set it up at 100 yards on the rifle side. Any concerns or requirements that may be necessary for holding up the target. Looking to build a frame and any suggestions or advice would be nice. Pics also would be helpful. Thanks

These threads have some photos.

https://2ahawaii.com/index.php?topic=2124.msg17350#msg17350

https://2ahawaii.com/index.php?topic=10635.msg103652#msg103652

That plate is too big. Would give you no challenge. I shoot my 8" gong with my rifles standing up. Bench rest and 4" target is good.

read the 2 threads, interesting ... so gongs are allowed on the rifle range? and/or silhouette range?  are there any specific size requirements to adhere to?  i assume gongs are not allowed on the pistol side because its all within 50yds but correct me if im wrong?

read the 2 threads, interesting ... so gongs are allowed on the rifle range? and/or silhouette range?  are there any specific size requirements to adhere to?  i assume gongs are not allowed on the pistol side because its all within 50yds but correct me if im wrong?

Rifle range yes gongs are allowed only at 100 yard line and they have to be free swinging. The silhouette side has hanging metal targets at various distances  

Rifle range yes gongs are allowed only at 100 yard line and they have to be free swinging. The silhouette side has hanging metal targets at various distances

Not exactly right.

50 yd steel targets are okay, but only if shooting .22 caliber at them.

100 yd steel targets are okay, and any caliber can be used that's allowed on paper targets.

As stated, the steel targets must swing freely.

If you have more questions about specific targets, ask the RSO before setting them down range.

Hope that helps!

thanks!  the pic of the silhouette range is also helpful.    can shotguns be used at the silhouette range?

thanks!  the pic of the silhouette range is also helpful.    can shotguns be used at the silhouette range?

Nope no shotguns on the silhouette range only rimfire rifles and handguns. Shotguns may only be shot in the action bays, the trap/skeet ranges, and on the rifle range but on the rifle range you have to shoot slugs only.

Also, it doesn't have to be metal plates.  I seen guys hang golf balls at 100 yards.  I'm not exactly sure what the criteria is for material.

Nope no shotguns on the silhouette range only rimfire rifles and handguns. Shotguns may only be shot in the action bays, the trap/skeet ranges, and on the rifle range but on the rifle range you have to shoot slugs only.

so no centerfire rifles on silhouette?  and when are the action bays open?

Could I setup a dueling tree at 100 yards on rifle??

I think you have to ask an RO. The post is a little thick so I'm not sure if they will count that as non moving target. Some posts are angled to deflect so you can try show them a pic first. You know that it will be pretty heavy to carry out there each time right? I'm assuming you will go with AR500 steel. If not your rifle rounds will just tear it apart.

so no centerfire rifles on silhouette?  and when are the action bays open?

Correct no centerfire rifles on the silhouette range. To shoot in the action bays you would have to shoot there as part of a group/club.

would an old wooden saw horse suffice as a gong frame?  your thoughts?

This is the a-frame stand I use using 1/2"x 5' rebar with ends made by a company called the last stand. MIke the RO has approved this for the rifle side and have been using it for about 2 months.
http://www.laststands.com/

would an old wooden saw horse suffice as a gong frame?  your thoughts?

Brand new 2x2 target frame at 100 yds with four AR500 round targets suspended. 

Shot with Ruger 10/22 .22LR, AR-15 5.56, AK-47 7.62x39, and Mosin 7.62x54R.

Used once on the rifle range.  I'm using steel legs next time!!   

Brand new 2x2 target frame at 100 yds with four AR500 round targets suspended. 

Shot with Ruger 10/22 .22LR, AR-15 5.56, AK-47 7.62x39, and Mosin 7.62x54R.

Used once on the rifle range.  I'm using steel legs next time!!   

Lol gotcha   

No need metal. Just hang the targets slightly back from the legs. The splash will miss the legs.

Brand new 2x2 target frame at 100 yds with four AR500 round targets suspended. 

Shot with Ruger 10/22 .22LR, AR-15 5.56, AK-47 7.62x39, and Mosin 7.62x54R.

Used once on the rifle range.  I'm using steel legs next time!!   

No need metal. Just hang the targets slightly back from the legs. The splash will miss the legs.

You're looking at the back of the legs.  The hardware was attached to the back of the legs, so the targets were basically flush with the rear of the frame.  Except for the top target hanging from the top cross bar.

Based on the level of damage, I'd have to hang the targets at least 2-3 inches behind the frame, and I'd need something like a metal bracket to suspend them.

Whatever the targets are suspended from is going to get hit, right? 

If anything, I'd think having the targets in front of the frame would be better, since the splash would deflect at a forward angle?

I have a couple of old bed frames made of steel I was going to try and use.  Haven't taken the time to really look at how to do that, but seems like a good recycling project!

This is the a-frame stand I use using 1/2"x 5' rebar with ends made by a company called the last stand. MIke the RO has approved this for the rifle side and have been using it for about 2 months.
http://www.laststands.com/

interesting design  and not bad $40 + s&h for the last stand + cost of 6 - 6' rebar + chains, gong, and connectors and nuts and bolts = ~$100

do you get a lot of wiggle from the frame when the gong gets hit?