Caldwell Ar500 Long Range Gong Kit W/Flash

The Caldwell AR500 Long Range Gong Kit with Flash is a complete long-distance steel target system designed for shooters who want reliable feedback on hits beyond typical range distances. This is a centerfire rifle-rated setup built around an 18″×24″ AR500 steel gong that's 3/8″ thick—built to handle repeated hits from precision rifle rounds. If you're pushing your skills at extended range or setting up a dedicated long-range practice bay, this kit gives you the essential components to get up and running without hunting down parts separately.

The kit includes steel frame hubs engineered to work with standard 2×4 lumber (which you'll source locally), letting you build a frame sized to your range layout and shooting height preferences. The gong hangs via nylon-reinforced rubber straps designed to absorb impact and last through years of shooting. But the real game-changer here is the included Caldwell Flash Bang hit indicator—a flashing green LED system that strobes with each bullet impact, making shot verification crystal clear even when you're shooting from a distance where spotting scope feedback gets hard to read.

Whether you're dialing in a new rifle, testing load consistency, or running a practical long-range competition course, a reactive steel target with visual confirmation beats paper and guesswork. The AR500 material is the industry standard for rifle-rated steel targets, and the simplicity of the frame design means you're not fighting complicated assembly—just standard hardware and 2x4s.

Key Features

• 18″×24″ AR500 steel gong, 3/8″ thick, centerfire rifle-rated for extended-range use
• Caldwell Flash Bang hit indicator with strobing green LED for visible shot confirmation at distance
• Nylon-reinforced rubber hang straps built for durability and impact absorption
• Steel frame hubs compatible with standard 2×4 lumber for customizable frame height and width
• All-in-one kit removes guesswork—everything except lumber is included

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the Caldwell AR500 Long Range Gong Kit?

The kit includes the 18″×24″ AR500 steel gong, nylon-reinforced rubber hang straps, steel frame hubs for 2×4 lumber, and the Caldwell Flash Bang LED hit indicator. You'll need to source standard 2×4 lumber separately to build your frame.

Can this target handle centerfire rifle rounds?

Yes. The 3/8″ AR500 steel gong is rated for centerfire rifle use, making it suitable for long-range precision shooting and standard rifle calibers at distance.

How does the Flash Bang hit indicator work?

The Caldwell Flash Bang system detects bullet impacts on the steel gong and triggers a strobing green LED flash, giving you instant visual confirmation of a hit—invaluable when shooting at extended range where spotting scopes have difficulty picking up smaller impacts.

What size frame can I build with the steel hubs?

The steel frame hubs are designed to work with standard 2×4 lumber, allowing you to customize the frame height and width to match your range layout and shooting position needs. The exact frame dimensions are up to you based on your lumber selection.