Dueling Tree
58″ Dueling Tree Steel Target System — SR500 Paddles
The Defense Targets Dueling Tree is built for speed, accuracy, and friendly competition under pressure. Standing 58″ tall, this all-steel target system carries six 6″ paddles made from 3/8″ SR500 rifle-rated steel, giving you reliable feedback and long service life. Targets swing cleanly from side to side when hit, so every impact is obvious to shooters and spectators alike.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Target Type | Reactive dueling tree steel target system |
| Overall Height | 58″ tall assembled tree |
| Paddle Count | Six individual paddles |
| Paddle Size | 6″ diameter strike face per paddle |
| Paddle Material | 3/8″ SR500 rifle-rated steel paddles |
| Tree & Frame Material | All-steel construction (no plastic or wood parts) |
| Reactive Action | Paddles swing from side to side when hit |
| Rating (Standard) | Pistol-rated dueling tree (use pistol calibers at safe distances) |
| Armored Option | Optional armored plating for pistol and rifle use on the tree structure |
| Breakdown & Transport | Quick to assemble and disassemble for mobile use |
| Finish | Ships unpainted (ready for your preferred coating) |
Train For Speed, Accuracy, And Pressure
Whether you are running solo standards or racing your friends, the dueling tree forces you to balance speed and precision under time pressure. Each 6″ paddle demands a solid hit to swing across the tree, giving you clear visual confirmation and keeping the competition honest.
All-Steel Construction, No Fragile Mechanisms
Every major component of the dueling tree is steel, from the frame to the paddles to the base. There are no plastic cams or delicate linkages to fail over time, which means more shooting and less time troubleshooting moving parts on the range.
SR500 Paddles For Long Service Life
Each 6″ paddle is cut from 3/8″ SR500 rifle-rated steel to stand up to repeated hits when used at appropriate distances. The hardness of SR500 helps resist pitting and deformation, keeping the paddle faces flatter and more predictable through high round counts and frequent training sessions.
Pistol-Rated Standard, Armored Upgrade Available
In its standard configuration, the dueling tree is rated for pistol fire. If you want to bring rifles into the game, choose the armored dueling tree option, which adds heavy-duty protective plating to shield the tree structure from rifle-rated misses while you and your competition push the pace.
Easy To Break Down And Move
The dueling tree is engineered to assemble and break down quickly, making it easy to transport between bays, ranges, or private land setups. Load it in the truck, set it up in minutes, and you are ready to run drills or matches without fighting a complicated stand or bulky frame.
Perfect For
- Head-to-head dueling drills and friendly competitions
- Speed and transition work for pistol shooters, with optional rifle integration
- Clubs and ranges looking for a durable, low-maintenance reactive target
- Home ranges where a single piece of steel needs to cover training and fun