Videos tagged with DIY Shooting Range

This guide details a cost-effective method for constructing a shooting range berm using readily available materials as an alternative to expensive Hesco baskets. It outlines the process of creating wire baskets, lining them with landscaping cloth, and filling them with material using a front-end loader to build a safe shooting environment.

This guide details a cost-effective method for building a shooting range berm using DIY Hesco-style baskets. It outlines the construction process, material recommendations, and filling techniques, offering a practical alternative to expensive commercial options. The advice is presented with a focus on practical application for range development.

This guide details how to construct effective shooting range berms using Hesco-style barriers, offering a cost-effective DIY alternative to expensive commercial options. It covers material acquisition, construction of wire-and-cloth baskets, filling techniques with heavy machinery, and strategic placement for optimal ballistic protection. The instruction emphasizes practical application and safety considerations when using heavy equipment for range development.

This video demonstrates a cost-effective method for building ballistic barriers for a shooting range, inspired by military Hesco baskets. It details using chicken wire fencing to create baskets, lining them with landscaping cloth, and filling them with dirt using a bobcat loader to construct range walls and bunkers.

This video introduces portable steel targets designed with post-less functionality, specifically mentioning AR500 and AR550 steel. The description highlights their ease of transport and the ability to safely shoot at close distances, particularly with AR550. The brand's website is provided for more information on these targets.

This video demonstrates two methods for attaching steel targets to standard T-posts: the Genesis T-post mount and the ADAP T-post bracket. It explains the benefits of T-post systems for range setup, especially for areas requiring mowing. The Genesis mount is presented as a budget-friendly option using welded mild steel, while the ADAP bracket is a more robust, non-welded design for higher-performance Exodus line targets.

This video provides a practical guide for constructing a gravel shooting range, emphasizing the use of landscape cloth to prevent weed growth and maintain a presentable appearance. The instructor details the process of excavating, laying down a weed barrier, and covering it with approximately six inches of gravel, highlighting the benefits of gravel for brass pickup and mud prevention.

This guide details the construction of a safe and effective shooting range backstop using stacked car tires filled with loose sand. It emphasizes the importance of sufficient sand depth (80cm-1m) for bullet containment and discusses safety considerations like potential bullet deviation from tire components and the necessity of robust ventilation in indoor shooting environments to manage lead and chemical contaminants from primers.

This video demonstrates how to build a portable, rolling target frame using scrap steel and a MIG welder. The creator, tired of lightweight targets blowing over or being difficult to set up on rocky terrain, devised a durable, easy-to-move solution. The design incorporates wheels and a handle for convenient transport around a yard or to a shooting location.

This guide details the setup of the Zip Targets retrieval system, designed for backyard shooting ranges. It covers attaching straps to trees, threading paracord through pulleys, securing the system with knots, and hanging the target holder. The review highlights the system's simplicity and ease of setup, suitable for the average shooter.

Honest Outlaw details the construction of his private shooting range, including berm building and target setup. He showcases a DIY $100 plate rack and a Shoot Steel Magnum Spring-Popper, alongside various steel targets from brands like Action Target. The video also touches on AR pistol builds and upcoming firearm reviews.