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Published on October 30, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This guide details how to construct effective range berms using Hesco baskets, a method employed by the military. It also provides a cost-effective DIY alternative using chicken wire and landscape cloth, emphasizing the use of heavy machinery like a Bobcat for efficient filling and construction. Safety precautions for operating machinery are also highlighted.

Quick Summary

To build effective range berms, military forces use Hesco baskets, which are foldable wire containers lined with cloth. A more economical DIY approach involves creating similar baskets from chicken wire and landscape cloth, then filling them with soil using a Bobcat or shovels. Exercise caution when operating heavy machinery.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Military Hesco Baskets Explained
  2. 00:16Filling Hesco Baskets
  3. 00:26Hesco Baskets for Ranges
  4. 00:33DIY Hesco Basket Alternative
  5. 00:41Building DIY Baskets
  6. 00:46Filling DIY Baskets with Bobcat
  7. 00:51Increasing Berm Height

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Hesco baskets and how are they used for shooting ranges?

Hesco baskets are foldable wire containers lined with cloth, utilized by the military to construct durable barriers like range berms. They are filled with soil using heavy machinery or manual labor to create safe backstops and perimeter walls.

How can I build a shooting range berm affordably?

A cost-effective method for building range berms involves creating DIY baskets from chicken wire and landscape cloth. These can then be filled with soil using equipment like a Bobcat, mimicking the function of more expensive Hesco baskets.

What equipment is needed to fill range berms?

To efficiently fill range berms, heavy machinery such as a front-end loader or a Bobcat is recommended. For smaller projects or when machinery is unavailable, shovels can be used for manual filling.

What safety precautions should be taken when building range berms?

When operating heavy equipment like a Bobcat to construct berms, it's crucial to do so carefully. Avoid driving too close to the edge of filled sections to prevent accidents, such as falling or equipment rollovers.

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