Insights & Updates on the Dynamic Range X1 Portable Moving Target System

We get this question a lot — “Are the target heads made of steel?” The short answer: No. Not even close. The replaceable reactive target heads are made from corrugated plastic , not metal. They’re designed to give instant visual feedback  when hit, tear cleanly, and swap out in seconds. Because they’re lightweight and offer almost zero resistance, they won’t damage the arms or linkage system . Here are the most common questions we get: Are the reactive heads made of steel? N

We recently travelled to Lake City, Michigan  to join the teams competing at the Michigan SWAT Challenge , hosted at the Marksmanship Training Center . This event brought together some of the sharpest tactical teams in the region, and we were glad to be part of it. Bringing Movement to the Hard Cover Course We ran the Hard Cover course with our Dynamic Range X1 Pro  moving target systems. The X1 Pro introduced unpredictable movement and timing elements that make this stage a

We recently travelled to Plattsburg, Missouri  for a live demonstration with the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office . It was a great opportunity to show how movement-based training can add complexity and realism to each range session. Putting the X1 Pro (AR500) to Work During the visit, the team had hands-on time with the Dynamic Range X1 Pro , running it through various movement patterns and discussing how dynamic target systems can support accuracy, timing, and decision-making

After months of testing, feedback, and fine-tuning with officers and trainers across the country, the Hostage Rescue Target System is officially ready and now available for purchase on our website. This is the most requested training tool we’ve ever released. What started as a simple idea — “Can you build a moving target that ducks and hides?” — grew into a full training system built for realism, repeatability, and pressure-tested decision making. The Hostage Rescue Target i

From October 17–19 , we were honored to return to Nebraska for the annual  Chris D. Horton Legacy Sniper Competition , hosted by JT Grover and the Rev Tac team . This match has become a meaningful stop on our calendar each year , not just for the challenge it brings to competitors, but for the story at the heart of the event. Bringing Movement Into the Match This year, Dynamic Range X1 systems were integrated into two match stages: “Hit It from the Side” Stage - A dynamic o

A couple of weeks ago, we had the opportunity to visit Rend Lake College  in southern Illinois for a group demonstration of the Dynamic...

A brand-new range, a proven moving target system, and a team committed to building skills that matter—our recent visit to Madisonville...

We had the privilege of getting a behind-the-scenes look at a no-nonsense, high-intensity Moving Target Course  led by Mark Rich  of...

We've recently had the honour of working alongside the dedicated team at the Mount Juliet Police Department  in Tennessee  to conduct a...

We recently had the opportunity to visit Camp Liberty , located in Alabama, for a live demo of our Dynamic Range X1 Pro  system. This...

This one comes up a lot, so let’s clear it up. Yes, your X1 system can move in any direction  — not just left to right or straight toward...

If you shoot IPSC or IDPA, you already know how important timing, movement, and decision-making are to your score. Both sports are...

Officers don’t get do-overs. Every decision, every shot, every second counts—and the way they train makes all the difference. That’s why...

If you're researching dynamic target systems, you've probably come across our three flagship models: the X1 , the X1 Plus , and the X1...

We’ve been testing a new aluminum front plate prototype , now designed with two reinforced arms  to better support the target mount and...

It's time to start training for the fight, not just the range. In real-world engagements, there’s no such thing as a perfect stance, a...

If you're into Precision Rifle Series (PRS)  shooting, you already know it’s not just about hitting a target—it's about doing it fast,...

If you’re running a training range with multiple Dynamic Range X1 systems , we’ve got a custom feature that makes managing your setup...

At Dynamic Range X1 , we understand that when it comes to competitive shooting—especially IDPA scenarios— rule compliance is everything. ...

At Sunbury Safari Shooting School , the goal is simple: prepare hunters for the real thing before their boots ever hit African soil. We...