Abstract

The present invention provides a heatable long range metal target capable of providing acoustic feedback to the user on impact and is durable to withstand the repeated vibration stress that occurs during repeated use. In a preferred embodiment, target includes a reactive target body for generating an audible feedback signal on impact by a firearm round (such as a metal gong), a heating element and a fastening structure connectable to the target body for mounting of the heating element to the target body. The target body has a front, impact surface and a rear surface and is constructed of hardened steel for withstanding repeated impact by high velocity rounds on the impact surface without penetration. The heating element heats a target region of the target and the fastening structure connects the heating element to the target body away from the impact surface. The fastening structure includes a vibration dampening portion for at least partially insulating the heating element from vibrations of the target body generated on impact by the firearm round. Attachment of the heating structure to the reactive target body is made more reliable by using a fastening structure including vibration dampening features, such as an elastic mounting structure.

IPC Classes  ?

• F41J 5/24 - Targets producing a particular effect when hit, e.g. detonation of pyrotechnic charge, bell ring, photograph
• F41J 1/01 - Target discs characterised by their material, structure or surface
• F41J 1/10 - Target standsTarget holders
• H05B 3/02 - Ohmic-resistance heating Details