Targets & Hit Detection

Every AutoTargets™ system senses hits one of two ways — a conductive matrix across the face of the target, or kinetic sensing of the impact itself. Both run on the same actuators and the same control software.

HexLink™ Target

Conductive Hit Detection

AutoTargets’ proprietary HexLink™ Target provides multi-zone hit detection for projectiles from .22lr – .50 BMG at any distance and can last up to 1,000 rounds. The conductive matrix on each target recognizes hits from metallic projectiles, rising and falling based on programmed requirements.

Features

  • Federal Q style Target
  • Scores 500 – 1,000 rounds
  • All Weather
  • Live-Fire Only (Multi-Zone)
  • Ability to Create, Edit and Save Training Scenarios
  • All Small Arms Calibers from .22 to .50 BMG
  • No Standoff
  • No Spall or Splatter
  • Must be used with Jacketed Ammunition
A HexLink conductive target raised on a blue lift unit behind a black rubber block ballistic stand on a desert range, with a second target standing downrange.
A HexLink™ target face carries a conductive matrix across the full silhouette, so hits register by zone rather than by a single sensor.
E-Type Target

Kinetic Hit Detection

A green plastic E-Type silhouette raised on a blue AutoTargets lift unit on open desert ground, with a black rubber block ballistic stand in front of it.
A kinetic E-Type: the sensor reads the impact itself, so the same unit runs SIM rounds indoors and live fire outdoors.

E-Type targets are a military-style target that detects shots anywhere on the single-zone target. It also has advanced signal processing that eliminates false hits from any distance in any weather condition. Targets offer reliable hit detection for thousands of rounds.

Kinetic systems are for use with simulated and non-lethal ammunition or live fire, making them an ideal solution for shoot houses and fire / maneuver ranges.

Features

  • Can be used with Simunition, UTM, Airsoft & Paintball rounds
  • SIM and Live-Fire Capable (Single Zone)
  • For use with plastic E-Type silhouettes [NSN: 6920-00-071-4780] or coroplast, cardboard & photorealistic targets
  • Advanced signal processing eliminates false hits
  • Reduced 1-yard standoff outdoors

Kinetic or conductive?

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The two technologies side by side, and how to choose between them for your range.

A green E-Type silhouette mounted on its lift unit at an outdoor range.
Kinetic vs Conductive Hit Detection1:36

See it take hits

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Short clips from the range — the same detection this page describes, under live fire.

Shock Value0:32
Testing The Limits0:28
Two Guns0:23