Name: Pipe Hook Target Hanger
Rating: 4.98 (101 reviews)

Pipe Hook Target Hanger

$ 23.00

Material 3/8" SR500+ 1/4" SR500+

Hook Length 6" 12"

Complete the Package

Include Conduit/Pipe Leg Brackets

Conduit/Pipe Leg Brackets Pair of leg brackets • Tapered leg connections • Pipe or conduit setup

1 × $ 36.00
Include Pipe Kit

Pipe Kit Precut leg options • Black-pipe crossmembers • Multiple setup lengths

1 × $ 45.00
Include Pipe Kit

Pipe Kit Precut leg options • Black-pipe crossmembers • Multiple setup lengths

1 × $ 65.00
Include Pipe Kit

Pipe Kit Precut leg options • Black-pipe crossmembers • Multiple setup lengths

1 × $ 75.00

Shipping and discounts confirmed at checkout.

CNC laser-cut in the USA from American-made SR500+ steel
SR500+ steel is more durable and better suited for steel targets than AR500
Barbed hook keeps your target secure without dampening its ring like chain, belt or springs.
Thicker construction than the competitions keep your hooks from bending.
Optional locking bolt (included) keeps your targets in place guaranteed!

Slides onto 3/4" EMT Conduit or Black Pipe (note that the diameter of 3/4" black pipe is just over 1").
Hook is made to work with my round cornered carriage bolt holes. It may work with other manufacturers square mounting holes, but I can't promise that. They will not work with round holes.

When it comes to hanging gongs, these hooks are second to NONE! Superior ring, target retention and ease of use make this hands down the best way to hang your targets for maximum ring and movement!

What mount is right for me?

There isn’t one mount that’s best for everybody. The right choice depends on what you’re shooting, how you practice, and where you set up your targets.

We recommend certain mounts alongside our targets because they're typically the best fit and the most popular choices. That doesn't mean they're your only options. Here's how I'd choose.

The short answer

How you shoot	Where I'd start
Mostly rifle shooting; want a loud ring	Gong hanger kit with pipe and SR500+ hooks
Rifle shooting; permanent range or difficult terrain	T-post hook hanger
Defensive-style pistol drills; rapid follow-up shots	Stable 2×4-based mount or an ATLAS Mount
Reactive animal target with a vital-zone flapper	Target-specific legs or stable mounting system

These are starting points, not hard-and-fast rules. Check each target and mount for compatibility before ordering.

Rifle shooting: let it swing and ring

If I'm mostly shooting rifles at a regular gong or silhouette, I like a target that's free to move. That movement gives you visual feedback when you connect, and letting the steel vibrate freely helps produce the loud, satisfying ring that makes shooting steel so much fun, especially at distance.

My personal favorite is our gong hanger setup using pipe and SR500+ steel hooks. The hooks allow the target to swing and resonate without rubber or chain clamped tightly to the plate. They're also built from tough target steel, so they're well suited to a shooting-range environment.

If your range layout or terrain makes a pipe stand inconvenient, our T-post hook mounts are another good option. They're especially handy when you can leave your posts in place.

Defensive pistol practice: keep the target more stable

For quick, repeated pistol shots, I generally favor a mount built around a 2×4 or on our ATLAS stands. A target that isn't swinging all over the place is easier to use for rapid follow-up drills, and a wood upright or the smooth front of the ATLAS stand is a more forgiving thing to accidentally strike than an exposed steel t-post. A bullet striking the T shaped post can create unpredictable fragmentation or ricochets, including material coming back toward the firing line.

Whatever mount you choose, follow the target's minimum-distance and ammunition guidelines. A stable mount does not make shooting steel at an otherwise unsafe distance acceptable.

T-post hangers: a great option in the right setting

T-post hooks are simple, versatile, and especially useful for a more permanent range. They can make setup easier on uneven ground or in spots where a conventional stand isn't ideal. They also let a regular target move and ring quite well.

The tradeoff is that the t-post does get chewed up over time (Although I've had my personal range setup for years without issue) and if you need to take your targets with you at the end of the day, pulling t-posts isn't that much fun. If you primarily shoot rifles from appropriate distances and want to keep targets positioned across a pasture or established range, t-posts may be exactly what you need.

Why I prefer steel hooks over rubber belts

Rubber belt hangers certainly have their fans, and they have their uses. But if getting a clear, loud ring is important to you, I'm not a big fan of them. Rubber tends to absorb some of the target's vibration. That vibration is what produces the sound you hear downrange, so dampening it can take away some of the best feedback steel offers. Although I don't sell chain, it does the same thing and dampens the ring of the targets.

That's why I usually reach for our SR500+ hook mounts on standard gongs and silhouettes. I want the target to move, vibrate, and ring rather than having that sound muffled by something bolted to it.

Reactive targets are a little different

With a reactive animal target, the goal isn't necessarily to get the entire target swinging. I want the body to stay relatively stable so you can immediately tell the difference between a body hit and a hit on the vital-zone flapper. When that flapper moves, it should be obvious. For these targets, the product-specific recommended legs or mounting system are generally where I'd start but under special circumstances, several of the options mentioned above will work as well.

A few important safety reminders

Use only target/mount combinations intended to work together; don't assume every hanger fits every plate.
Follow the published minimum shooting distance, ammunition, velocity, and energy limits for your target. Never shoot steel-core or armor-piercing ammunition at steel targets.
Position targets and exposed mounting hardware to minimize unpredictable splatter. Keep a suitable backstop behind every target.
Inspect plates and hardware for pitting, bending, cracks, loose parts, or other damage before shooting. Stop using damaged equipment.

Still not sure?

If you're torn between a couple of options, get in touch. Tell us which target you have, whether you mostly shoot rifle or pistol, and how you plan to set it up. We'll help point you toward a mount that makes sense for your range, not just the one that happens to be listed first.

Call or text us at +1 605-868-8087
E-Mail us at sendit@atlastargetworks.com

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Best Target Hangers

I have over 100 steel rimfire targets on the range with various hangers. This is far and away the very best target hanger I've found. No disapointment here.

There is a difference!

I love Atlas targets and there hook system iv bought the 6" and 12" hooks along with some plates. the locking system is the best part of the hook. Iv bought from other AR500 target sites before and the workman ship is NOT the same. Atlas cleans the edges and sand smooth the plates and hooks you can tell they do little extra work on them to make a difference. I will be a life customer.

New pipe hook design

So I replaced my old pipe hooks with Brads new design. I liked the old except had trouble with the small light targets. Either sticking in the upright position or just falling off. My only problem with this new design is using the bolt and lock nut. While using the bolt and lock nut should not be an issue for a semi permanent target stand placement. For me setting up and taking down target stands while people wait for me on the range is an issue. My solution was a 3/4 in. clevis and cotter pin. Set up and take down is much faster and easier. Beyond that, the new design works great and I no longer have issues with those small targets. Brad has always had great customer service, Lightning speed shipping and constant design innovation. Anything you buy from Atlas target works, you should be very! happy.

New Gong and Pipe Hook Target Hanger

I was hanging my 16" AR500 ½” gong target with chains from a cross beam between 2 trees. Setup was working ok but had to replace one of the chains. It was a pain to redo the setup. I wanted a larger second target for iron sights so I contacted Brad (I've bought a few other targets from him) and told him about my set up. I sent him pics of what I had and he suggested the better way to hang both targets on the same beam was by using his hangers made of AR500. I bought them with the new target and hung them both together (see before/after pics). Looks great and they work great together. (left side target not made by Brad-had to use chains). Brad is awesome to work with. Very personable business and he will quite please you with his craft!! I will continue to be a customer. Thanks Brad.

This is the best way to hang a steel Target! It

This is the best way to hang a steel Target! It also prompted me to move away from 2x4's for the stand which I'm grateful for.

Brad’s gongs and accessories are top-notch, well

Brad’s gongs and accessories are top-notch, well crafted, and shipped quickly. My little range is full of his products and all are in use weekly if not daily…
Thank you , Brad!

These are top tier

These are top tier. I had a cheep set from amazon that work perfectly fine. But once I go these I realized I just stepped up my game. I ordered 4, and in addition to the hooks, I received 4 lock bolts and 8 clips to go on the pipe. I placed one clip on either side of each hook. I hung the starling and squirrel gongs I order from atlas. On the other two I hung a 1" ar-500 gong and a 2" ar-500 gong. With the cheap amazon hook, the 1" gong and hook would spin completely around the pipe twice (22 cal slug at 980 fps using pop air rifle) when hit and shift left or right. With these hooks, the 1" gong doesn't make a complete spin and the lock bolts ensure it stays on. now that I know, I will only order my targets and gongs from Atlas. gang these hooks on 3/4" black pipe which has a 1" outer diameter.

6 inch target hook

I own the old style and now the new style, I like the new style better, but I both are great products.

Quality

The Hangers like all the other Atlas targets I have purchased are first rate. These are top of the line. Quality construction and well designed. You will not find a better value

Best Hangers Ever!

These target hangers are exactly what I needed. We've had issues with some of our smaller rimfire targets falling off another brand's hangers, but with these, that's not a problem. I could hit those targets with a centerfire, and they would stay put. Well done, Brad!

Atlas Target Works ... Pipe Hanger & Steel Targets

Pipe Hanger design is very good, easy to use, and fits securely into the hole in targets. Also like the way the target leg base kits attach so easily to the top black pipe the individual targets hang from. Easy set-up & take down!
Steel targets, Steel animal targets, hangers, leg kits all ship promptly.
Best steel targets I have found plus made in USA!🇺🇸

I'm working on a full size and 1/2 scale Velociraptor for another customer that I planned on putting up on the site! Stay tuned.

Target hangers are awesome

Great Way to Hang Rimfire Targets

The retaining bolt and lock nut are a great way to permanently secure the target and keep it from falling off when shot. However, I need to be able to swap out the targets quickly. So I followed the suggestion from another reviewer and used a clevis and cotter pins to secure the target.

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As described

As described

Great Portable Targets

Great targets and hangers for a mobile setup to add some stage variations in our local matches! Great quality

Pipe Hangers

Everything that I have purchased from Atlas has far exceeded my expectations!
Atlas sent bolts to secure targets on hangers that I didn't use and no matter how hard I tried, couldn't knock the targets off the hangers, great design.
Fit and finish has been awesome! Hangers work much better and quicker than trying to hang targets from wire.

Atlas Target Works

Brad at Atlas Targets always gives great products and services. Of the sesveral times I have bought targets and hangers hooks from them they have always been the best you can get and the best prices. Latest have been both the 6" and 12" target hanger hooks. Really like the new upgrade them made best you can find, not thin and weak, but strong and smooth. In my opinion you can not go wrong buying from Brad and Atlas Target Works

I made a plate rack

I made a plate rack with the leg brackets and J hooks, and 5 inch round targets. My local club features a plate rack at out matches.

Pipe hook target

Awesome new design. Works great!

Great guy!

I ordered some of these for a series of targets that I had ordered. After reviewing the order I already placed, I realized I ordered 1 hanger short of the targets I had ordered. I immediately called Brad and asked if I could get 1 more hanger added to the order because I screwed up. He went ahead and through the extra hanger in for free even though I offered to pay for it. That may not sound like much, but for him to do that and not even charge me even though it was MY screwup means a lot and shows the character of this man. Customer for life!!!

Great Product

very nice, will order more in the future. Thank You

Great upgraded design!

I've been a customer of Brad's for several years now. This new style of hook is excellent. Awesome to see continuous design improvement! I've used them a few times now and expect them to last a good long time.

New hook design works great

The new hook design with the crossbolts is fantastic for smaller targets that swing a lot more when they get hit. As usual, my order arrived quickly in perfect condition. You have to admire the attention to detail to include the hose clamps and bolts needed to mount the hangers. Five stars!

Sturdy!

Had a 1/2” plate hanging from one of the at a get together and someone pulled out a 50 cal and proceeded with a first round hit standing with open sights at 100yds, I was impressed with their shooting ability lol. It folded the pipe the target was hanging on but the hanger and the 1/2” plate(also Atlas) showed no signs of damage. I don’t recommend the 50 cal at 100yds but the durability of the setup impressed me and I’ll be buying more and recommending others for the same. Thanks for a well thought out product, keep up the good work!

Awesome hooks

I love these hooks. Makes setup or disassembly a breeze. I’ve used chains, straps you name it to hang targets. These hooks are second to none. They will work on other brand targets as long as they are slotted. If they are not slotted it won’t work unless you cut the nipple off the end of the hook or grind it down.

Awesome hooks!

Hands down some of the best hooks you will find out there. Nice to see someone has finally put thought and common sense logic into these and did it right. Solid as a rock and customer service from Brad is top notch.

Round & Round I Go

I hang 4" circles on these hangers.
At 40 yards, hitting the target will spin the target completely over the cross bar.
Very entertaining and no question about being a "hit".