Self-resetting X-Target`s

v7.1 - 9.2 - 22.3

Finally we can offer a machine that is able to automatically reset dropping steel targets. After a period of thorough testing and several prototypes, we have managed to create a compact and solid design that we now are proud to be introducing.


So, what’s the origin of name…?

The letter “X” is often referred to as the unknown or something mystical. On the X-Target you can easily change the shape and size of the target you wish to use (takes less than 15 sec.)

This is why we named it X-target.

When we started the project, we sat ourselves some goals and guidelines to put us on the right track for further development.

This to make sure that the product ended up as first intended.

We made ourselves the following core values

    • An easy user interface

    • Low power consumption

    • Reliable and durable

    • Interchangeable steel targets

    • Calibration and target settings

    • Reasonable retail price

Did we reach our goals?

1. Simple user interface

  • "All in one", you don’t need any external components, cables or batteries. Everything is integrated into the machine and is protected by solid steel plates. The machine has a carry handle at the top so it can be easily transported to the desired location.

  • Mount the target and calibrate it to your preference.

  • Adjust the "timer" to how many seconds you want the steel target to lie down before it returns.

  • Run back and let the fun begin :

2. Low power consumption

  • The machine does not consume power when the target is upright. You do not have to turn it off when you are finished shooting. The ON and OFF switch can be used for transport and storage.

  • This means that you can leave your machine out for months without worrying about the battery.

  • Theoretic calculations show us 2382 cycles, this with the use of a 12V 9Ah battery.

  • We stopped the practical test after 2500 cycles, yet it still was 11.3V left on the battery.

  • This means that you do not need to charge the battery before the machine has passed well over 2000 cycles.

  • Conclusion; with a small 12V 9Ah "motorcycle battery", you can safely reach 2000 cycles without any need of recharging.

3. Reliable and durable

  • A solid and stable construction standing on three feet, based on the triangle principle.

  • The target shaft is balancing on ball bearings, so the target will only have two options... stay or fall.

  • We have made three holes in the construction so you can place it on a fixed location. This makes it’s easy to level the target and you are no longer in the need of a horizontal surface. If these holes are used, you will also get an increased stability.

4. Interchangeable steel targets

  • Easy to change target (15 sec.)

  • A various set of targets can be used, depending on what kind of training purpose you are looking for.

  • Officially sized match targets (IPSC/USPSA) are obtainable.

  • Special targets can be made upon request.

5. ‎Calibration and target settings

  • Using different targets require different calculations, in order to obtain the correct power factor setting. A highly innovative spring loaded clutch system makes it possible to fine tune the impact force needed, in order to make the target drop, and to perform the reset.

  • The new X-Target are fully functional even with small calibers like .22LR.

6. Reasonable retail price

  • Well, this is the point we feel like we missed the most... but we decided to keep reliability and duration instead of taking any shortcuts in the production in order to cut the costs.... Our goal was to keep the retail price below 1000 EUR. However, we decided to use supreme quality in every stage of the production, and in that way, we could still keep the "feel-good" of our new product.

  • In this case, we can proudly state; “you truly get what you’re paying

This is a perfect investment, for both private use and as club equipment.

All in all, we feel we have succeeded in developing a product that is scarce by shooters all over the world. Furthermore, we hope that more people get the pleasure of shooting auto resetting steel targets, both on competitions and during training.

For user-support or other questions, please contact us at mail@mekanix.no