I’ve tried all sorts of targets over the years, but this Air Venturi Rat‑On‑The‑Run has become one of my go‑tos. What’s great is its adjustable kill zones and easy reset. It’s simple yet challenging, and perfect for a little backyard HFT practice.
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Adjustable Kill Zones Mean Flexible Challenge
One of the main selling points for this target is that it doesn’t have a fixed-size kill zone. On the back, you can slide between three different-sized kill zones, from a generous 1.5‑inch down to a tight 0.5‑inch. That means when you want to dial up the difficulty, you can, and when you just want to plink for fun, you can relax it a bit.
Pull-Cord Reset Keeps You Shooting Longer
The second main selling point is its easy reset feature. Once you hit the bright yellow paddle, the rat falls. But there’s no need to run down range and reset manually; you just pull the included 60‑meter reset cord, and it’s back up and ready to go. Keeps things fast, efficient, and way more fun.
Built Tough, And Rated for Decent Airgun Power
What this means for you is having a target that’s durable and built for purpose. The Rat‑On‑The‑Run is made from heavy‑duty steel, and can handle up to 22 foot‑pounds of muzzle energy, covering .177, .20, and .22 caliber lead pellets (and low‑ricochet BBs) at speeds up to 1,000 fps for .177 or 800 fps for .20/.22. That should cover most recreational airgun use, and it absolutely covers HFT power limits. So don’t go smashing it to bits with your big bore behemoths lol, I’d say that’s more than fair though given the reasonable price and build quality.
Final Verdict
At the end of the day, the Air Venturi Rat-On-The-Run is exactly the kind of straightforward, effective gear I love. It’s adjustable, resettable, durable, and sold at a reasonable price. If you’re looking for something that is not only a great backyard plinking target but a solid HFT training aid, this is it.
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