Demonstration Overview
The DoD STED Program is currently demonstrating reusable small arms targets made from recycled rubber at Department of Defense (DoD) Installations. These durable firearm targets are made from USA-sourced recycled rubber and can be used multiple times for thousands of rounds, in any weather, without fragmentation.
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Demonstration Products*
The following systems are selected for demonstration:
- Infinity Targets by Infinite Defense
*Mention of or referral to commercial products, services, and manufacturers herein is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute endorsement by, nor the official policy or position of, the Department of Defense (DoD), any of its Components, or the U.S. Government.
Demonstration Sites
- MCB Quantico Weapons Training Battalion
- USMC Shooting Team
- U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU) – Fort Moore
- LRC Mata Weapons Facility – Fort Moore
- USAF 412th Security Forces Squadron (Edwards AFB)
- DHS ICE Office of Training and Tactical Programs (OTTP) Firearms and Tactics Division โ Fort Moore
- NASA AFRC Protective Services
Demonstration Details
Traditional firearm targets utilize paper, cardboard, tape, and staples, which are consumed quickly and generate a recurring waste stream. The paper and cardboard may come from non-recycled supplies and thus contribute to natural resource depletion. Paper targets and backers require additional coating or cover with plastic sleeves to withstand precipitation in inclement weather. The demonstration targets, in contrast, are constructed of 100% recycled rubber and far more durable, with a single target capable of handling up to 110 5.56 rounds per square inch. The material is non-ricochet and safe for close quarters while also allowing for expanded training environments in any weather. Target strikes are visible and require only touch-up paint applied to the impact area to reset the target for the next shooter.