BIGshot Pro Hunter 16 Archery Target

BIGshot Pro Hunter 16 Archery Target

Features

• Built with BIGshot Elasto-Flex foam that handles both field points and broadheads without tearing up your target after a season of shooting
• Crossbow rated to 375 FPS, so even your speed-demon crossbow won't blow through this thing like it owes you money
• Five specific target faces designed for each phase of your shooting experience, from first-light warm-up to pre-season tune-ups
• Unique tapered design keeps the target face perpendicular to your shooting plane for cleaner target acquisition and more accurate practice
• Compact tapered profile conserves storage space and travels easier than a standard block target
• Compatible with both field points and broadheads, so you can run one target through your entire practice routine
• At just 9 lbs, it's light enough to haul to your range, your buddy's property, or throw in the truck without a second thought
• Purpose-built target design that methodically prepares you for real hunting situations, not just punching paper for fun

Specifications

• SKU: 3500
• Model: PH-16
• Dimensions: 16"H x 16"W x 13.5"D
• Weight: 9 lbs
• Crossbow Rating: 375 FPS
• Compatible With: Field points and broadheads
• Foam Construction: BIGshot Elasto-Flex foam

Description

Most archery targets fall into one of two camps: they either eat broadheads for breakfast and spit out the ferrules, or they handle field points fine but disintegrate the moment a broadhead looks at them sideways. The BIGshot Pro Hunter 16 refuses to pick a side. Thanks to BIGshot's proprietary Elasto-Flex foam construction, this target stops both field points and broadheads cleanly, holds up over a full season of regular shooting, and still lets you pull arrows without a wrestling match every single time.

The Pro Hunter 16 measures 16 inches tall by 16 inches wide with a 13.5-inch depth, giving you a realistic and generous shooting face without taking up half your garage. The tapered design is a smart detail that a lot of hunters overlook until they use it. That taper positions the face perpendicular to your shooting plane, which means you're looking at the target the same way you'd look at a deer's vitals from your stand. It's not a gimmick, it's a legitimate advantage when you're building muscle memory before the season. At only 9 pounds, it moves around easily and stores without eating up space in your shed or truck bed.

The five-phase target face system is where this target really separates itself. Whether you're shooting a recurve for the first time this fall, dialing in a compound for 3D competition, or putting your crossbow through its paces at 375 FPS, the Pro Hunter 16 walks you through each stage with purpose. This isn't just a place to throw arrows. It's a structured practice tool built around the same way serious hunters approach pre-season prep. BIGshot engineered this target to grow with your skill level and hold up to the kind of volume shooting that actually makes you better in the field.

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Why Hunters Love It

Hunters who shoot this target consistently come back to the same two things: arrow removal is easy and the foam holds up. Those might sound like basic wins, but if you've ever had a broadhead practice session turn into a tug-of-war with your target while your arrows flex in ways they shouldn't, you understand exactly why those two things matter. The Pro Hunter 16 earns a 5-star average from verified buyers who put it through real use, not just a few warm-up shots before hanging it on a shelf.

The practical size and weight also make this a target that actually gets used. At 16 inches by 16 inches with a 13.5-inch depth and only 9 pounds on the scale, it goes wherever your practice session takes you. Backyard, food plot edge, hunting lease, range day with your kid who just got their first bow. It fits the lifestyle, not just the shooting lane. For a target that handles field points and broadheads, travels easy, and builds the kind of shooting habits that translate to clean, ethical kills in the field, the Pro Hunter 16 is hard to argue with.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the BIGshot Pro Hunter 16 handle broadheads, or just field points?
The Pro Hunter 16 is specifically built to handle both. BIGshot's Elasto-Flex foam is engineered to stop broadheads and field points without tearing out or creating oversized holes that ruin the target after a few sessions. This is one of the core reasons hunters choose this target over standard block foam alternatives.

What is the crossbow speed rating for the Pro Hunter 16?
The Pro Hunter 16 is rated for crossbows shooting up to 375 FPS. That covers the majority of modern crossbows on the market, including many of the high-performance models. If your crossbow is pushing beyond that threshold, you'll want to verify compatibility before shooting.

Why does the Pro Hunter 16 have a tapered design instead of a standard square target shape?
The taper serves a real functional purpose. It positions the target face perpendicular to your shooting plane, which more accurately simulates the angle you'd view an animal's vitals from a treestand or ground blind. It also reduces the target's footprint for easier storage and transport without sacrificing the usable shooting face size.

How difficult is it to pull arrows out of the Pro Hunter 16?
Arrow removal from Elasto-Flex foam is notably easier than from many solid foam block targets. The foam is designed to grip arrows enough to stop them cleanly but release without requiring excessive force. Broadheads do take a bit more effort than field points by nature, but this target does not lock them in the way some denser foam targets do.

What do the five target faces on the Pro Hunter 16 represent?
BIGshot designed the five faces to correspond to different phases of a shooter's experience, from basic form and sight-in practice to more advanced hunting preparation scenarios. This structured approach means you're building skills progressively rather than just shooting the same spot repeatedly. It makes the target useful whether you're brand new to archery or a seasoned hunter tuning up before season opener.

How does the Pro Hunter 16 hold up over a full season of regular shooting?
Based on verified buyer feedback and the Elasto-Flex foam construction, the Pro Hunter 16 is built for sustained use. The foam is designed to self-heal to a degree, meaning repeated arrow strikes in the same area don't immediately create blown-out holes. Like any target, heavy broadhead use over multiple seasons will eventually degrade it, but for a full season of regular practice it holds up very well.