Wow, I can't even fathom taking a shot over 50 yards at a live animal. Target is great, but I want the utmost confidence that I will drop that critter and too much can go wrong beyond 40 yards. I personally don't want to take a shot beyond 30 yards. Can I hit something at 50 yards? Heck yeah, but I have a long season ahead and, if I am doing my job right, I should be able to bring them in within 30 yards. JMHO.