The Gatling

A New Way to Create Simulated Game

The Acorn AutoSport Twin Gatling Quad has been developed for shoot organisers who want to create exciting, varied simulated game presentations whilst remaining in complete control of every drive.

By combining two independently operated AutoSport 90 clay traps onto a single mobile trailer, the Gatling offers a practical alternative to deploying multiple individual machines around a shoot. Whether producing fast report pairs, simultaneous pairs, crossing birds or challenging driven targets, the Gatling provides exceptional flexibility from one compact unit.

Designed for clubs, estates, commercial shoots and private grounds, the Gatling is equally at home entertaining a small group of friends or providing memorable target presentations during larger simulated game events.

Every Clay is Thrown Because You Choose to Throw It

Unlike automated systems that fire pre-programmed sequences, the Gatling places complete control in the hands of the trapper.

Every target is released deliberately, allowing the operator to react naturally to the pace of the drive, vary the timing of presentations and adjust the difficulty to suit the Guns.

This not only creates a more realistic simulated game experience, but also helps reduce unnecessary clay wastage, as targets are only thrown when they are needed.

Every clay is thrown because you choose to throw it.

The Trapper is Part of the Drive

Operating the Gatling is every bit as enjoyable as shooting the targets it produces.

The trapper becomes an active part of each drive, choosing exactly when to release individual birds, report pairs or simultaneous pairs. The result is a constantly changing and engaging experience that keeps both the Guns and the operator fully involved throughout the day.

Rather than simply starting an automatic sequence, the trapper helps shape every drive, creating realistic and unpredictable target presentations that are difficult to reproduce with conventional automated systems.

Proven AutoSport 90 Performance

At the heart of the Gatling are two Acorn AutoSport 90 traps, renowned for their reliability, consistency and throwing performance.

The standard specification delivers target distances of 130 metres (depending on conditions) with a cycle time of approximately one second. For customers seeking even greater performance, the optional Performance Package increases firing speed to 0.4 seconds whilst extending throwing distance to 150 metres (depending on conditions).

The result is an exceptionally versatile machine capable of producing everything from realistic driven birds to incredibly fast simulated game presentations.

Built for Years of Reliable Service

Like every Acorn machine, the Gatling has been designed and manufactured in Britain using proven engineering principles and robust construction throughout.

Its dedicated trailer allows the unit to be moved quickly between locations, making it ideal for estates, clubs and commercial shoots where layouts regularly change.

Simple to operate, straightforward to maintain and built for long-term reliability, the Gatling has been engineered to provide years of dependable service while delivering exciting target presentations time after time.

Covered by a 3 year manufactures warranty.

• Bespoke Tailor Made Covers
• Midi 90 insert
• Mini 70 insert
• Mini 60 insert
• Forklift Extension
• 50mm Tow Ball

What is the Acorn AutoSport Twin Gatling Quad?

The Gatling is a twin-trap simulated game system that combines two independently operated AutoSport 90 traps onto a single mobile trailer. It is designed to produce a wide variety of exciting simulated game target presentations whilst giving the trapper complete manual control over every target.

Who is the Gatling designed for?

The Gatling is ideal for shooting estates, clay grounds, clubs, game shoots and private individuals looking to create realistic and varied simulated game drives from a compact, mobile unit.

What types of targets can the Gatling produce?

The Gatling can produce individual birds, simultaneous pairs, report pairs, crossing targets, driven birds and many other simulated game presentations by varying the trap positions and release timing.

Why is manual operation an advantage?

Manual operation gives the trapper complete control over every target. Rather than following a programmed sequence, each clay is released exactly when required, creating a more natural and enjoyable simulated game experience whilst reducing unnecessary clay wastage.

How far can the Gatling throw a clay?

The standard machine is capable of throwing targets to approximately 130 metres, depending on conditions. The optional Performance Package increases this to approximately 150 metres, depending on conditions.

What is the Performance Package?

The optional Performance Package increases the firing speed from approximately 1 second to 0.4 seconds between targets, whilst also increasing maximum throwing distance to approximately 150 metres, depending on conditions.

Can the Gatling fire both traps together?

Yes. The Gatling can release individual birds, simultaneous pairs or report pairs, giving the trapper complete flexibility throughout the drive.

Is the Gatling easy to move?

Yes. The Gatling is mounted on a dedicated trailer fitted with a standard tow hitch, allowing it to be moved quickly between different shooting locations.

What type of clays can it use?

The Gatling is supplied for use with standard clay targets and can also be fitted with Midi inserts for greater flexibility.

Is the Gatling suitable for commercial simulated game days?

Yes. The Gatling is equally suited to commercial shoots, shooting clubs, estates and private simulated game events. Its flexibility makes it ideal for creating varied and engaging target presentations for shooters of all abilities.

What makes the Gatling different from an automatic simulated game system?

The Gatling has been designed to keep the trapper involved throughout the drive. Every clay is released intentionally rather than as part of a pre-programmed sequence, allowing the operator to vary the timing, react to the Guns and create more natural target presentations. The result is a more engaging experience for both the shooters and the trapper, with less unnecessary clay wastage.