Morrell Manufacturing has been building archery targets in Alma, Arkansas since 1986. Over 40 years, the family-owned company has become one of the most recognized names in the sport, and the Yellow Jacket MOD Pro represents one of its most flexible bag targets yet. This article breaks down its design, its interchangeable face system, how it performs, and whether it's the right fit for your setup.
Key Takeaways
- Seven interchangeable faces let you switch from tuning to tournament scoring to hunting practice in seconds
- Rated to stop compound bows and crossbows up to 435 fps
- Weather-resistant build handles heavy shot volume on outdoor ranges
- One modular system replaces separate tuning, practice, and scoring targets
What Makes the Yellow Jacket MOD Pro Different
The MOD Pro isn't a small target. It measures 29 x 13 x 31 inches and weighs about 55 pounds. That bulk is what keeps it working like a range fixture, not a backyard toy.
A lighter bag target tends to shift after repeated hits, especially at higher draw weights. The MOD Pro's mass keeps it planted. Combined with a flat-bottom design, this gives it a stable footprint whether it's sitting on grass, a concrete pad, or slightly uneven range dirt.
Morrell built the MOD Pro like one of its Outdoor Range targets, with input from a research group of professional competing archers. That range-style construction holds up under the shot volume a serious archer or small range puts in season after season.
Portability Versus Stationary Use
The target includes an E-Z Tote carrying handle. A 55-pound target with this footprint still works best as a semi-permanent range fixture, not something you toss in the truck every weekend. The handle helps you position it once—not haul it weekly.
Weather-Resistant, Not Weatherproof
Construction is weather-resistant and built for outdoor use. Leaving any bag target exposed indefinitely still shortens its life. Bring it under cover between sessions, or at least during heavy rain or snow, to keep it shooting longer.
Interchangeable Target Faces: The Game-Changing Feature
This is where the MOD Pro separates itself from a standard bag target. Instead of buying a new target for every discipline, you swap the face.
The system uses Velcro attachment. No straps, no screws, no hooks. Grommets on each wrap also let you hang a face separately if you want to use it on its own backer.
Morrell offers seven official wraps for the full-size MOD Pro:
- Tuning + Precision (included with the base target) — precision bullseyes in three sizes plus a 1-inch tuning grid for correcting shot placement
- Long Distance 80cm — built for extended-range accuracy work
- NFAA 40+60cm — tournament-standard bullseyes used in NFAA Vegas Shoot practice, including a Lancaster Bonus Dot
- ASA/IBO Scoring — tournament-style scoring rings for competition prep
- NFAA Redding Bullseyes — matches the Redding format used in the Western Classic Shoot
- Buck + Turkey — vital-zone designs for bowhunting shot placement
- Games — informal, recreational shooting layouts
Additional wraps run around $24.99 each, with some retailer listings showing $22.99. Buying two or three lets one target serve tuning sessions in the morning and tournament prep in the afternoon.
You're not storing five different targets in your garage. One target and a stack of wraps that weigh almost nothing cover every discipline.
Performance and Durability: Does It Hold Up?
The MOD Pro is rated to stop compound bows and crossbows up to 435 fps. Lancaster Archery Supply's product page confirms that rating along with the same dimensions and weight.
For most shooters, that ceiling covers modern compound and crossbow setups with margin to spare.
Real-World Testing
American Hunter's review of the MOD Pro put hundreds of arrows into the target and found it held up well against arrow damage. It also survived several soakings without falling apart—useful third-party durability feedback.
A few realistic caveats worth knowing:
- The target is built for field points, not broadheads
- Oversized outserts can make arrow removal harder, according to a separate Field & Stream review
- Match practice tip diameter to your shaft (most carbon shafts run 9/16 inch) for easier pulls
Oversized field points create a wedge effect inside the target material. That friction issue shows up on nearly every bag target, not only the MOD Pro.
Who Should Buy the MOD Pro?
The MOD Pro fits a specific type of buyer well:
- Backyard range owners who want one target that handles tuning, long-distance work, and casual shooting
- Bowhunters practicing vital-zone shot placement with the Buck + Turkey wrap
- Competitive archers prepping for NFAA, ASA, or IBO formats who need accurate scoring faces without owning separate targets for each
Where it's not the right fit:
- Weekend travel: Yellow Jacket Swarm or MOD Pro 25 for lightweight truck-bed trips
- Schools and youth programs: NASP Youth and Eternity targets built for lighter draw weights
- High-volume commercial ranges: M48 with a rebuildable internal frame for thousands of shots at larger scale
The MOD Pro sits in the middle: serious enough for tournament prep, stable enough for daily backyard use, but not the target you'd pick for portability.
Why Choose Morrell for Your Archery Target Needs
Morrell has been manufacturing targets in the United States since 1986, starting when founder Dale Morrell built his first bag target design in his garage. That focus on easy arrow removal and durability still shapes the product line four decades later.
A few reasons archers keep coming back to the brand:
- Made in the USA by a family-owned manufacturer for over 40 years
- Voted #1 in consumer and dealer contests for 20+ years, with 22 consecutive Bowhunting World Readers' Choice Gold Awards
- Official NASP supplier of approved targets, scoring paper, and equipment to schools nationwide
If the MOD Pro isn't quite the right size or format for your needs, Morrell's broader lineup of bag, foam, and 3D targets covers everything from youth programs to commercial ranges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most durable archery target?
Bag targets built with internal frame systems, quality synthetic fill, and high fps ratings hold up best over time. The MOD Pro's outdoor-range-style construction and 435 fps rating put it in that durable category, especially for field-point practice.
Who makes Morrell targets?
Morrell Manufacturing, Inc. is a family-owned, Made in the USA archery target manufacturer founded in 1986 in Alma, Arkansas. The company has grown from a garage workshop into a nationally recognized brand.
What is the best stuffing to use in an archery target?
Quality bag targets use specialized synthetic fill engineered for easy arrow removal and long-term durability. Makeshift materials like rags or old clothing wear out fast and make arrows much harder to pull.
How fast of a bow can the Yellow Jacket MOD Pro handle?
The MOD Pro is rated to stop compound bows and crossbows up to 435 fps. That covers the vast majority of modern bow setups on the market today.
How much does the Yellow Jacket MOD Pro cost?
The MSRP is $179.99, with additional interchangeable wraps sold separately at around $24.99 each. Some retailer listings show slightly lower prices depending on stock.
Can I use broadheads with the MOD Pro?
Broadheads aren't recommended for the MOD Pro or most bag targets, since the blades can cut through the target material. Stick to field points sized to match your arrow shaft for the cleanest results.
