Employs the Applied Ballistics bullet library of custom drag models, an exact measurement of your bullet’s drag profile plus corrections for Aerodynamic Jump, Spin Drift, Coriolis, and Drop Scale Factoring to achieve accurate extended long-range shots.
Expanded features include a customizable Target Card and an expanded Ballistics Data Table, as well as storage for up to 30 gun and bullet profiles and 10 saved targets.
Weather mode offers the full environmental measurements, storage and charting capabilities of the Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter, including wind speed, direction, crosswind, temperature, humidity, pressure and altitude.
LiNK connectivity powered by Bluetooth® low energy provides wireless communication to mobile devices and computers and integration with LiNK compatible laser range finders for improved speed and accuracy. (Note: LiNK Dongle sold seperately)
Kestrel LiNK for Ballistics app on Android and iOS provides full gun management as well as access to the Applied Ballistics library of custom drag models for transfer to the Kestrel.
Large, hi-res, hi-contrast, graphic display is perfectly readable in the brightest sunlight. Includes both bright white and night-vision-preserving red backlight.
Choice of solution units (Mils, true MOA, Shooter’s MOA, or clicks) - works with any gun or targeting scope.
Rugged (drop tested to MIL-STD-810G standards), waterproof (sealed to IP67 standards).

Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics and LiNK Overview

Environmental Measures
	Altitude (Barometric)
	Barometric Pressure
	Crosswind
	Density Altitude
	Dew Point Temperature
	Headwind/Tailwind
	Heat Stress Index
	Relative Humidity
	Station Pressure (Absolute Pressure)
	Temperature
	Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometric)
	Wind Chill
	Wind Direction
	Wind Speed/Air Speed
Tips For Taking Accurate Measurements

The Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics takes the guesswork out of long-range shooting, even out to the transonic and subsonic flight range of your bullet.

The Kestrel 5 Series platform offers a large, high-resolution and contrast display with ease of font readability. It also includes a built-in dual color backlight, extra-strong polycarbonate lens, AA battery operation and optional LiNK iOS and Android wireless connectivity and app support. Like all Kestrel meters, the Kestrel 5700 Elite is drop-proof, dust-proof, waterproof and able to withstand harsh environments without damage – so it can accompany you to the range, hunt, match, deployment or engagement for years to come. A range of carry pouch options makes it even easier to take your Kestrel meter with you.

Buy the Kestrel 5700 Elite with LiNK and get the power of the free Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app. Build and manage your gun/bullet profiles and download them to your Kestrel 5700 Elite before you set out. Choose from the extensive Litz library of custom bullet drag models for the most precise transonic and subsonic range solutions available anywhere. At the range or match, secure your Kestrel 5700 Elite to a tripod using the optional Kestrel Vane Mount and use the app to quickly adjust the target range and view the shooting solution and wind rose without leaving your shooting position. The LiNK Ballistics app even lets you set up multiple targets for single-screen viewing – just about an unfair advantage! It’s like having a meteorologist and ballistician standing next to you while you shoot.

LiNK enabled units can also be wirelessly paired with LiNK compatible laser rangefinders to seamlessly integrate target data into the ballistic solution for unparalleled speed and accuracy.

In addition to the ballistics solver capabilities, the Kestrel 5700 Elite is a comprehensive weather meter for measurement and logging of primary environmental conditions, including wind speed and direction, temperature, humidity, heat index, pressure and altitude. Paired with the Vane Mount, the Kestrel 5700 Elite becomes a compact, easily-deployable weather station. Your data log can be transferred to an iOS/Android device wirelessly with the LiNK wireless communication and the Kestrel LiNK app, or to a Windows/Mac device with either the wireless USB Kestrel LiNK Dongle or waterproof USB Data Transfer Cable (Both sold separately).

Kestrels have been put to the test in some of the harshest conditions on the planet. U.S. Special Forces, combat weather teams, wildland firefighters, smoke jumpers, Mt. Everest expeditions and auto pit crews are just a few who rely on a Kestrel to provide them with the crucial environmental data they need. Watch any on-screen meteorologist during a hurricane, and you’re sure to spot a Kestrel in action. With a Kestrel 5700 Elite, you can put accurate shooting solutions and environmental measurements in the palm of your hand, anywhere your adventure takes you.

Video Series for Getting started with a Kestrel Ballistics Meter

To purchase a 5700 Elite unit without LiNK Bluetooth connectivity, please call us at 1-800-784-4221.

Engraving Note: Please make sure that everything is spelled correctly, as your engraved product cannot be returned. All sales are final on engraved products. Add 2 business days to all engraving orders.

Which Kestrel Ballistics Meter is for you?

	Kestrel 2700 Platform	Kestrel 5700 Platform			Kestrel 5700 Elite Platform
	Kestrel 2700	Kestrel 5700	Ruger Kestrel 5700	Hornady Kestrel 5700	Kestrel 5700 Elite	Kestrel 5700X Elite
	$199 Buy Now	$449 Buy Now	$449 Buy Now	$539 Buy Now	$749 Buy Now	$899 Buy Now
	LiNK Enabled
LiNK Enabled	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	G1/G7 Drag Models in Mil, TMOA, SMOA, in, cm, Clicks
G1/G7 Drag Models in Mil, TMOA, SMOA, in, cm, Clicks	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Corrects for Wind, Temp, & Altitude Changes
Corrects for Wind, Temp, & Altitude Changes	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Easy Mode
Easy Mode	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	MV Calibration Guide
MV Calibration Guide	✔	✔	✔		✔	✔
	Gun Profile Storage
Gun Profile Storage	1 Gun	3 Guns	3 Guns	3 Guns	30 Guns	30 Guns
	Targets
Targets	1 Target	1 Target	1 Target	1 Target	30 stages with 10 targets in each	30 stages with 10 targets in each
	Aerodynamic Cross Wind Jump
Aerodynamic Cross Wind Jump		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Coriolis
Coriolis		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Spin Drift
Spin Drift		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Muzzle Velocity - Temperature Correction
Muzzle Velocity - Temperature Correction		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Moving Target Lead Calculator
Moving Target Lead Calculator		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Target Range Estimator
Target Range Estimator		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Target Speed Estimator
Target Speed Estimator		✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
	Ruger Rifles & Match Grade Ammo Library
Ruger Rifles & Match Grade Ammo Library			✔
	Hornady 4DOF Custom Bullet File
Hornady 4DOF Custom Bullet File				✔
	Axial Form Factor Calibration Guide
Axial Form Factor Calibration Guide				✔
	Zero Angle
Zero Angle				✔
	Range Card
Range Card					✔	✔
	Target Card
Target Card					✔	✔
	Applied Ballistics Custom Curves
Applied Ballistics Custom Curves					✔	✔
	Subsonic Range Truing (Drop Scale Factor)
Subsonic Range Truing (Drop Scale Factor)					✔	✔
	Zero Offset
Zero Offset					✔	✔
	Faster Processor Speed for ELR
Faster Processor Speed for ELR						✔
	Adjustable Bluetooth Strength Settings
Adjustable Bluetooth Strength Settings						✔
	Max Range
Max Range	875 Yards	4000 Yards	4000 Yards	3828 Yards	5500 Yards	5500 Yards

Uses

Military Weather & Environmental Monitoring
Precision & Competitive Shooting
Shooting

Features

Backlight - Switchable White/Red
Ballistics Calculator - Applied Ballistics®
Battery Life Indicator
Data Log Graph View
Data Logging - Adjustable Interval
Date & Time
Digital Compass
Drop-Tested to MIL-STD-810G
FREE Kestrel LiNK Apps for Windows & Mac*
FREE Kestrel LiNK Software for iOS and Android*
High Contrast, Sunlight Readable Monochrome LCD Display
Integrated Flip Open Impeller Cover
LiNK Wireless Communication to Mobile Devices (Bluetooth low energy)*
Multilingual Menus (English, French, Spanish, German)
Minimum/Maximum/Average Reading
Pressure Sensor
Relative Humidity Sensor
Temperature Sensor (Patented External Isolated)
Waterproof to IP67 (3'/1M for 30 minutes)
Advanced Ballistics Data table
Aerodynamic Jump Correction
Applied Ballistics Custom Drag Models
Average and Peak Wind Correction
*Connect with LiNK Compatible Range Finders
Coriolis Correction
Create and store 10 Targets
Create and store up to 30 Gun/Bullet Profiles
G1/G7 Drag Models
High Angle Shot Correction
Integrated Applied Ballistics Calculator
Moving Target Lead Correction
Muzzle Velocity Calibration
MV-Temp Table
Range Card
Spin Drift Correction
Supports Mil, MOA, Clicks
Subsonic Range Drop Scale Factor Calibration
Standard and Night Vision Preserving Backlight
Target Range Estimator
Zero Offset

* Applies to LiNK models only

Includes

Battery - 1 x AA
Certificate Of Conformity (Spec Sheet)
Instructions
Lanyard
Protective Drawstring Pouch

Specs

The specs on this page relate to all Kestrel 5 series meters. Just because a measurement is listed in this chart does not necessarily mean that it is included with all meters. To see a listing of all measurements and features for this meter, please click on the In-Depth tab above.

SENSORS
SENSORS	ACCURACY	RESOLUTION	SPECIFICATION RANGE	NOTES
Wind Speed \| Air Speed	Larger of 3% of reading, least significant digit or 20 ft/min Speed	0.1 m/s 1 ft/min 0.1 km/h 0.1 mph 0.1 knots 1 B* 0.1 F/S*	0.6 to 40.0 m/s 118 to 7,874 ft/min 2.2 to 144.0 km/h 1.3 to 89.5 mph 1.2 to 77.8 knots 0 to 12 B* 2-131.2*	1 inch\|25 mm diameter impeller with precision axle and low-friction Zytel® bearings. Startup speed stated as lower limit, readings may be taken down to 0.4 m/s \|79 ft min\|1.5 km/h \|.9 mph \|.8 kt after impeller startup. Off-axis accuracy -1% @ 5º off axis; -2% @ 10º; -3% @ 15º. Calibration drift < 1% after 100 hours use at 16 MPH\|7 m/s. Replacement impeller (NK PN-0801) field installs without tools (US Patent 5,783,753). Wind speed calibration and testing should be done with triangle on impeller located at the top front face of the Kestrel. Measuring wind speeds above 60 m/s / 134.2 mph can damage the impeller
Ambient Temperature	0.9 °F 0.5 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	-20.0 to 158.0 °F -29.0 to 70.0 °C	Airflow of 2.2 mph\|1 m/s or greater provides fastest response and reduction of insolation effect. For greatest accuracy, avoid direct sunlight on the temperature sensor and prolonged sunlight exposure to the unit in low airflow conditions. Calibration drift is negligible for the life of the product. For further details, see Display & Battery Operational Temperature Limits.
Relative Humidity	2%RH	0.1 %RH	10 to 90% 25°C noncondensing	To achieve stated accuracy, unit must be permitted to equilibrate to external temperature when exposed to large, rapid temperature changes and be kept out of direct sunlight. Calibration drift is typically less than ±0.25% per year.
Pressure	1.5 hPa\|mbar 0.044 inHg 0.022 PSI	0.1 hPa\|mbar 0.01 inHg 0.01 PSI	25°C/77°F 700-1100 hPa\|mbar 20.67-32.48 inHg 10.15-15.95 PSI	Monolithic silicon piezo-resistive pressure sensor with second-order temperature correction. Between 1100–1600 mbar, unit will operate with reduced accuracy. Sensor may not operate above 1600 mbar and can be damaged above 6,000 mbar or below 10 mbar. Calibration drift is negligible for the life of the product.
Compass	5°	1° 1/16th Cardinal Scale	0 to 360°	2-axis solid-state magneto-resistive sensor mounted perpendicular to unit plane. Accuracy of sensor dependent upon unit’s vertical position. Self-calibration routine eliminates magnetic error from batteries or unit and must be run after every full power- down (battery removal or change). Readout indicates direction to which the back of the unit is pointed when held in a vertical orientation. Declination/variation adjustable for True North readout.

CALCULATED MEASUREMENTS
MEASUREMENT	ACCURACY (+/-)	RESOLUTION	SENSORS EMPLOYED
Air Density	0.0002 lb/ft3 0.0033 kg/m	0.001 lbs/ft3 0.001 kg/m3	Temperature, Relative Humidity Pressure
Air Flow	6.71%	1 cfm 1 m3/hr 1 m3/m 0.1m3/s 1 L/s	Air Speed, User Input (Duct Shape & Size)
Altitude	typical: 23.6 ft/7.2 m from 750 to 1100 mBar max: 48.2 ft/14.7 m from 300 to 750 mBar	1 ft 1 m	Pressure, User Input (Reference Pressure)
Barometric Pressure	0.07 inHg 2.4 hPa\|mbar 0.03 PSI	0.01 inHg 0.1 hPa\|mbar 0.01 PSI	Pressure, User Input (Reference Altitude)
Crosswind & Headwind/Tailwind	7.1%	1 mph 1 ft/min 0.1 km/h 0.1 m/s 0.1 knots	Wind Speed, Compass
Delta T	3.2 °F 1.8 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Temperature, Relative Humidity Pressure
Density Altitude	226 ft 69 m	1 ft 1 m	Temperature, Relative Humidity Pressure
Dew Point	3.4 °F 1.9 °C 15- 95% RH. Refer to Range for Temperature Sensor	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Temperature, Relative Humidity
Evaporation Rate	0.01 lb/ft2/hr 0.06 kg/m2/hr	0.01 b/ft2/hr 0.01 kg/m2/hr	Wind Speed, Temperature Relative Humidity Pressure, User Input (Concrete Temperature)
Heat Index	7.1°F 4.0°C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Temperature, Relative Humidity
Moisture Content \| Humidity Ratio (“Grains”)	4.9gpp .7g/kg	0.1 gpp 0.01 g/kg	Temperature, Relative Humidity Pressure
Probability of Ignition (PIG)	PIG Accuracy dependent on proximity of inputs to reference table steps.	10%	Temperature, Relative Humidity
THI (NRC)	1.5 °F 0.8 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Temperature, Relative Humidity
THI (Yousef)	2.3 °F 1.3 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Temperature, Relative Humidity
Relative Air Density	.0.3%	0.1%	Temperature, Relative Humidity Pressure
Wet Bulb Temperature - Psychrometric	3.2 °F 1.8 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Temperature, Relative Humidity Pressure
Wet Bulb Temperature - Naturally Aspirated (NWB TEMP)	1.4 °F 0.8 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Wind Speed, Temperature Globe Temperature, Relative Humidity, Pressure
Wind Chill	1.6 °F 0.9 °C	0.1 °F 0.1 °C	Wind Speed, Temperature

ADDITIONAL PRODUCT INFO
Display & Backlight	Multifunction, multidigit monochrome dot-matrix display. Choice of white or red LED backlight.
Response Time & Display Update	Display updates every 1 second. After exposure to large environmental changes, all sensors require an equilibration period to reach stated accuracy. Measurements employing RH may require longer periods particularly after prolonged exposure to very high or very low humidity. WBGT requires about 8 minutes to reach 95% accuracy and about 15 minutes to reach 99% accuracy after exposure to large environmental changes.
Data Storage & Graphical display Min/Max/Avg History	Logged history stored and displayed for every measured value. Manual and auto data storage. Min/Max/Avg history may be reset independently. Auto-store interval settable from 2 seconds to 12 hours*, overwrite on or off. Logs even when display off except for 2 and 5 second intervals. Kestrel 5 series units hold over 10,000 data points.
data Upload & Bluetooth Data Connect Option	Wireless range up to 100ft. Connection requires optional USB data transfer cable or Kestrel Link Dongle or Kestrel LiNK app. Employs Kestrel Link protocol for data transmission with Link supported devices. (Kestrel LiNK for iOS/Android, Kestrel Link for PC/MAC).
Clock/Calendar	Real-time hours:minutes:seconds clock, calendar, automatic leap-year adjustment.
Auto Shutdown	User-selectable – Off, 15-60 minutes with no key presses.
Languages	English, French, German, Spanish.
Certifications	CE certified, RoHS, FCC, IC tested and WEEE compliant. Individually tested to NIST-traceable standards.
Origin	Designed and manufactured in the USA from US and imported components. Complies with Regional Value Content and Tariff Code Transformation requirements for NAFTA Preference Criterion B.
Battery Life	AA Lithium included. Up to 400 hours of use, reduced by backlight, alert light and buzzer, or Bluetooth radio transmission use.
Shock Resistance	MIL-STD-810g, Transit Shock, Method 516.6 Procedure IV; unit only; impact may damage replaceable impeller.
Sealing	Waterproof (IP67 and NEMA-6)
Display & Battery Operational Temperature Limits	14° F to 131° F \| -10 °C to 55 °C Measurements may be taken beyond the limits of the operational temperature range of the display and batteries by maintaining the unit within the operational range and then exposing it to the more extreme environment for the minimum time necessary to take reading.
Storage Temperature	-22.0 °F to 140.0 °F \| -30.0 °C to 60.0 °C.
Size & Weight	5.0 x 1.9 x 1.1 in \| 12.7 x 4.5 x 2.8 cm, 4.3 oz \| 121 g. (Lithium battery included)

Models & SKUs:

Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics (Black): 0857ABLK
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics (Olive): 0857AOLV
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics (Tan): 0857ATAN
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics (Blaze Orange): 0857ABLZ
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics and LiNK (Blaze Orange): 0857ALBLZ
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics and LiNK (Black): 0857ALBLK
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics and LiNK (Olive): 0857ALOLV
Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics and LiNK (Tan): 0857ALTAN

Downloads

Kestrel Ballistics 5 Series Instruction Manuals

How to Get Started with your Kestrel Ballistics Unit (Size: 184.7 KB)

A 10 step guide to setup your Kestrel to work with your gun.

User Guide Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter and Kestrel 5700/5700X Elite Weather Meters with Applied Ballistics (Also 5700 Sportsman Instructions) (Size: 795.1 KB)

Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter and Kestrel Elite/5700X Weather Meters with Applied Ballistics User Guide

Support Documents for all Kestrels

Applied Ballistics Profile Loader - Version 083 (Size: 6.4 MB)

This program is used to transfer gun profiles to and from a Kestrel ballistics unit and Windows computer. 4500 Ballistic models can use either Bluetooth or the PC Interface cradle but must have fw version 4.93. 5700 models must use the USB Transfer cable to connect. Instructions included in zip file.

Kestrel 5000 Firmware Update Change Log (Size: 350 KB)

Version 2.08 - Note if you are on version 1.49, you have the latest update. This is for newer models with different hardware.

Product Safety and Warranty (Size: 702.4 KB)

Product Safety and Warranty Kestrel 5000 Series

Kestrel Ballistics 5 Series Downloads

Chart of Accuracies for Bullet Trajectory (Size: 321.6 KB)

How is Bullet Length Calculated? (Size: 1.1 MB)

A quick diagram of how to measure bullet length

Tutorial on Accuracy 1st menu options for the Kestrel 5700 Elite (Size: 2.7 MB)

This is a quick guide that shows you how to use the Accuracy 1st menu options for the Kestrel 5700 Elite (fw 1.35 or higher needed)

Using WEZ Analysis to Increase Long-range P(hit) (Size: 415.2 KB)

sources of inaccuracy in long-range shooting

Where does Wind Matter? (Size: 376.4 KB)

wind measurement and long-range shooting, SME NVDOC1403-Wind

Kestrel 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

Fixing Connection Issues with an iPhone or iPad with Kestrel LiNK Ballistics (Size: 560.8 KB)

This guide will show a common workaround to assisting with connecting your Kestrel 5700 series unit with the Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app on an iPhone or iPad.

Kestrel Ballistics 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

How can I submit a tax-exempt order using the website? (Size: 915.2 KB)

Guidance on submitting a tax exempt order through the website

How to navigate to all the menu options in the Kestrel 5700 Elite. (Size: 1017.3 KB)

This document will help you navigate to specific features throughout the entire Kestrel Elite menu structure.

How to Update your Firmware LiNK Ballistics for Android (Size: 1 MB)

A quick guide to update your Kestrel LiNK Ballistics for Android firmware.

How to Update your Firmware LiNK Ballistics for iOS (Size: 706 KB)

A simple guide to help you update your Firmware on your Kestrel using LiNK for iOS

Kestrel 5700 Elite Button Diagram / Navigation Tree (Size: 222.6 KB)

This guide will show the button presses to access all the various menus and submenus on the Kestrel 5700 Elite unit.

Kestrel 5 Series Downloads

How to I determine the average wind direction? (Size: 837 KB)

The attached document in Excel will help with determining average wind direction and the use of a wind rose by using the exported CSV file. This would be pertinent to any of the 5500 models, especially important for spray drift and measurements in the protected zones.