Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter with LiNK Overview

Ruger Kestrel 5700. The All-in-One Tool for Accuracy

Pre-loaded Ruger Rifles & Match Grade Bullet Library available in the free Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app for quick and easy set up.
Storage for 3 Gun Profiles that are capable of being set up with any kind of rifle or bullet combination.
Easy Mode walks you through a simple step-by-step guide to using your Kestrel so you can learn faster and start shooting long range with confidence.
Muzzle Velocity Calibration Guide allows for accurate measurement of bullet speed without a chronograph to improve accuracy.
Environmental Capture measures and adjusts for actual conditions wherever you are and automatically updates the ballistic solution - eliminating the need to re-zero when moving to a different altitude.
LRF connectivity LiNK Ballistics Bluetooth® low energy technology enables wireless communication to LiNK compatible laser range finders for improved speed and accuracy.
Mobile Device Management Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app available for iOS and Android provides convenient gun management and backup, access to the Applied Ballistics library of scientifically tested bullet data, and the ability to view your Kestrel’s solution remotely on your phone or tablet.
Choice of solution units (Mils, true MOA, Shooter’s MOA, or clicks) - works with any gun or targeting scope.
Long-Lasting & Weather-Proof Rugged (drop tested to MIL-STD-810G standards), IP67 waterproof, and backed by 5-year warranty

Environmental Measures
	Altitude (Barometric)
	Barometric Pressure
	Compass Direction
	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 Speed/Air Speed
Tips For Taking Accurate Measurements

The Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter is the ideal shooting tool for stretching your reach—this unit helps you to experience the same long-range accuracy typical of a custom-built rifle at an off-the-shelf price. It just plain works -- right out of the box. This exclusive model comes with a library of pre-measured Ruger rifles and match-grade ammunition available in the app, allowing you to simply select your Ruger rifle and cartridge then start making first-round hits on long-range targets! Kestrel Ballistics Weather Meters provide precise aim points that account for bullet drop and wind drift to get you on target on the first shot.

The Ruger Kestrel 5700 is the ideal companion to your Ruger rifle for experiencing the highest level of accuracy and performance on long distance shots.

Providing the same trusted accuracy, reliability, and usability as the original Kestrel Ballistics Weather Meters, this integrated weather meter and ballistics solver takes the guesswork out of long-range shooting and is the perfect tool for hunters, competitive, and recreational shooters working to stretch their reach in long-range shooting.

The free Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app for Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app for Android or the Kestrel Link Ballistics app for iOS provides the ability to build Gun Profiles with any type of rifle and bullet combination. Build and manage your gun/bullet profiles and download them to your Kestrel 5700 before you set out. At the range or match, secure your Kestrel 5700 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.

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

The Ruger Kesterl 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter

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 is drop-proof, dust-proof, waterproof and able to withstand harsh environments without damage– so it can accompany you to the range or hunt for years to come. A range of carry pouch options makes it even easier to take your Kestrel 5700 with you.

Please note: The Ruger Kestrel 5700, like all Kestrel Ballistics meters, are customizable to allow any gun and bullet profile to be built and saved in the unit and on the Kestrel Ballistics app. The Ruger Kestrel 5700 comes with a bullet library of the most common match grade factory ammunition for use in many Ruger rifles, making it incredibly easy and fast to get started. The bullet library includes the Ruger rifles and cartridges listed below with more to be added in the future.

Ruger American Predator

Cal: 308 Win

Ammo:

Hornady ELD Match 155gr
Hornady ELD Match 168gr
Hornady Match HPBT 178gr
Federal GMM SMK 168gr
Federal GMM SMK 175gr
Federal GMM Berger 185gr
Prime Match+ 175gr

Ruger American Predator

Cal: 6.5mm Creedmoor

Ammo:

Hornady ELD Match 120gr
Hornady ELD Match 140gr
Hornady ELD-X 143gr
Hornady ELD Match 147gr
Federal GMM Berger 130gr
Federal GMM SMK 140gr
Prime Match+ 130gr

Ruger American Predator

Cal: 6mm Creedmoor

Ammo:

Hornady ELD Match 108gr

Ruger Precision Rifle

Cal: 6.0 Creedmoor

Ammo:

Hornady ELD Match 108gr

Ruger Precision Rifle

Cal: 308 Win

Ammo:

Hornady ELD Match 155gr
Federal GMM SMK 168gr
Hornady ELD-X 178gr
Federal GMM SMK 175gr
Federal GMM Berger 185gr
Prime Match+ 175gr
Hornady ELD Match 168gr

Ruger Precision Rifle

Cal: 6.5 Creedmoor

Ammo:

Hornady ELD Match 120gr
Hornady ELD Match 140gr
Hornady ELD-X 143gr
Hornady ELD Match 147gr
Federal GMM Berger 130gr
Federal GMM SMK 140gr
Prime Match+ 130gr

Ruger Rimfire Rifle

Cal: 22LR

Ammo:

Federal GM HV Match 40gr
Federal GM Ultra Match 40gr
Federal GM Target 40gr
Federal GM Match 40gr
CCI Select 40gr
CCI Green Tag 40gr
CCI Standard Velocity 40gr
Lapua Center-X 40gr
Lapua Midas+ 40gr
Eley Match 40gr
Eley Tenex 40gr

Introducing the Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter

Ruger and Kestrel have partnered to bring you the all new Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter, a system that delivers the long-range accuracy of a custom built rifle at off-the-shelf prices.

Kestrel CRUSH

Prior to every new target, always remember to CRUSH it:
Capture DOF and wind direction,
Range the distance,
Update your environmental,
Spin your Kestrel,
Hit!

Kestrel 5700 & Elite Easy Mode Quick Start Guide

New Easy Mode feature launching at SHOT! Stop by our booth 3246 for a quick demo.

Truing muzzle velocity on your Kestrel Ballistics Meter

Truing your muzzle velocity is necessary if you want accurate adjustments and drop charts for long distance shooting.

Setting up gun profile on your Kestrel Ballistics Meter

Set up gun profile on your Kestrel Ballistics Meter. Get accurate measurement of wind and air density to deliver elevation and windage solutions for unprecedented accuracy on extended long range shots.

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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

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
Field Humidity Calibration/Correction Routine
High Contrast, Sunlight Readable Monochrome LCD Display
Integrated Flip Open Impeller Cover
Intuitive Tactile Up/Down/Enter Keypad
LiNK Wireless Communication - When Option Selected (Bluetooth low energy)*
Minimum/Maximum/Average Reading
Pressure Sensor
Relative Humidity Sensor
Waterproof to IP67 (3'/1M for 30 minutes)
Aerodynamic Jump Correction
Basic Ballistic Data Table
*Connect with LiNK Compatible Range Finders
Coriolis Correction
Create and store 1 Target
Create and store up to 3 Gun/Bullet Profiles
G1/G7 Drag Models
Muzzle Velocity Calibration
MV-Temp Table
Spin Drift Correction
Supports Mil, MOA, Clicks
Standard and Night Vision Preserving Backlight
Target Range Estimator

* 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:

Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics Weather Meter with LiNK: 0857BLR

Downloads

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

Kestrel Ballistics 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

Contains Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics gun and ammo information and Ruger gun wizard tutorial (Size: 1.2 MB)

Document shows all the current Ruger guns and ammunition for the Ruger Kestrel 5700 Ballistics along with a tutorial on how to use the Ruger Gun Wizard.

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

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.