Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics: Your Ultimate Precision Shooting Companion

For anyone serious about hitting targets at extended ranges, mastering the elements is paramount. The wind, temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure all conspire to pull your bullet off course, turning what should be a precise shot into a frustrating near miss. If you've ever asked yourself, "What's the best way to accurately account for environmental factors in long-range shooting?" or "How can I achieve first-round impacts consistently beyond 500 yards?", then the Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics (Part Number 0857ABLK) is designed precisely for your needs.

This indispensable tool is engineered for precision shooters, hunters, military and law enforcement snipers, and competitive marksmen who demand unparalleled accuracy and reliable data. It solves the critical problem of real-time environmental data acquisition and ballistic calculation, translating complex atmospheric conditions into actionable firing solutions. Gone are the days of guesswork, relying on unreliable charts, or struggling with manual calculations under pressure. The Kestrel 5700 Elite integrates a world-renowned ballistic engine with advanced environmental sensors into a single, compact, and rugged device, providing immediate and accurate firing solutions for extreme long-range engagements.

Unlocking Precision: The Power of Integrated Applied Ballistics

At the heart of the Kestrel 5700 Elite lies the robust Applied Ballistics solver, an engine trusted by professional shooters worldwide. This isn't just a simple ballistics calculator; it's a comprehensive system that considers every relevant variable affecting bullet flight. So, how does the Kestrel 5700 Elite calculate your firing solution with such accuracy?

• Custom Drag Models: Unlike generic G1/G7 drag models, Applied Ballistics leverages an extensive library of custom drag models (CDM) for over 500 projectiles. These models are derived from actual Doppler radar testing, providing a significantly more accurate representation of how a specific bullet flies through the air across its entire trajectory. This crucial detail means the Kestrel 5700 Elite doesn't guess; it knows precisely how your chosen bullet performs.
• Environmental Data Integration: The meter continuously measures crucial atmospheric conditions:
  • Wind Speed and Direction: Utilizing its patented impeller, the Kestrel provides highly accurate wind readings, including headwind/tailwind and crosswind components.
  • Temperature: Air temperature significantly affects air density and, consequently, bullet stability and drag.
  • Barometric Pressure (Station Pressure): Crucial for determining air density, the Kestrel measures ambient pressure, which is then automatically corrected for altitude to provide accurate density altitude.
  • Humidity: While less impactful than pressure and temperature, humidity still plays a role in air density calculations.
• Advanced Ballistic Computations: Beyond the basics, the Applied Ballistics solver accounts for subtle yet significant effects that become critical at longer ranges:
  • Coriolis Effect: The Earth's rotation subtly deflects projectiles. The Kestrel automatically calculates and compensates for this effect based on your latitude and firing direction.
  • Spin Drift: As a bullet spins, it experiences a small deflection due to gyroscopic forces. The Kestrel accounts for this inherent characteristic of your projectile.
  • Aerodynamic Jump: The upward or downward deflection caused by a crosswind interacting with the bullet's cant.
  • Rifle Cant: Input your rifle's cant, and the Kestrel will adjust the firing solution to prevent left/right misses caused by an unlevel weapon.
  • Target Angle: For uphill or downhill shots, the Kestrel calculates the "shooter's equivalent horizontal distance," ensuring accurate elevation holds regardless of terrain.

The result of these sophisticated calculations is a precise, real-time firing solution displayed in your preferred units (MILs, MOA, or clicks). This empowers you to make rapid, confident adjustments to your rifle scope, leading to higher hit probabilities and ethical shot placement, whether you're chasing game or competing for a podium finish.

Key Features That Set the Kestrel 5700 Elite Apart

The Kestrel 5700 Elite is more than just a ballistics calculator; it's a comprehensive weather station and data logger built to withstand the rigors of any environment.

Precision Environmental Sensors

What makes the Kestrel 5700 Elite the ideal environmental meter for shooters? Its highly accurate, integrated sensors provide real-time data crucial for ballistic computations:

• Wind Speed: Measures current, average, and maximum wind speeds (from 0.7 to 89 mph / 1.1 to 144 km/h). The large, replaceable impeller ensures precise readings even in challenging conditions.
• Temperature: Displays air, water, and snow temperature (°F or °C).
• Relative Humidity: Crucial for accurate density altitude calculations.
• Barometric Pressure: Provides station pressure and automatically calculates corrected barometric pressure and density altitude.
• Altitude: Derived from barometric pressure readings.
• Heat Index, Wind Chill, Dew Point: Additional useful weather parameters for general environmental awareness.

These sensors feed directly into the Applied Ballistics engine, ensuring that every calculation is based on the most current and localized atmospheric data.

Seamless Connectivity: Kestrel LINK Bluetooth Low Energy

The Kestrel 5700 Elite revolutionizes workflow efficiency through its Kestrel LINK app (available for iOS and Android) via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity. This feature is a game-changer for several reasons:

• Profile Management: Easily create, store, and manage an unlimited number of custom bullet and rifle profiles within the Kestrel LINK app. Input specific bullet characteristics (BC, weight), rifle details (sight height, twist rate), and zero range. These profiles can then be quickly transferred to your Kestrel meter, eliminating the need for manual data entry in the field.
• Real-Time Data Display: View your Kestrel's current environmental readings and firing solutions directly on your smartphone screen, making it easier to share data with spotters or instructors.
• Firmware Updates: Keep your Kestrel meter up-to-date with the latest software and ballistics improvements directly through the app, ensuring peak performance and access to new features.
• Integration with Laser Rangefinders (LiNK models): The Kestrel 5700 Elite with LiNK connectivity can wirelessly connect to compatible Bluetooth-enabled rangefinders like the Bushnell CONX or SIG Kilo series. This allows the rangefinder to send target distance and angle directly to the Kestrel, which then instantly generates a firing solution, streamlining your shot process and saving critical seconds. This direct communication minimizes errors and accelerates engagement time.
• Data Logging: The Kestrel 5700 Elite can log thousands of data points, including environmental conditions and firing solutions, allowing for post-mission analysis and improved understanding of your shooting performance under various conditions.

Built for the Field: Durability and Design

When you're out in the elements, your gear needs to be as tough as you are. The Kestrel 5700 Elite is designed with extreme durability in mind:

• Rugged Construction: Its housing is designed to be drop-tested to MIL-STD-810G standards, ensuring it can withstand accidental drops and impacts in harsh environments.
• Waterproof and Dustproof: Rated to IP67 standards, the Kestrel is completely submersible up to 1 meter for 30 minutes, protecting it from rain, splashes, and dust. This makes it reliable in any weather condition, from a downpour in the mountains to a dusty desert range.
• High-Contrast Backlit Display: The large, clear display is easy to read in all lighting conditions, from bright sunlight to complete darkness. The backlight features a night-vision preserving red option, crucial for tactical applications where maintaining night adapted vision is essential.
• Intuitive Interface: Navigating the Kestrel 5700 Elite is straightforward with its simple, logical menu system. Even complex ballistic solutions can be accessed and adjusted quickly.
• Long-Lasting Power: Powered by a single AA battery, the Kestrel 5700 Elite offers extended operational life, minimizing the need for frequent battery changes in the field. It also features a low-battery indicator to ensure you're never caught off guard.

Who Benefits from the Kestrel 5700 Elite?

This device is not just for elite snipers; it offers significant advantages to a wide range of users:

• Competitive Long-Range Shooters (PRS, NRL, F-Class): In the world of competitive shooting, every tenth of a MIL or MOA counts. The Kestrel 5700 Elite provides the precision and speed needed to make rapid, accurate adjustments under time pressure, giving competitors a decisive edge. It helps answer questions like, "How do I optimize my DOPE for a specific stage with varying distances and winds?"
• Hunters: Ethical hunting demands a clean, humane kill. The Kestrel ensures you have the precise data for an accurate shot, especially when hunting in varied terrain or across long distances. It assists in answering: "What are the exact elevation and windage holdovers for a deer at 450 yards on an incline?"
• Military and Law Enforcement Snipers: For critical engagements, reliable and immediate ballistic solutions are non-negotiable. The Kestrel 5700 Elite is a trusted tool for tactical professionals, aiding in mission success and reducing collateral risk. It's built to perform when lives are on the line.
• Precision Reloaders and Ballisticians: Understanding how different loads perform under varying conditions is key to developing highly accurate ammunition. The Kestrel provides the environmental data needed to test and validate ballistic coefficients and ensure consistent performance.
• Outdoor Enthusiasts and Meteorologists: While optimized for shooting, the Kestrel 5700 Elite's advanced environmental sensing capabilities make it an excellent tool for anyone needing accurate weather data in the field, from hikers and climbers to researchers.

Why Choose the Kestrel 5700 Elite (0857ABLK)?

When considering a weather meter and ballistic solver, the Kestrel 5700 Elite stands out as an industry leader. It represents the pinnacle of handheld environmental and ballistic technology.

• Unrivaled Accuracy: The combination of precision sensors and the powerful Applied Ballistics engine ensures the most accurate firing solutions available in a portable device. This directly translates to increased hit probability and confidence in your shooting.
• Comprehensive Data: It provides all the environmental parameters and ballistic calculations you need, presented in an easy-to-understand format.
• Robust and Reliable: Built to Kestrel's legendary standards for durability, it will perform consistently in the most challenging conditions.
• Streamlined Workflow: Kestrel LINK connectivity and integration with compatible rangefinders drastically reduce the time and effort required to get a firing solution, making you faster and more effective.
• Trusted by Professionals: Kestrel meters are the go-to choice for military snipers, competitive shooters, and serious long-range enthusiasts worldwide, a testament to their performance and reliability.

Investing in a Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics is investing in precision, consistency, and confidence. It's the essential tool for anyone who takes long-range shooting seriously and wants to master the art of the precision shot.

This elite meter, with its black finish and robust feature set, including AA battery compatibility and Kestrel LINK connectivity for Applied Ballistics integration, is readily available to elevate your shooting performance. You can find the Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter, Part Number 0857ABLK, and a wide array of other shooting and outdoor gear, conveniently at DEGuns.com. DEGuns is committed to providing top-tier products to shooters who demand the best in performance and reliability.

Feature	Description	Benefit
Applied Ballistics Elite Solver	Industry-leading ballistics engine with custom drag models, G1/G7 support, and advanced calculations (Coriolis, Spin Drift, Aerodynamic Jump, Cant).	Provides highly accurate elevation and windage solutions for any shot, significantly increasing first-round hit probability and reducing guesswork.
Environmental Sensors	Integrated sensors for wind speed, temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, altitude, density altitude, heat index, and more.	Delivers real-time, precise environmental data directly into the ballistic calculation, ensuring solutions are always tailored to current conditions, critical for long-range accuracy.
Kestrel LINK (Bluetooth)	Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity for wireless communication with smartphones, tablets, and compatible laser rangefinders. Includes Kestrel LINK app for profile management, data viewing, and firmware updates.	Streamlines workflow, allows for easy management of rifle/bullet profiles, enables real-time data display on a larger screen, and integrates seamlessly with rangefinders for rapid, hands-free data transfer and instant firing solutions.
Rugged & Waterproof Design	Drop-tested to MIL-STD-810G, IP67 waterproof (submersible to 1m for 30 min), dustproof, and features a high-contrast, night-vision preserving backlit display.	Built to withstand extreme outdoor conditions, ensuring reliable performance in rain, dust, or impact. The display ensures readability in all lighting scenarios, from bright daylight to tactical night operations.
Power Source & Portability	Operates on one (1) AA battery, offering extended battery life, and is compact/lightweight for easy carrying in the field.	Convenient and reliable power source with long operational time. Its portable design ensures it can be easily carried in a pocket or pack, always ready for use without adding significant bulk.

Product Details	Specification
Model Name	Kestrel 5700 Elite Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics
Part Number	0857ABLK
Color	Black
Connectivity	Kestrel LINK (Bluetooth Low Energy)
Power Source	1x AA Battery
Ingress Protection	IP67 (Waterproof & Dustproof)
Drop Test	MIL-STD-810G
UPC	817502020294