Kestrel 5700 Elite Quick Setup Guide

Published on October 4, 2019
Duration: 6:24

This guide provides a quick setup for the Kestrel 5700 Elite weather meter for precision rifle shooters. It covers capturing environmental data, ranging targets, inputting wind and elevation adjustments, and building a custom gun profile using muzzle velocity and bullet data. The process is demonstrated for achieving a hit at 300 yards after establishing a zero.

Quick Summary

The Kestrel 5700 Elite provides quick shooting solutions using its 'Crush Methodology' by capturing range and wind direction. For optimal accuracy, build a custom gun profile by inputting muzzle velocity, zero range, bore height, and twist rate, and ensure accurate environmental data like temperature and humidity are entered.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction to Kestrel 5700 Elite
  2. 00:20Main Screen and Quick Solution
  3. 00:34Capturing Range and Wind Direction
  4. 00:59Updating Environmental Data
  5. 01:42Building a Gun Profile: Velocity Data
  6. 02:40Linking Kestrel and Phone
  7. 02:43Gun Profile Management
  8. 02:57Selecting Bullet and Ballistic Solver
  9. 03:27Entering Muzzle Velocity and Zero Range
  10. 03:43Setting Bore Sight and Twist Rate
  11. 03:51Saving and Sending Profile
  12. 04:14Setting Up for Zero Shot
  13. 04:24Zeroing at 300 Yards
  14. 04:34Inputting Elevation Adjustment
  15. 04:48Parallax Adjustment and Rifle Leveling
  16. 05:15Live Fire and Impact Confirmation
  17. 05:56Summary and Verification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Crush Methodology' for using a Kestrel 5700 Elite?

The 'Crush Methodology' for the Kestrel 5700 Elite involves capturing the range to your target and the wind direction. You then input this data, along with environmental factors like temperature and humidity, to generate a precise shooting solution for your rifle.

How do I build a custom gun profile on the Kestrel 5700 Elite?

To build a custom gun profile, link your Kestrel to its app, name your rifle, select your bullet from the library (e.g., Hornady 73gr ELD-M), choose a ballistic solver like G7, and input your measured muzzle velocity, zero range, bore height, and barrel twist rate.

What environmental factors are important for Kestrel ballistic calculations?

The Kestrel 5700 Elite requires accurate environmental data for its ballistic calculations. Key factors include temperature (e.g., 82°F) and relative humidity (e.g., 80%). These values help the device predict how atmospheric conditions will affect bullet trajectory.

What is the significance of muzzle velocity and standard deviation for ammunition?

Muzzle velocity is a critical input for ballistic calculators. Standard deviation, especially for hand-loaded or match ammunition, indicates consistency. A lower standard deviation (e.g., +/- 30 fps or better) leads to more predictable bullet performance and accuracy.

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