Ravin R470 vs Ravin R500
A spec-by-spec, CareScore™-driven breakdown of these two crossbows. Every metric is normalised and weighted so the winner is decided by the data.
The verdict
Winner: the Ravin R500 — CareScore 69.1 vs 57.3.
The Ravin R500 takes this matchup with a CareScore of 69.1, a 11.8-point margin over the Ravin R470. It pulls ahead most on power stroke, kinetic energy and speed. That said, the better buy still depends on how you shoot — check the spec table below for the trade-offs.
| Spec | Ravin R470 | Ravin R500 |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 470 fps | 500 fps |
| Kinetic Energy | 196 ft-lb | 222 ft-lb |
| Price | $2,549.99 | $2,649.99 |
| Cocked Width | 4.30" | 3.60" |
| Cocking System | Integrated | Integrated |
| Overall Length | 26.75" | 28.50" |
| Mass Weight | 8.45 lb | 8.40 lb |
| Power Stroke | 13.00" | 15.00" |
| Draw Weight(ref) | — | — |
| Specs won | 2 | 5 |
| CareScore | 57.3 | 69.1 |