Ravin R500 vs TenPoint TRX 515
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 68.1.
The Ravin R500 takes this matchup with a CareScore of 69.1, a 1.0-point margin over the TenPoint TRX 515. It pulls ahead most on cocked width, kinetic energy and price. That said, the better buy still depends on how you shoot — check the spec table below for the trade-offs.
| Spec | Ravin R500 | TenPoint TRX 515 |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 500 fps | 515 fps |
| Kinetic Energy | 222 ft-lb | 204 ft-lb |
| Price | $2,649.99 | $3,000 |
| Cocked Width | 3.60" | 6.00" |
| Cocking System | Integrated | Integrated |
| Overall Length | 28.50" | 29.00" |
| Mass Weight | 8.40 lb | 7.20 lb |
| Power Stroke | 15.00" | 16.00" |
| Draw Weight(ref) | — | 300 lb |
| Specs won | 4 | 3 |
| CareScore | 69.1 | 68.1 |

