Kestrel 5700 Elite Handheld Weather Meter with Applied Ballistics & LINK Connectivity

The Kestrel 5700 Elite handheld weather meter with Applied Ballistics is the tool serious long-range hunters and precision rifle shooters depend on to dial in accurate fire control solutions in the field. This portable weather station measures 15 environmental parameters—wind speed, temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, altitude, and more—then feeds that real-world data into Applied Ballistics' custom drag models to predict bullet trajectory with the precision you need for extended-range shots. Whether you're hunting at sea level or in the mountains, the Elite accounts for spin drift, Coriolis effect, aerodynamic jump, and angle compensation to help you shoot farther and more confidently.

What sets the 5700 Elite apart is its combination of field ruggedness and connectivity. A high-resolution, sunlight-readable display with intuitive navigation makes it usable in any lighting condition, while Bluetooth LINK lets you sync data wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet running iOS or Android—no cables, no excuses. The meter stores up to 16 custom gun and bullet profiles and 5 saved target locations, so you can switch between loads and hunting scenarios without losing your data. You also get access to Applied Ballistics' library of over 225 long-range bullet profiles, or you can input your own velocity and ballistic coefficient (G1 or G7) to create a custom load profile.

The 5700 Elite runs on a single AA battery with a sealed door design that isolates the battery compartment from the main circuit board—a practical improvement that prevents the corrosion issues that plagued earlier models. The weatherproof construction, scratch-resistant window, and choice of white or red (night-vision-compatible) backlighting make it ready for pre-dawn glassing, midday dope-checking, or backcountry hunts where reliability matters. Multi-language support (English, French, German, Spanish) rounds out a meter built for hunters who take precision seriously.

Key Features

• Measures 15 environmental parameters including wind speed, temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, altitude, and density altitude
• Applied Ballistics ballistic engine with custom drag models and access to 225+ bullet profiles
• Calculates fire control solutions accounting for spin drift, Coriolis effect, aerodynamic jump, and angle
• Stores up to 16 gun and bullet profiles plus 5 saved target locations
• Bluetooth LINK connectivity syncs data to iOS and Android devices
• High-resolution display readable in bright sunlight with intuitive menu navigation
• Sealed battery compartment with single AA power
• White and red (night vision) backlight options
• Scratch and breakage-resistant window
• Multi-language interface: English, French, German, Spanish
• Customizable range card and expanded ballistics data table

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the Kestrel 5700 Elite to dial in a custom hunting load?

Yes. The meter stores up to 16 custom gun and bullet profiles. You can either select from the library of 225+ pre-loaded bullet profiles or input your own velocity and ballistic coefficient (G1 or G7) to build a custom load profile. You'll also need to input your specific rifle's zero distance and then train the software to match your impacts at long range.

Does the Kestrel 5700 Elite connect to my phone or tablet?

Yes. Bluetooth LINK connectivity allows wireless syncing with both iOS and Android devices, eliminating the need for cables or manual data entry.

What environmental conditions does this weather meter measure?

The 5700 Elite measures 15 environmental parameters: wind speed and direction, temperature, wind chill, relative humidity, heat stress index, dewpoint temperature, wet bulb temperature, barometric pressure, altitude, density altitude, crosswind, and headwind/tailwind components.

What kind of battery does it use and how long does it last?

The Kestrel 5700 Elite uses a single AA battery. The battery compartment is sealed separately from the main circuit board to prevent corrosion from leaks.