Ravin .001 Match Grade Carbon Arrows for R500 Series – 6pcs

Ravin R500 Match Grade Carbon Crossbow Bolts .001, 6-Pack

Ultimate Engineering for Uncompromising Performance

The defining feature of these bolts is the incredibly tight 0.0254 mm straightness tolerance. In practice, this ensures that every bolt in the pack performs identically, eliminating group flyers and enhancing consistency. As the R500 series achieves velocities exceeding 500 FPS, these bolts feature high-impact aluminium nock bushings to protect the carbon shaft from the immense pressure during release. Each bolt is fletched with 5.1 cm (2") high-profile vanes applied with a precise offset. This creates immediate rotation upon exit, providing superior stabilisation even in windy conditions. The front end is fitted with heavy brass threaded inserts, which optimise the Front-of-Center (FOC) balance for improved flight path and penetration.

Technical Specifications

Intended Use and Smarter Shooting

These bolts are designed exclusively for Ravin R500 Series crossbows. Their purpose is to ensure that the hardware is never the limiting factor in your accuracy. They are ideal for 3D archery, long-range competition, and serious hunting applications where ethical, precise shots are paramount. The premium straightness is especially noticeable when shooting at distances beyond 70 metres.

Technological Insight

Did you know that a tolerance of .001 inches is thinner than a human hair? At the speeds reached by a Ravin R500, even a microscopic deviation in shaft straightness can cause a point-of-impact shift of several inches at 100 yards. These match-grade bolts reduce that variable to the absolute minimum.

Maintenance and Safety

To preserve the life of your premium ammunition, follow these guidelines:

• Clean the shaft after every shot to remove friction residue from the target, ensuring perfect balance.
• Regularly inspect the polymer nocks – they must click onto the string securely for every shot.
• Perform a "flex test": gently bend the shaft and listen for any internal cracking sounds in the carbon.

Safety Warnings

Never shoot at hard objects or targets not specifically rated for high-velocity crossbows. The extreme energy can cause the bolt to shatter instantly. Do not use these bolts in any crossbow models other than the R500 series, and never replace the proprietary Ravin nocks with generic ones, as this risks a dry-fire and destruction of the crossbow limbs.

Recommended Accessories

For these high-end bolts, I recommend a hard-shell arrow case to prevent vane damage during transport. An arrow puller is essential, as the kinetic energy makes these bolts nearly impossible to remove from modern targets by hand. For maximum effectiveness in the field, choose 100-grain (6.48 g) broadheads, which are perfectly matched to the ballistic profile of these shafts.