Quick verdict
The Nitro 505 is TenPoint's speed flagship at 505 FPS, paired with an EVO-X Elite scope and ACUslide cocking and de-cocking. It delivers the flattest trajectory in our lineup, but at about $3,000 most whitetail hunters will get better value from the Flatline 460 or Stealth 450.
Approx. price (Sept 2026): $2,999.99 (Moss Green) / $3,099.99 (Veil Alpine)Prices change, check Amazon for current price.
Currently out of stock on Amazon. The Nitro 505 Oracle is the same bow with a Burris Oracle X rangefinding scope and is in stock.
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Few crossbows reach 505 FPS. The TenPoint Nitro 505 is built for hunters who want the fastest, flattest shooting bow TenPoint offers, and it comes with the EVO-X Elite scope and ACUslide cocking and de-cocking.
Speed brings real benefits: a flatter arrow path, less holdover when you misjudge range and more energy on target. It also brings real costs: a much higher price and, in general across the category, more stress on strings and arrows. This review looks at whether those tradeoffs make sense for you.
We did not shoot the Nitro 505. This is a research-based review using TenPoint's listed specs, the Amazon rating picture as of September 2026 and recurring owner discussion themes. Details in how we review.
Who it's for, and who it's not for
Good fit if you are
- Hunters who want maximum speed and a flat trajectory
- Open country and field edge setups with longer possible shots
- Buyers who want a premium factory scope included
Look elsewhere if you are
- Budget conscious whitetail hunters shooting inside typical woodland distances
- Anyone who does not need more than 450 FPS
- Buyers who want a rangefinder built in, see the Nitro 505 Oracle
Nitro 505 specs
Every spec below comes from our verified product data. If a spec is not listed here, we do not have a confirmed figure for it, so we leave it out rather than guess.
| Brand | TenPoint |
|---|---|
| Rated speed | 505 FPS |
| Cocking | ACUslide |
| Scope | EVO-X Elite scope |
| Listed features | EVO-X Elite scope, ACUslide cocking and de-cocking |
| Approx. price (Sept 2026) | $2,999.99 (Moss Green) / $3,099.99 (Veil Alpine) |
| Amazon rating (Sept 2026) | 4.0 stars (22 ratings) |
| KE with 400 gr arrow (calculated) | 226.6 ft-lbs |
What's in the box
Our product data confirms the following items are included with the TenPoint Nitro 505:
- EVO-X Elite scope
Need more arrows, a case or a sling? See our guides to crossbow arrows, cases and bowpacks and broadheads.
Speed and kinetic energy
TenPoint rates the Nitro 505 at 505 FPS. Manufacturers typically measure rated speed with a specific arrow weight, and real world speed with your arrows can differ. To keep comparisons fair, we calculate energy for every bow with the same 400 grain arrow using the standard formulas: kinetic energy (ft-lbs) = grain × FPS² ÷ 450,240 and momentum (slug-ft/s) = grain × FPS ÷ 225,218.
At 505 FPS, a 400 grain arrow carries about 226.6 ft-lbs of kinetic energy and 0.90 slug-ft/s of momentum at the muzzle. That places it in the very large game class of widely cited energy guidelines (elk, moose, cape buffalo class animals). For whitetail, a common guideline is at least 42 ft-lbs, so every bow in our lineup clears that bar with a large margin. Shot placement and a sharp broadhead matter far more than extra speed.
| Crossbow | Rated FPS | KE, 400 gr (ft-lbs) | Momentum (slug-ft/s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro 505 (this bow) | 505 | 226.6 | 0.90 |
| Flatline 460 Oracle X | 460 | 188.0 | 0.82 |
| Stealth 450 Oracle X | 450 | 179.9 | 0.80 |
| RDX 410 | 410 | 149.3 | 0.73 |
| Titan 400 | 400 | 142.1 | 0.71 |
| Rampage XS | 390 | 135.1 | 0.69 |
| Commander M1 | 380 | 128.3 | 0.67 |
Values are calculated at the muzzle from rated speed. Arrows lose speed and energy downrange. Try your own arrow weight in our crossbow speed and energy calculator, and read how far a 400 FPS crossbow can shoot for practical range limits.
Cocking: ACUslide
ACUslide is TenPoint's integrated crank system. It lives inside the stock, so there is no rope to carry and nothing to attach before you cock the bow. The feature that matters most for hunters is that it also de-cocks. At the end of a sit you can let the string down under control instead of shooting a bolt into the dirt or a discharge bag.
Owners across hunting forums and Reddit threads consistently rank safe de-cocking as one of the biggest quality of life upgrades in modern crossbows. It removes the end of day routine of finding a safe backstop, and it means a bow does not have to sit cocked for hours in a truck or blind. The tradeoff is cost: ACUslide bows sit in TenPoint's upper price tiers, and cranking is slower than a rope cocker for people who practice a lot.
New to this? Our step by step guide on how to cock a crossbow covers every method, and how long you can leave a crossbow cocked explains safe storage.
Scope and optics
The bow ships with the EVO-X Elite scope. A factory matched scope means you can mount, sight in and hunt without shopping for optics separately, and it is calibrated with the bow's speed class in mind.
If you later want more magnification, an illuminated reticle or longer range marks, see our crossbow scope guide for upgrades such as the TenPoint Pro-View 2, RangeMaster 100, EVO-X Marksman Elite 3.0 and Hawke XB30 Pro.
Whatever scope you use, a careful zero makes the biggest difference. Follow our crossbow sight-in guide before hunting season.
What owners say
We summarize recurring themes from public Amazon ratings and owner discussions on hunting forums and Reddit. These are patterns, not quotes, and small rating counts mean individual experiences carry a lot of weight.
The Nitro 505 averages 4.0 stars from 22 Amazon ratings as of September 2026. That is decent but lower than the Flatline 460 (4.6 from 16) and Stealth 450 (4.4 from 18).
- Speed and flat shooting are the main praise points in owner discussions
- Price versus benefit comes up constantly, especially compared with the Flatline 460
- ACUslide de-cocking is valued, as with other TenPoint ACUslide bows
- The mixed portion of ratings suggests some owners feel expectations at this price were not fully met
We treat owner feedback as one input alongside specs and price. It helps flag patterns, but it cannot replace your own judgment about fit, budget and hunting style.
Price and value
At about $2,999.99 in Moss Green or $3,099.99 in Veil Alpine, the Nitro 505 costs roughly $700 more than the Flatline 460 and $1,200 more than the Stealth 450. You get 45 to 55 extra FPS and the EVO-X Elite scope.
For most deer hunting inside 40 yards, the extra speed is a nice to have. If you truly need the flattest trajectory, the Nitro 505 is the one to buy. See the full three-way breakdown in Nitro 505 vs Flatline 460 vs Stealth 450.
Approx. price (Sept 2026): $2,999.99 (Moss Green) / $3,099.99 (Veil Alpine)Prices change, check Amazon for current price.
Pros and cons
Pros
- 505 FPS, the fastest in our lineup
- EVO-X Elite scope included
- ACUslide cocks and de-cocks
- Highest kinetic energy we track (about 227 ft-lbs with a 400 grain arrow)
Cons
- About $3,000 or more
- Lower rating than Flatline 460 and Stealth 450
- Speed beyond what most whitetail shots need
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Final word on the Nitro 505
The Nitro 505 is TenPoint's speed flagship at 505 FPS, paired with an EVO-X Elite scope and ACUslide cocking and de-cocking. It delivers the flattest trajectory in our lineup, but at about $3,000 most whitetail hunters will get better value from the Flatline 460 or Stealth 450.