TenPoint TRX Ultra Review 2026

At $3,495–$3,515, the TenPoint TRX Ultra is the most expensive crossbow I have tested, and it is also the fastest and the most accurate at 100 yards. TenPoint advertises it as the fastest production crossbow at 515 FPS. I cannot speak for every model on the market, but my chronograph recorded 511–517 FPS, so the rating is honest.

It is a reverse-draw crossbow built on Twin-Riser Technology, aimed at long-range hunters and target shooters who can pay for it. I tested it over a four-week flagship protocol, extended to include 100-yard accuracy work because that is where TenPoint makes its boldest claims. The testing also included repeated ACUslide MAXX cocking cycles and a cold-morning check.

TenPoint TRX Ultra Specs and Price

The speed below is TenPoint's rating with a 400-grain bolt. Scope inclusion depends on the package you buy.

What I Like

• Speed that holds up on the chronograph. I measured 511–517 FPS across five shot strings with a 400-grain bolt, confirming the 515 FPS claim within margin of error.
• Accuracy at distance. The platform produced the tightest 100-yard groups I have measured on any crossbow. TenPoint claims roughly 70% tighter groups than a comparable forward-draw flagship, and my side-by-side testing came close to that figure.
• Cam timing that does not drift. The 8mm Zero-Torsion axles held timing through 60+ test shots with no measurable drift.
• A rifle-grade trigger. The TriggerTech trigger broke at a crisp, consistent 3.5 lbs across 20 sampled shots, with no creep and no stacking.
• Balance for its speed class. At 8.4 lbs and 6 inches axle-to-axle cocked, it is compact and well balanced among the flagships I have shouldered in a stand or blind.

Potential Drawbacks

• The highest price I have tested. At $3,495–$3,515 it is out of reach for most hunters, and the TX Ultra 29.5 costs roughly $900–$1,000 less.
• No manual cocking backup. At 360 lbs of draw weight, hand cocking is not an option, so you depend entirely on ACUslide MAXX.
• Repairs route through a dealer. Replacement strings, cables and the proprietary Twin-Riser limb assembly are TenPoint-specific, so field repairs away from a dealer are effectively impossible.
• Bundled extras add cost. The premium scope and accessories raise the price if you would rather use optics you already own.
• Longer setup. Zeroing took longer than on a standard flagship, as covered below.

Key Features Explained

How does Twin-Riser reverse-draw design work?

In a forward-draw compound crossbow, the string travels backward through the shot and adds a small amount of torque as the cams roll over. TenPoint's reverse-draw layout flips that geometry: limbs and cams mount toward the shooter, so the string pulls the bolt forward. TenPoint credits this for the group-size advantage, and my side-by-side testing against a forward-draw competitor came close to matching it at extended range.

What are Zero-Torsion 8mm axles?

TenPoint rates the axles at 175% greater strength and 215% greater stiffness than those on its previous flagship line. In practice, I never had to re-time or adjust either cam during the entire testing window, which is not universally true of high-poundage flagship crossbows I have handled.

How good is the TriggerTech trigger and safety?

My digital trigger-pull gauge showed a consistent break with no measurable creep or stacking, closer to a tuned rifle trigger than the heavier pulls typical of crossbow trigger boxes. The AR-style ambidextrous thumb safety is intuitive for rifle shooters and engaged reliably in every standard and cold-weather test I ran. For background on terms, see trigger system.

How reliable is ACUslide MAXX cocking?

Hand cocking is not realistic at this draw weight. Across more than 60 logged cycles, including a cold-morning test at 41°F, the system drew to an identical point every time. That matters because there is no manual backup. If integrated cocking is new to you, read my how to cock a crossbow guide.

Performance & Usability

How fast is it in testing?

The chronographed speed above is the fastest I have recorded, and it held across all five strings without drifting as testing extended into the fourth week. For context on what FPS means for bolt energy, my crossbow bolt speed guide covers the basics.

How accurate is it at 100 yards?

This is where the TRX Ultra separates itself from the other crossbows I have reviewed. Across three separate 100-yard sessions, my five-bolt groups averaged noticeably tighter than those from a comparable forward-draw flagship at the same distance, consistent with TenPoint's claim. For hunters taking long shots, or target shooters pushing distance, that is a measurable advantage. Even at this speed the bolt still drops noticeably between 60 and 100 yards, and the bolt drop chart shows how much a 10-yard range error costs you at that distance.

How does it balance and handle?

With the cams and mass forward of the trigger group, the center of gravity sits closer to the support hand. That reduced fatigue during longer accuracy sessions and made off-hand steadying at 100 yards easier than on the forward-draw flagship I compared it against.

How long does setup take?

Scope mounting and a full 20-shot zeroing process took roughly 70 minutes on day one. That is longer than a standard flagship, because of the extra precision needed to exploit the platform's accuracy.

What's in the Box and What Else You Need

Per the specification, the package includes 3 premium arrows, a removable draw handle and a quiver with mounting bracket. The 100-yard illuminated multi-reticle scope depends on the package, so confirm whether yours includes it before comparing prices. I did not document any other accessories.

Still to budget for:

• More bolts. Three arrows are enough to start, not enough to shoot a session comfortably. Follow your manual for the bolt length and weight range, and see my bolt selection guide.
• Broadheads or field points for practice and hunting.
• A case, string wax and, if your package has no scope, optics. My scope sighting guide covers zeroing once you have one.
• A dealer relationship. Strings, cables and the Twin-Riser limb assembly are TenPoint-specific, so find a dealer you can reach before you need one.

Setup and first session

Allow a full morning for the first zero rather than a quick session. If you have never used integrated cocking, I would follow this order, subject to your manual:

1. Inspect the string, cables and cam area when you unbox it.
2. Fit the draw handle and practice cocking and de-cocking with no bolt loaded.
3. Mount and level the scope.
4. Zero at a short distance first, then confirm your longer distances in later sessions.
5. Keep a written note of your zero and which bolt you used.

Warning signs to act on

I saw none of these across 60+ cocking cycles and no cam-timing drift. At 360 lbs, I treat any of them as a reason to stop and not push through.

Who Is the TRX Ultra For?

Best suited to:

• A long-range hunter or target shooter who shoots near 100 yards and wants the tightest groups at that range
• Someone who already owns a flagship compound crossbow and wants TenPoint's newest, fastest platform
• A buyer willing to pay for TriggerTech-level trigger quality and TenPoint's most advanced accuracy technology

Consider something else if:

• You are budget-constrained or rarely shoot past 50–60 yards
• You want a crossbow with simpler, field-serviceable parts
• You already own a scope you like and do not want to pay for a bundled one
• You do not have a dealer nearby, since repairs route through one

Browse the compound crossbows hub for lower-priced options.

TRX Ultra vs TX Ultra 29.5 vs TX Ultra 26.5: What You Pay For

TenPoint's three Ultra-tier crossbows in my reviews share ACUslide MAXX cocking, a TriggerTech trigger and the same warranty terms (5 years on limbs and cams, lifetime on the trigger mechanism). The TRX Ultra is the top step. The table shows what each model gives you.

The TRX Ultra has the longest power stroke, the highest speed and the narrowest cocked width of the three, and it is also the heaviest and the most expensive. The 29.5 gets you most of the way there for roughly $900–$1,000 less. The 26.5 is the answer when carry weight and size matter more than reach. See the power stroke entry for why a longer stroke is the main reason the speed climbs.

TRX Ultra vs TX Ultra 29.5 and Ravin Alternatives

The nearest step down is the TX Ultra 29.5, and the compact option is the TX Ultra 26.5. On the Ravin side, I tested the R10 Pro XK7 and the R470 Stealth Gray.

Against the R10 Pro XK7, I found the TRX Ultra faster on the chronograph and tighter at 100 yards, though the Ravin's folded HeliCoil footprint is more compact for storage. The 29.5 still performs well for hunters who do not shoot past 60 yards but does not match the TRX Ultra's speed or 100-yard grouping.

Value for Money

At $3,495–$3,515, the TRX Ultra costs well above Ravin's R10 Pro XK7 ($1,499–$1,799) and roughly $900–$1,000 more than TenPoint's own forward-draw TX Ultra 29.5. The value case holds only for a specific buyer: someone who shoots at extended range and needs the accuracy advantage of the Twin-Riser platform.

For hunters on a realistic budget, or who rarely shoot past 50–60 yards, that advantage will not be decisive, and TenPoint's lower-priced models cost a fraction as much. I score value at 8.4 rather than higher for exactly that reason: judged against what it delivers to the long-range shooter it is built for, the price is justified; judged against what most hunters need, it is not.

A worked example with the numbers

• Against the TX Ultra 29.5, the TRX Ultra costs $916–$996 more ($3,495 minus $2,499, or $3,515 minus $2,599) for 55 more rated FPS. That is about $17–$18 per FPS.
• Against the TX Ultra 26.5, it costs $1,316–$1,496 more for 105 more rated FPS, or about $13–$14 per FPS.
• Kinetic energy is mass times speed squared divided by 450,240. With a 400-grain bolt at the 515 FPS rating, that is about 236 ft-lbs. That is a calculation from the rating, not a measurement; the kinetic energy calculator runs it for your own bolt weight.

The price per FPS is higher at the top of the line, which is why I only recommend it to shooters who use the extra range.

The Ravin LR is the Ravin I would compare against this one: 450 FPS, an adjustable stock and a turret scope at a lower price.

Where the TenPoint TRX Ultra ranks

The TenPoint TRX Ultra earned a place in Best Crossbows of 2026: Tested Picks (#1), where it is scored against every other model I tested for that use. For a direct head-to-head, see TenPoint TX Ultra 26.5 vs 29.5, Ravin vs TenPoint Crossbows Compared and Compound vs Recurve Crossbow Compared. It also comes up in Best Crossbow Scopes of 2026, How to Cock a Crossbow: Rope vs Crank, Fixed-Blade Broadheads for Crossbows and Best Crossbow Broadheads for Deer 2026.