Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

How much weight can be added to an arrow?

Discussion in 'Tech Talk' started by guitarmaniak, Sep 19, 2012.

  1. guitarmaniak

    guitarmaniak Newb

    Joined:
    Sep 19, 2012
    Posts:
    1
    Likes Received:
    0
    Dislikes Received:
    0
    Ok, so basically I want to know how much weight can bee added to an arrow before it won't fly properly? I'm looking to add only a couple grams stretched out over probably 2 inches. Obviously adding weight to different areas on the arrow changes the flight. So where would be the optimal place to add this weight? Can it be put in the middle, or is it better to have it at the front or back?

    I think it's clear that I'm new to arrows and don't really understand everything that goes into making them. What I am not looking for is people posting crap about it being stupid to add weight, etc. I have my reasons for wanting to do this, and I just want to know if it's possible.
     
  2. virginiashadow

    virginiashadow Legendary Woodsman

    Joined:
    Mar 6, 2009
    Posts:
    29,153
    Likes Received:
    56,457
    Dislikes Received:
    40
    Location:
    Eastern Missouri
    Adding 2 grains to any part of your arrow will have no affect.

    And if you are to add weight, add it to the front of the arrow as it will improve penetration.
     
  3. virginiashadow

    virginiashadow Legendary Woodsman

    Joined:
    Mar 6, 2009
    Posts:
    29,153
    Likes Received:
    56,457
    Dislikes Received:
    40
    Location:
    Eastern Missouri
  4. tfox

    tfox Grizzled Veteran

    Joined:
    Jul 25, 2008
    Posts:
    5,915
    Likes Received:
    8
    Dislikes Received:
    0
    Location:
    henderson ky
    The best place to add weight for hunting is to the front of the arrow.

    This increases foc but it will weaken the dynamic spine of the arrow so if your on the weak side, then this is not a good choice. However, in most cases, it would take an extreme amount for it to have a negative impact.


    You said grams but we measure arrows in grains and 2 grains is nothing.
    Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk 2
     
  5. Muzzy Man

    Muzzy Man Grizzled Veteran

    Joined:
    Oct 26, 2011
    Posts:
    5,364
    Likes Received:
    12
    Dislikes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Montgomery, AL
    I am curious as to why you want to add weight? You can select a heavier broadhead just as easily. What is your current draw weight, length and arrow weight/setup?
     
  6. brucelanthier

    brucelanthier Grizzled Veteran

    Joined:
    Dec 11, 2008
    Posts:
    4,693
    Likes Received:
    2
    Dislikes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Southern MD
    2 grams is 32 grains.
     

Share This Page