What is draw weight?

The force needed to pull the bowstring.

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  1. The length of the arrow
  2. The force needed to pull the bowstring ✔
  3. The weight of the target

Why: Draw weight is the force required to pull the string to full draw.

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Draw weight: the bow's workout plan!
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References

Answer: The force needed to pull the bowstring. Draw weight is the force required to pull the string to full draw.

  1. Scouting America: Archery www.scouting.org/merit-badges/archery
    Explain the following terms: draw length, draw weight, mechanical release, and barebow.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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