Hoyt RX-8 Compound Bow

The Hoyt Carbon RX-8 defines what a premium carbon hunting bow should be — lightweight, deadly accurate, and incredibly smooth. Built on Hoyt’s legendary Carbon Technology platform, the RX-8 is warm to the touch, exceptionally quiet, and unbelievably strong. It’s engineered to thrive in the harshest hunting conditions while maintaining the ultimate strength-to-weight ratio.

From high-altitude hunts to long sits in the treestand, the RX-8 delivers a shooting experience that’s second to none — with effortless draw cycles, rock-solid stability, and precision performance that serious bowhunters demand.

Features

Carbon Technology Riser
Hoyt’s proven hand-laid carbon riser is lighter, stronger, and more durable than ever. Designed to perform flawlessly in freezing temperatures, it remains warm to the touch and incredibly quiet — the perfect platform for hunters who refuse to compromise.

HBX™ Xact™ Cam System
Precision meets performance. The HBX Xact Cam delivers silky-smooth draw cycles, rock-solid back walls, and ¼" draw length adjustments for a custom fit. Choose between 75%, 80%, or 85% let-off, and fine-tune your setup with the 3-2-1 Mod system for optimized power across all draw lengths.

VitalPoint™ Grip
Constructed from Versaflex™ material, Hoyt’s most comfortable grip to date ensures consistent hand placement and reduces torque for greater accuracy in every shot.

WireWRX™ Strings & Holeshot™ V2 Silencers
New for 2024, these premium strings and silencers reduce vibration by 25%, improving shot feel, noise reduction, and long-term reliability.

In-Line Accessory Integration
The RX-8’s In-Line mounting system keeps accessories perfectly balanced and compact, enhancing the bow’s overall stability and reducing torque during the shot cycle.

Integrated Kickstand System
A built-in kickstand keeps your string protected from ground contact and excess wear — a simple, smart feature for hunters in rugged terrain.

Specifications

• Speed: 342 FPS (ATA)

• Axle-to-Axle: 30”

• Brace Height: 6 1/8”

• Mass Weight: 3.9 lbs

• Draw Lengths: 25”–30”

• Draw Weights: 40–50, 50–60, 55–65, 60–70, 70–80 lbs

• Cam: HBX Xact™

• Let-Off: 75%, 80%, 85%

• Dexterity: Right & Left Hand

• Standard Colors: Charcoal, Bourbon, Wilderness, Blackout

• Upcharge Colors (+$100): Realtree Edge, Kuiu Verde 2.0, Subalpine, Elevated II, Kuiu Vias (limbs only), Origin Raptor Highland, Bone Collector, Keep Hammering Series

Why We Like the Hoyt Carbon RX-8

The RX-8 hits the perfect balance between power and precision. It’s compact, lightweight, and unbelievably smooth — a bow that’s as quiet as it is capable. Whether you’re chasing elk through steep backcountry or sitting over a whitetail scrape, the RX-8 feels natural in hand, steady at full draw, and confident at release. This is Hoyt’s most refined carbon bow to date — quiet, light, and ready for anything.