Starting at compact 29 inches axle to axle, these are the most compact premier bows in our lineup. Whether your tree stand is strapped in a tight spot, you regularly hunt in blinds, or you just prefer a compact set up, the AX-2 29 is the bow for you. Equipped with our famously smooth HBX cam system, the Gen 4 HBX cam is so smooth and easy to shoot, you’ll wear the center of your target out in no time.
For the past few years, our engineers have turned all their attention to giving you the best shooting experience possible. And if we say so ourselves, they have done one hell of a job. HBX Gen 4 takes smooth to the next level with increased performance across the full draw length range and 1/4" draw length adjustments for the perfect fit.
70 lbs. feels like 60 lbs.
A bow so smooth to draw that 70 pounds feels like 60, so balanced that it practically aims itself, and a shot so dead and quiet you’ll feel like a ninja.
Leaner and Lighter
While Hoyt engineers were busy making the Alpha AX-2 shoot even better than its predecessor, they somehow managed to trim some weight. Both the Alpha AX-2 29” and 32” are 1/4 lbs. lighter than the Alpha X.
A huge upgrade for shorter draws.
New for 2025, our premier RX-9 and Alpha AX-2 are available in draw lengths down to 23 inches to fit serious bowhunters with shorter draw lengths. The all-new HBXSD cam is designed for optimal performance in draw lengths from 23” to 27” and can be adjusted in half-inch increments across its draw length range. If you’ve been frustrated with the lack of premier bows available in your draw length, these bows are here to put a smile on your face and meat in your freezer.
The best bowhunters out there choose Hoyt.
Of course we pay them; it’s business. But they could get paid by any bow company out there, and they choose to be here on Team Hoyt. Obviously, they are in very good company.
340fps (ATA)
29 1/2"axle-to-axle
4.25pounds
6 3/8"brace height
25-30"draw length
40-80#draw weight
