Bushnell A1-Slope Rangefinder: Max Distance & Range

The Bushnell A1-Slope has a published maximum range of 1300 yd (1189 m), a flag range of 350 yd (320 m) and published accuracy of 1 yd (0.9 m).

Bushnell Rangefinder Range Guide

Laser • Released 2025

1300 yd (1189 m)Maximum range
350 yd (320 m)Flag range
1 yd (0.9 m)Accuracy
6xMagnification

A1-Slope range at a glance

1300 yd (1189 m)Maximum range

Very long total reach

350 yd (320 m)Flag range

Strong practical flag reach

1 yd (0.9 m)Accuracy

Strong

What stands out?

Very long total reach: Its published total range is comfortably above the dataset median.

Strong practical flag reach: The stated flag range comfortably covers normal approach distances.

Accuracy — Strong: ±1 yard is the standard benchmark for a good golf laser.

Slope compensation: Yes.

A1-Slope range specifications

Range specification Value
Minimum measurable distance 5 yd (4.6 m)
Maximum published range 1300 yd (1189 m)
Published flag range 350 yd (320 m)
Published accuracy 1 yd (0.9 m)
Magnification 6x
Slope compensation Yes
Tournament legality Yes when slope is disabled

How its range compares

The colored bar shows this model. The black marker shows the median among published models in this 137-rangefinder dataset. Maximum range and flag range use separate scales.
Max range

1300 yd (1189 m)
Flag range

350 yd (320 m)
Magnification

6x
Maximum range vs dataset30% above dataset median (1000 yd)

Median is based on models with a published maximum range.

Flag range vs dataset12% below dataset median (400 yd)

Median is based only on models with a published flag range.

Magnification vs datasetMatches dataset median (6 x)

6x is the median magnification in this dataset.

Practical golf takeaway

What matters most on the course

The 350 yd (320 m) flag range is the number that matters most on the course. It comfortably covers normal approach shots, while the 1300 yd (1189 m) maximum mainly shows the laser’s total reach.

What do these distances mean on the course?

100 yd (91 m)Short approach

This distance is within its published maximum range. It is within the published flag range. This is common wedge territory.

200 yd (183 m)Typical approach

This distance is within its published maximum range. It is within the published flag range. This is a useful benchmark for longer approaches.

300 yd (274 m)Long flag test

This distance is within its published maximum range. It is within the published flag range. This is a demanding pin-lock distance for most golfers.

There is a wide gap between the 1300 yd (1189 m) headline maximum and the 350 yd (320 m) flag range, so the smaller flag figure is the better guide to practical pin-lock performance. Its 1 yd (0.9 m) accuracy sits right on the common benchmark for a good golf laser. The 6x magnification is in the normal modern range and should be sufficient for most golf shots. Slope compensation adds adjusted-distance information for uphill and downhill shots.

Is the A1-Slope range good?

The Bushnell A1-Slope has 1300 yd (1189 m) of total published reach and 350 yd (320 m) of stated flag reach. That is a strong practical flag range for ordinary golf.

Real-world range factors

Strong points

  • 350 yd (320 m) of published flag reach covers normal approach-shot distances well
  • 1 yd (0.9 m) published accuracy meets the common golf-laser benchmark
  • 6x magnification is at or above the dataset median

What can reduce real range

  • Flagsticks are harder to range than large reflective objects
  • Rain, haze, glare, target reflectivity and shaky hands can reduce practical ranging performance

What to watch

  • Do not treat maximum range as the same thing as flag range
  • For competition, use the model’s legal mode with slope disabled where the rules require it

Supporting specifications

Battery Internal rechargeable
Water resistance IPX6
Weight 5.1 oz (145 g)

Bushnell A1-Slope range FAQ

How far can the Bushnell A1-Slope measure?

Its published maximum range is 1300 yd (1189 m). That maximum generally refers to a sufficiently reflective target and should not be confused with flag range.

How far can the Bushnell A1-Slope range a flag?

The published flag range is 350 yd (320 m). Real results can vary with the flag, background, light and weather.

How accurate is the Bushnell A1-Slope?

The published accuracy figure is 1 yd (0.9 m).

Does the Bushnell A1-Slope have slope?

The listed slope specification is Yes. Tournament legality is listed as yes when slope is disabled.

Verify the exact Bushnell range specification before purchasing

Published maximum range, flag range and feature details can vary by testing method, target reflectivity, production revision and market. Before buying, confirm the exact model on the official Bushnell website. Visit Bushnell.