Ranged
Bows & Distance
Ranged Calculator
Input Mode
By Level
Current Level
Level 1
Target Level
Level 99
XP Per Action
Current Level
1
Target Level
99
XP Needed
13,034,431
Actions Needed
N/A
Combat Calculator
Combat Skills
Attack
Strength
Defence
Hitpoints
Ranged
Magic
Tapasya
Equipment Bonuses
Strength Bonus
Ranged Strength
Magic Damage %
Attack Style
Aggressive (+3 Strength)
Combat Level
3
Melee Max Hit
1
Ranged Max Hit
1
Magic Max Hit
0
Estimated DPS (Melee)
0.10
Ranged is a combat skill that allows you to attack from a distance using bows and arrows!
Introduction
Ranged combat uses projectile weapons to attack enemies from afar, keeping you safe while dealing damage.
Key Features
- Attack from distance
- Uses bows and arrows
- Different armor than melee
- Max level: 108
How Ranged Works
Damage Bonus
Ranged Damage Bonus = Ranged Level / 10
Examples:
- Level 10 Ranged = +1 damage bonus
- Level 50 Ranged = +5 damage bonus
- Level 99 Ranged = +9 damage bonus
Training Ranged
XP Formula: 4 XP per damage dealt
Ranged Equipment
Bows
Bows are crafted with the Fletching skill from various wood types. Different bow types have distinct characteristics:
Short Bow
- Level Required: 10 Ranged, 10 Fletching
- Attack Speed: Fast (2.4 seconds)
- Range: 7 tiles
- Ranged Strength Bonus: Standard
- Characteristics: Attacks more quickly than other bows, allowing for higher DPS at close-medium range
Long Bow
- Level Required: 30 Ranged, 30 Fletching
- Attack Speed: Slow (3.6 seconds)
- Range: 10 tiles
- Ranged Strength Bonus: Standard
- Characteristics: Increased attack range allows safer positioning, lower attack speed
Composite Bow
- Level Required: 50 Ranged, 50 Fletching
- Attack Speed: Medium (3.0 seconds)
- Range: 8 tiles
- Ranged Strength Bonus: High (+15% damage)
- Characteristics: Higher damage potential through increased Ranged Strength bonus, balanced attack speed and range
Arrows
Different arrow types for different situations:
- Wooden Arrows (Fletching 1)
- Iron-tipped Arrows (Fletching 20)
Armor
Ranged has its own armor separate from melee:
- Lighter than melee armor
- Provides ranged attack/defence bonuses
- Does not restrict movement
Training Methods
Low Level (1-30)
- Use Short Bow with wooden arrows
- Train on low-defence monsters
- Safe from distance!
Mid Level (30-60)
- Upgrade to Long Bow
- Use better arrows
- Can solo many monsters safely
High Level (60-108)
- Composite Bow for maximum damage
- Boss monsters
- PvP combat
PvP Ranged Combat
Ranged is strong in PvP:
- Attack from distance
- Keep enemies at bay
- Combine with movement for kiting
- PvP damage still capped at 90
Related Skills
- Fletching - Creates bows and arrows
- Woodcutting - Provides logs for fletching
- Attack/Strength - Melee alternatives