Axe Crossbows

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AX440, $2,099.99

While Axe introduced nothing new for 2023, it still has a hotshot with the AX440, introduced in 2021. Based on 2020’s AX405, it delivers speeds to 440 fps using the same style reverse-split-limb system. The stock eliminates the rail and uses two carbon guide rods with a tunable roller rest for a free-floating arrow system. The bow is 301/2 inches long and less than 12 inches axle to axle cocked. The two-stage trigger breaks at 31/2 pounds. It comes with an adjustable cheekpiece and foot stirrup, an Axe scope with a reticle designed for the bolt’s trajectory, side-mount quiver and three 0.166-inch Axe micro-diameter bolts.

Hellion 400 Compound Crossbow, $899.99

Barnett Crossbows

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Hyper XP 405, $599.99

Information on Barnett’s new crossbow was not available by deadline. It should be on the company’s website by now. Meanwhile, the company is still riding high with the Hyper XP 405 introduced for 2022. The good news is that it now costs $100 less. Features include a Sled RCD cocking device, a Gen 3 TriggerTech trigger with Frictionless Release Technology and an adjustable buttstock. It flings bolts at 405 fps with a 213-pound draw weight. The package includes a 4X32mm illuminated scope, two Hyperflite 22-inch arrows, a Hyper Sidemount Premium Quiver and lubrication wax.

This new model packs a punch firing arrows up to 400 fps with 142 foot-pounds of energy while boasting a small footprint of eight inches axle to axle cocked and weighing just more than 8 pounds. The compound crossbow measures 12 inches uncocked. Features include an adjustable buttstock, pistol grip, folding stirrup, an automatic safety, anti-dry fire and string stops. The rails and cams are made from CNC-machined aluminum. Draw weight is 185 pounds. The power stroke is 151/2 inches. Overall length is 33 inches. The accessory package includes a 4X32 illuminated scope, three 20-inch .003 arrows, quiver, cocking sled and rail lube. The Hellion 400, though, is not CenterPoint’s fastest. Introduced in 2022, the Wrath 430X ($699.99) shoots up to 430 fps with 164 foot pounds of energy. It measures 9 inches axle to axle and features a silent cranking device.

Darton Archery

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Toxin RD100 XT with Hunter Package, $916.47

Darton will introduce several crossbows for 2023. But details were not available by deadline. Information on them will be posted on Darton’s website. Before then, Darton’s only crossbow is the Toxin RD100 XT ($699.99 with no package). A bullpup design gives it a power stroke of 16 inches and a length of 321/2 inches, including the stirrup. The RD refers to the Hi-Energy Reverse Draw Cams. With a 165-pound draw weight, it can propel a 400-grain arrow at 380 fps. It measures 91⁄8 inches cocked and weighs 7.9 pounds with a trackless composite barrel. The Hunter Package includes four arrows, quiver, four 100-grain field points, a 4X32mm scope and rail and string lube.

Excalibur Crossbow

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Assassin Extreme, $1,499

The Assassin Extreme, with speeds up to 400 fps, is one of Excalibur’s four new models. Like the other two in the Assassin line, the recurve bow features the Charger Crank System with integrated storage, Micro High-Output Express Limbs and Pro Shot 2-stage Trigger. It comes in Flat Dark Earth, shown here, and Realtree Excape ($1,599.99). Other features include a raised cheek piece, R.E.D.S. Suppressors, Bigfoot Stirrup and a grip built into the stock. Draw weight is 22 pounds with the crank. Draw length is 15 inches. It weighs 6.9 pounds without accessories. The length is 32 inches. Accessories include a TACT-100 scope, four-arrow quiver, four Quill 161/2-inch arrows, four 100-grain field points and a ceasefire decocking aid, which assures the crossbow cannot be fired unless an arrow is loaded. The other three new models are the Micro Extreme ($999.99), TwinStrike ($1,599.99 in black) and Wolverine ($1,099.99). The Micro Extreme flings arrows up to 360 fps and is a bit more compact than the Assassin Extreme. With speeds up to 340 fps, the TwinStrike sports two parallel recurve bows. The Wolverine, which fires up to 360 fps, pays homage to Excalibur’s 40th anniversary with a bow of the same name as its first. All three bows include many of the same key features and accessories as the Assassin Extreme.

Gearhead Archery

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X16 Tactical, $1,549

This model is undergoing a redesign, but details were not available by deadline. Check Gearhead’s website for updates. A key attribute of the X16 Tactical is its takedown function for portability. Features include a TriggerTech 2.1-pound, single-stage trigger, a Whisker Biscuit arrow rest, frictionless arrow support and a two-track cam system. It measures 14¾ inches axle to axle cocked. The power stroke is 16 inches. It is available in 75-pound, 90-pound and 125-pound pull weights. With the 125-pound pull, it shoots 350 fps with a 325-grain arrow. It weighs 6¼ pounds. A rail allows for mounting a scope.

Mission Crossbows

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SUB-1 XR, $2,199.99

With no new crossbows introduced for several years, Mission is banking on the SUB-1XR, which the manufacturer says can produce one-inch groups at 100 yards with speeds up to 410 fps. Its Benchmark Fire Control includes a three-pound match-grade trigger, the Easy-Load bolt retention arm and the ability to de-cock with the push of a button. It measures 9.1 inches axle to axle when cocked and 301/2 inches long. The CNC-machined flight tract eliminates vertical nock travel to improve accuracy. The crossbow weighs 7.6 pounds and comes in a choice of Realtree Edge camo and Black.

Ravin Crossbows

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R10X, $1,824.99

The latest from Ravin Crossbows are upgrades including the Fully Integrated Silent Cocking System — and an X designation — to two previous models, which are still in production, and adds one more. The cocking mechanism works with the Trac Trigger Firing System and allows stopping the draw cycle at any time during the process. The 420 fps R10X shown here adds 20 fps to the top-selling R10 and a new stock with an adjustable cheek pad and buttstock. The R10X also ups the R10’s foot pounds of energy from 142 to 156. Otherwise, the specs are the same, including a cocked axle-to-axle width of 6 inches and a weight of 6.8 pounds. They share the same accessories, too, such as automatic safety, 100-yard illuminated scope and quiver with mounting bracket. The R26X ($2,024.99) takes the compact R26 platform — 5¾ inches axle to axle — and adds the silent cocking feature. The speed of 400 fps also stays the same, but the black color is new. The final X factor crossbow, the R5X ($1,524.99) combines the R26’s compact front end with a newly designed stock including adjustable cheek pad and buttstock. The black crossbow shoots 400 fps and measures 31 inches long. All three models are powered by Ravin’s Helicoil Technology, which coils cables away from the tops and the bottoms of the cams in helical grooves and allows cams to rotate nearly 340 degrees while they remain level when drawing and shooting.

Rocky Mountain

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RM-415 Flat Dark Earth Crossbow Kit with Quiet Crank, $399.99

Known for budget-friendly crossbows, Rocky Mountain has not released anything new for several years. Like others, this model packs plenty for its price. The 215-pound draw weight sends bolts at 415 fps. The Quiet Crank also engages the dry-fire safety trigger assembly. It measures 141/2 inches cocked and 35 inches long, including stirrup. It weighs 71/2 pounds. Features include dual string and changing the riser mounting position, the string’s resting position is extended farther down the rail for a 47 percent longer power stroke than a forward draw crossbow measuring the same length. The crossbow’s Vector-Quad cable technology uses four cables instead of the traditional two to eliminate cam lean and generate straight-nock travel. The 16-inch MICRO-TRAC barrel reduces string-to-barrel contact by 50 percent. The twopiece TEC-TACTICAL stock includes an adjustable butt plate that adjusts one inch. Features include an elevated cheekpiece, a longer dovetail, aluminum scope struts for added strength and rigidity, the patented ACUslide with the Auto-Brake Gear System for control during de-cocking and the two-stage S1 trigger with a 31/2-pound pull. It comes in Veil Alpine camo.

Wicked Ridge Crossbows

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Raider 400 De-Cock, $749 suppressors, string dampeners, sling studs and adjustable foregrip. The Ready to Hunt Kit includes a red/blue illuminated 4X32mm scope, three-bolt quiver, three Carbon Express PileDriver crossbolts with 100-grain field points device and rail lubricant.

TenPoint Crossbow Technologies

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Flatline 460 Oracle X, $3,299.99

TenPoint’s latest is packed with high-tech features including the Burris Oracle X Rangefinding Crossbow Scope and a design the company says creates the fastest compact crossbow ever, with rated speeds of up to 460 fps. The platform measures 261/2 inches long and 71/2 inches wide axle to axle cocked. Adding to maneuverability is the fact it uses shorter 16-inch arrows. The laser rangefinder is activated by a wireless remote and can range game up to 200 yards while calculating the angle of the shot. The Flatline is powered by a patented reverse-draw assembly and 14-inch power stroke. By reversing the bow assembly

The new, lightweight Tactical Stock with an AR-style adjustable stock, Rope-Sled and lighted scope now is available on the Raider 400 De-Cock. The model also is available with the XS stock with built-in ACUdraw DeCock ($899.99). The Tactical Stock allows up to 21/2 inches of adjustability in five 1/2-inch increments. It also reduces the weight to 5.8 pounds. The D-1 two-stage trigger with a 31/2-pound pull includes a new dry-fire prohibitor to allow de-cocking with the built-in ACUdraw De-Cock or manually with the Rope-Sled. The ACUdraw De-Cock reduces cocking effort to five pounds. With a draw weight of 185 pounds, the bow assembly rides on a cast aluminum riser with machined aluminum limb pockets fitted with 11-inch WRX double-laminated limbs. Powered by speed designed, 5S Cams and DynaFLIGHT 97 string and cables, the bow assembly measures 15 inches axle to axle and drives an arrow up to 400 fps with 140 foot-pounds of energy. The length is 311/2 inches without the stirrup. It weighs 61/2 pounds without accessories. The package includes a TenPoint Lighted Pro-View Scope factory presighted at 20 yards, three Match 400 Carbon Alpha-Nock Arrows and quiver.