First Look: Barnett Wildcat CRX

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posted on October 18, 2024
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Barnett has released the Wildcat CRX, a powerful yet quiet crossbow designed to tackle tough game. The simple, recurve design makes it easy to operate while also boasting advanced features typically found in much higher-priced crossbows. With a tip-to-tip length of 18 inches cocked and 25 inches uncocked, the CRX is ideal for hunters who want a highly maneuverable crossbow that takes a bite out of prey at close range.

Wildcat CRX top

Before the shot, arrows are held securely by Barnett’s Soft Lok Floating Bristle Retainer System. The Wildcat CRX also has an Anti-Dry-Fire Trigger system, as well as finger safety reminders above the pass-through foregrip to provide safety, precision ergonomics and comfort for unparalleled shooting experiences. In addition, the CRX has a quality, Metal Injection Molded trigger with no creep.

Wildcat CRX side

The Wildcat CRX utilizes a 12.25-inch power stroke that fires 380-grain arrows up to 280 fps for deep penetration. Two Headhunter 20-inch arrows are included, as well as a red-dot scope, a neoprene scope cover, a side mount quiver, a rope-cocking device and lubrication wax.

Wildcat CRX right side

For more information, visit barnettcrossbows.com.

Wildcat CRX front

Wildcat CRX Specs

  • Speed: 280 fps
  • Weight: 6.1 pounds
  • Draw weight: 195 pounds
  • Length tip to tip: 18.375 inches (cocked), 25.5 inches (uncocked)
  • Overall length: 32.88 inches
  • Power stroke: 12.25 inches
  • MSRP: $199.99

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