#SundayGunday: Traditions Crackshot XBR

American Hunter Staff

posted on May 10, 2020

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This week, we're taking a look at the Crackshot XBR, from Traditions. A hybrid break-action, the Crackshot XBR is a .22-caliber rimfire that also boasts an arrow-launching upper receiver. Powered by a .27-caliber-long Traditions XBR Powerload, the XBR upper-receiver attachment launches a 2216 Firebolt arrow at 385 fps. For more information on this multi-platform firearm, check out the video embedded above, hosted by Digital Associate Editor, David Herman.

For more #SundayGunday, check out our playlist on YouTube, where all previous episodes are archived.

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