Barnett® proudly introduces new entries to the Explorer series

Barnett® is proud to include three models in its legendary line of hunting crossbows. The updated Explorer (“XP”) series is designed with the serious hunter in mind. Seasoned outdoorsmen and beginners alike can now find a quality, reliable, and extremely accurate bow at an affordable price, all in the same series of crossbows.

Barnett’s XP line features three lightweight and powerful hunting crossbows, each constructed with foot stirrups mounted on magnesium die-cast risers and with recessed, machined flight tracks. Additional features include a step-through foregrip, three composite Picatinny rails, and a metal injection-molded TriggerTech™ trigger. Safety features include Trigger Tech’s Anti-dry fire (ADF) trigger and a Soft-Lok bristle retainer to keep arrows secure.

Each Barnett Explorer line crossbow comes complete with a hunting-ready accessory pack containing a lightweight quiver, string cocking device, lubricating wax and two 20-inch Headhunter arrows. It measures just 13 inches at 13.1 inches. Cocked from axle to axle, these compact, accurate and reliable crossbows offer the ultimate in maneuverability and performance. Barnett ensures that the performance and function of the XP line make it the ultimate crossbow package for hunters.

Recruit XP

The Barnett Recruit XP is perhaps the easiest to use crossbow ever made. The perfect combination of size, weight, and ease of cocking make this the perfect choice for anyone looking for a crossbow that will suit youth, women, and men alike. The new Recruit XP is designed to be fun to shoot and deadly to hunt. Rated at 330 FPS, it sends arrows at speeds with pinpoint accuracy that rivals the best top-of-the-line vertical bows. The lightweight 125-pound draw weight is cut in half when cocked with the included string cocking device, making this bow arguably one of the easiest crossbows to draw on the market. In addition, the lighter draw weight extends the life of the crossbow. If you’re looking for your first crossbow or your last crossbow, look no further than Recruit XP. It’s the perfect hunting, shooting, and training crossbow for all ages and abilities.

Offered with Barnett’s standard Explorer accessory pack that includes a 1 x 30mm 3-dot 2-color illuminated scope, the Recruit XP offers exceptional value at $299.99. and black wires.

Recruit XP Features:

  • TriggerTech™ Frictionless Release Technology 3 lbs. no drag ($200 value)
  • CNC machined aluminum flight track
  • Pass through the hilt
  • Soft-Lok Floating Bristle Arrow Retainer
  • adjustable stock
  • Single Bolt Mount
  • CCD-compatible
  • Metal Injection Molded (MIM) Trigger
  • Anti-dry fire (ADF) firing system

Recruit XP Specs:

  • 330FPS
  • 125 pounds pull weight
  • 92 ft/lbs. Kinetic energy
  • 13.6 in. power stroke
  • 6 pounds total weight
  • 13.1 in. shaft-to-shaft length (cocked)
  • Model # – BAR78184

XP385

The new Explorer 385 shoots an arrow up to 385 FPS and offers a crushing kinetic energy of 122 ft/lbs. Power stroke is 13.6”, and draw weight is 185 lbs. It comes equipped with a 4 x 32mm multi-reticle scope and is available in a “Veil Cervidae” camouflage pattern. Weighing in at just over 7 lbs. (scope included), the Explorer 385 is light enough to take wherever your hunting takes you and powerful enough to get the job done every time. This performance-packed bow is being offered at $399.99 MSRP.

XP385 Features:

  • TriggerTech™ Frictionless Release Technology 3 lbs. no drag ($200 value)
  • Rope Clamping Roller Ball Technology
  • CNC machined aluminum flight track
  • Pass through the hilt
  • Soft-Lok Floating Bristle Arrow Retainer
  • adjustable stock
  • Single Bolt Mount
  • CCD-compatible
  • Three Picatinny rails
  • Metal Injection Molded (MIM) Trigger
  • Anti-dry fire (ADF) firing system

XP 385 Specifications:

  • 385FPS
  • 185 pounds pull weight
  • 122 ft/lbs. Kinetic energy
  • 13.8 in. power stroke
  • 6 pounds total weight
  • 13 in. axle-to-axle length (cocked)
  • Model # – BAR78185

EXP405

Available in a popular Veil Stoke camouflage pattern, Barnett’s Explorer 405 is the ultimate compact hunting crossbow. With a powerful draw weight of 200 lbs. and a power stroke of 13.6”, the Explorer 405 offers a devastating speed of 135 ft/lbs. of kinetic energy at a breakneck speed of 405 FPS. It comes equipped with a 4 x 32mm 2-color illuminated scope for the best shot placement and pre-installed string dampers to reduce sound and vibrations. This stud driver is being offered at $499.99 MSRP.

XP405 Features:

  • TriggerTech™ frictionless release technology ($200 value)
  • CNC machined aluminum flight track
  • Pass through the hilt
  • Soft-Lok Floating Bristle Arrow Retainer
  • adjustable stock
  • set of five bolts
  • CCD-compatible
  • Three Picatinny rails
  • Metal Injection Molded (MIM) Trigger
  • Anti-dry fire (ADF) firing system
  • Pre-Installed Thread Dampers

XP405 Specifications:

  • 405FPS
  • 200 pound pull weight
  • 135 ft/lbs. Kinetic energy
  • 13.8 in. power stroke
  • Total weight of 6.2 pounds
  • 13 in. axle-to-axle length (cocked)
  • Model # – BAR78186

About Barnett Leaf Springs

Barnett is the first and oldest crossbow company with a storied heritage. Founded in 1962, we are the pioneers of the modern crossbow. Barnett’s tradition of innovation has led to numerous “firsts” in the archery and crossbow industry over the past 60 years. Barnett innovates and supplies a wide range of crossbows, youth and vertical bows and archery accessories popular with both hunting and recreational shooters. Barnett is also the leading supplier of slingshots and accessories.

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