![]() ![]() ![]() Choose between either regular or Red Hot High Velocity bolts ( link). Parker’s bolts come in packs of 6 and are very durable and straight – similar to those made by Barnett. Slightly heavier arrows will do fine as well, but never use lighter arrows. The crossbow is best suited for use with 20″, 400 grain carbon arrows. The grain weight includes broad-head/field point, so for example you’ll want a 300 grain shaft and a 100 grain field point. See our detailed guide on how to sight-in your crossbow BoltsĪs mentioned earlier in the review, the only real downside to the BushWacker 150 is that no bolts are included with the package. If you plan to hunt in low-light or foggy conditions often though, I recommend buying a separate illuminated multi-reticle scope. Optics quality is not breathtaking, but it’s more than acceptable. The scope will hold zero (remain properly sighted) reliably. ![]() It’s pretty much sighted right out of the box, and will require only minor adjustment for perfect accuracy. The package comes with a 3x magnification multi-reticle scope. I recommend purchasing one to make the cocking procedure smoother, simpler, and more accurate. Cocking The BushWackerĪs mentioned earlier in our Parker BushWacker 150 review, the crossbow does not include a rope cocking aid in the package. So if your goal is to hunt all game in North America regardless of size, see our comparison charts and find a crossbow with 305 FPS or more. I haven’t personally tried it, but the power output is somewhat lower than on a 305+ FPS crossbow. While it’s definitely powerful enough to take down elk from 20 yards, I have reservations about whether it would be able to do the same from 30 or more yards away. If you want to hunt for larger game such as elk, the BushWacker 150 is not the ideal choice. The crossbow is also fast enough that your target won’t have enough reaction time to duck and possibly avoid the bolt. The deer only managed to run approximately 70 yards before it collapsed. When aiming at the shoulder of big fat buck, I easily achieved a full bolt pass-through from ~35 yards away. Hunting: What To Expectīeing a 285 FPS crossbow, the Parker BushWacker 150 is perfect for hunting small- to medium-sized game. See our Crossbow Ballistics Guides section for a complete understanding of how we conducted our tests and why this data matters. Your actual results will vary slightly depending on weather, and significantly with arrow weight change. Use our arrow ballistics calculator for more valuable information.īallistic Data For The Parker BushWacker 150 Expect the bolt to dig in a good 6 inches into a solid compressed foam target when shooting from as far as 30 yards. The scope is very easy to sight and you’ll be able to achieve tight, 2-3 inch bolt groups from 30-35 yards, pretty much out of the box. The Parker BushWacker 150 is a crossbow designed for beginners and intermediate shooters, and as such is not meant to be exceptionally powerful. Expect assembly to take around 15 minutes if you’ve never owned a compound crossbow. Included installation instructions make the process very simple for a beginner, thanks to detailed color-images. All you have to do is attach the prod to the stock, screw in the quiver and foot stirrup, and mount the scope. The BushWacker 150 comes with cams, cable and string already installed. (More on bolts further below.) Assembling The Crossbow Multi-reticle scope with 3x magnification.The Parker Bushwacker 150 Crossbow (stock, prod, cams, string and cables).Each package delivered by Parker includes the following items: Welcome to our Parker BushWacker Crossbow Review. May not be powerful enough to take down an elk from more than 20 yards away will take down deer effortlessly though. Scope holds zero very well easy to sight Well-balanced design as far as compound crossbows go Great for hunting small and medium sized game ![]()
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