The CenterPoint Heat 425 Crossbow Package is a compact and maneuverable crossbow that generates an incredible amount of power. Measuring only 12-inches axle-to-axle when cocked this crossbow delivers ripping speeds of up to 425 FPS and 160 FPS of knockdown power. Includes in this package is the innovative Power Draw accessory which provides a 70% reduction in draw weight. Between its speed and whisper-quiet shot, the game won’t know what’s coming for them. The Power Draw model includes the Power Draw accessory which provides a 70% reduction in draw weight.
Features
- Equipped with lightweight, compact Power Draw for a 70% reduction in draw weight
- CHC-machined cam system featuring 12-inch axle-to-axle width when fully drawn
- Innovative Whisper Silencing System which includes string stops, limb dampeners, and string silencers
- Custom designed riser, aluminum rail, and adjustable stock
- Delivers speeds up to 425 FPS with 160 FPE for downrange accuracy
- Anti-dry fire and auto safety
- Includes a 5-year limited warranty, three 20-inch carbon arrows, parallel quiver, 4x32mm scope, rope cocker, and rail lube
Nolan (verified owner) –
Everything you need. I got the scope zero’ed in. Third reticle line down is about 45 yards. I hit a 1 inch bullseye on the first shot right before it got too dark to see. Be careful not to break your bolts by hitting on top of them. Very powerful compared to a compound bow. I lost a bolt because it went through the target and all the way into the backstop past the nock. My first time using a crossbow. It is shockingly powerful and easy to shoot. I know you can spend a lot more on a crossbow, but this one seems more than adequate to me. You could certainly hunt big game with it.If you’re on the fence about buying a crossbow for hunting, dont be. I was skeptical about getting one because I have hunted with a compound bow and had success with that and I felt like the crossbow was cheating a bit. That is not really the case. Shooting the crossbow has less of a learning curve as compared to compound bow or recurve but you still need to practice with it, keep consistent form, and stay within your comfort zone for hots on a deer. I’m in the 40 yards or less camp, I know I can hit farther and I’m sure people do, good for them, it’s not for me. It’s up to you how far you want to go after a wounded deer in the dark. Anyway, the bow was easy to assemble, easy to sight in (pretty accurate out of the box, minor tweaking needed) and is pretty light. The only concern I have is the noise. Makes a pretty good “thunk” when shot but not as loud of a crack as I was expecting. I think some limb dampeners are happening in the near future but that bolt is really cruising so I think at “bow range” the deer would be unlikely to “jump the string” bad enough to where a good shot would turn into a bad one, still possible but that’s hunting. So far, I have my first 20 yard “pin” (top line in the crosshairs) dialed in and shoots a group about the size of a half dollar. This was also a great option because I hunt from the ground and in ground blinds where I have a hard time maneuvering a compound bow for a shot. It’s a great crossbow for the rice and frankly, if it helps you put a better shot on an animal why wouldn’t you do it?
Nolan (verified owner) –
I was impressed how fun and accurate this crossbow is. A few shots and I was ready. My wife enjoyed shooting and hit the bullseye. I’m sure there is better. I would recommend for deer hunting .
Bryan (verified owner) –
Quiver attachment allows some movement if shot attached but not a huge issue we may need to simply tweak it if able .
Kevin (verified owner) –
Other than that I’m extremely happy with the crossbow. I had it put together within 15 minutes (including the scope upgrade I purchased separately). The instructions were fine but the pictures showing the bow were very bad (hard to make out the details).
Daniel (verified owner) –
I have never ever owned or even shot a crossbow. I researched all the US made crossbows. I am not wealthy by no means so I went with the Barnett Whitetail Hunter STR. I didn’t want to spend too much money on a weapon I never had a chance to experience. Now I see that it was money well spent. I was very impressed with the ease of assembly. I was also totally impressed with the ease of sighting the scope in. I started at ten yards just to make sure I didn’t miss the whole target and bag the cat or dog. I then backed out to 20 yards and was hitting very close to center after a very few adjustments to the elevation and windage I backed out to forty yards and I shot the three bolts pictured. I am so excited to take this bow whitetail hunting in my home state of Tennessee. This crossbow seems vary fast and accurate compared to my ole PSE Citation compound from years ago when I could pull back a bow. That brings up another point I considered getting a crossbow with a cranking device because of my age (62) and the surgery on my shoulder years ago that ended my compound bow hunting. I have no problem cocking this crossbow with the rope cocking device supplied with the crossbow. I may not be very knowledgeable about crossbows but I am very satisfied with the experience I have had so far with this Whitetail Hunter STR.