Crossbow
A ranged weapon with higher damage than a bow but slower reload. Can fire arrows and firework rockets.
Stack Size
Stack Size1
Durability
Durability465
Category
CategoryWeapons
Version Added
Version Added1.14
Item ID
Item IDcrossbow
Overview
Crossbow is a weapon in the Weapons category of Minecraft, obtained through crafting it, mob drops (Pillager), and chest loot (Pillager Outpost). It cannot be stacked, so each Crossbow occupies a full inventory slot on its own the way tools and other damageable items do. With a base durability of 465 uses, it can be repaired and enchanted to extend its working life before it breaks. This item was added to the game in version 1.14.
In this database, Crossbow sits alongside 11 other Weapons entries, each with its own page. Its 465-point durability sets how many actions it survives before breaking, and pairing it with Unbreaking multiplies that effective lifespan while Mending repairs it from collected experience. When enchanted, it can carry 6 different enchantments, including Quick Charge, Multishot, Piercing, and Unbreaking, which together can dramatically change how it performs.
Crafting Recipe
CrossbowCrafting TableStation: Crafting Table
How to Obtain
- Crafting
- Mob drops (Pillager)
- Chest loot (Pillager Outpost)
Fuel Value
Burns for 1.5 item(s) in a furnace (300 ticks)
Applicable Enchantments
Click an enchantment to view details on the Enchantments database.
Notes
Can be loaded with firework rockets for area-of-effect damage. Stays loaded when put away.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get Crossbow in Minecraft?
Crossbow is crafted at a Crafting Table using Stick, Iron Ingot, String, and Tripwire Hook. It can also be obtained through mob drops (Pillager) and chest loot (Pillager Outpost).
What is Crossbow used for?
Crossbow is used in combat. A ranged weapon with higher damage than a bow but slower reload. Can fire arrows and firework rockets.
How many Crossbow can you stack?
Crossbow does not stack; each one takes up its own inventory slot, which is typical for damageable items like this.
Can Crossbow be enchanted?
Yes. Crossbow can be enchanted with Quick Charge, Multishot, Piercing, Unbreaking, Mending, and Curse of Vanishing. Apply these at an enchanting table, with enchanted books on an anvil, or through villager trades.
How much durability does Crossbow have?
Crossbow has 465 points of durability, meaning it can be used about 465 times before breaking. Unbreaking and Mending can greatly extend or even sustain this durability.
Can Crossbow be used as fuel?
Yes. Crossbow burns in a furnace for 300 ticks, smelting about 1.5 items before it is used up.