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Barnett HeadHunter 20" Lighted Bolts 3 Pack

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Barnett Headhunter

20" lighted bolts, sold in

Rugged Polycarbonate

Construction with half-moon nocks

Multi-color Strobing

Lighted nocks activate on impact

Strobe Lights

Can continue for up to

On/off Toggle

Switch at each nock base

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SKU: WX2*0734069

Overview

Built for crossbow hunters who want easier bolt tracking in low light, these bolts pair a standard-diameter design with lighted half-moon nocks that activate on impact. The multicolored strobing lights are intended to help identify shot location and make recovery simpler after the shot, while the on/off toggle lets you disable the lights when you do not need them. They arrive ready to use with no assembly required, making them a practical option for hunters heading into early morning, late evening, or other low-visibility conditions. Compatible crossbows must support standard-diameter crossbow bolts with half-moon nocks.

Why Hunters Choose the Barnett

Multi-color Strobing

Nocks help identify shot location

Pressure-sensitive Design

Begins strobing on impact for

Strobe Lights

Can continue operating for up

On/off Toggle

Switch lets you deactivate the

No Assembly

Required; ready to use right

Key Features

  • Barnett HeadHunter 20" lighted bolts, sold in a 3-pack
  • Rugged polycarbonate construction with half-moon nocks
  • Multi-color strobing lighted nocks activate on impact
  • Strobe lights can continue for up to 3 days
  • On/off toggle switch at each nock base for easy deactivation
  • Ready to use out of the box; no assembly required
  • For crossbows compatible with standard-diameter bolts and half-moon nocks

Best Used For

  • Crossbow hunters needing easier bolt recovery after low-light shots and impact location identification.
  • Users who want ready-to-use bolts with no assembly before heading to the range or field.
  • Hunters using crossbows compatible with standard-diameter bolts and half-moon nocks.
  • Those who prefer lighted nocks that can be switched off when strobe use is not needed.

Specifications

Assembly RequiredNo
CompatibilityFor use with any crossbows compatible with standard-diameter crossbow bolts supporting half-moon nocks
Construction MaterialPolycarbonate
Grains Per Inch13.78
Length20"
Light ColorMulticolor
Lighted NocksYes
Nock TypeHalf-moon nocks
Onoff SwitchYes
Quantity3 pack
Strobe ActivationPressure-sensitive on impact
Strobe DurationUp to 3 days
Strobe FunctionYes

Pros

  • Multi-color strobing nocks help identify shot location in low-light conditions.
  • Pressure-sensitive design begins strobing on impact for immediate visibility.
  • Strobe lights can continue operating for up to three days.
  • On/off toggle switch lets you deactivate the lights when not needed.
  • No assembly required; ready to use right out of the box.
  • Compatible with crossbows using standard-diameter bolts and half-moon nocks.

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed for crossbows compatible with standard-diameter bolts and half-moon nocks, so fit depends on your setup rather than being universal.
  • The lighted nocks are pressure-sensitive and strobe on impact, which is useful for locating bolts but adds an electronic component that needs to be managed with the on/off toggle.
  • Strobing lights can continue for up to 3 days, but that also means you may want to disable them when not in use to conserve the lighted-nock function.
  • Sold as a 3-pack, so this is a limited quantity if you need to outfit multiple bolts or maintain a larger spare supply.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Crossbow bolts with standard-diameter half-moon nocks
  • Lighted crossbow bolts for low-light use
  • Non-lighted crossbow bolts
  • Crossbow bolt accessories and replacement nocks

Suggested Accessories

  • Crossbow bolt quiver
  • Replacement crossbow nocks
  • Arrow/bolt puller
  • Target practice bag target

Frequently Asked Questions

What crossbows are these bolts compatible with?

They are for use with any crossbows compatible with standard-diameter crossbow bolts supporting half-moon nocks.

Do these bolts come ready to use, or is assembly required?

No assembly is required. They are ready to go right out of the box.

How do the lighted nocks work?

The nocks use a pressure-sensitive design that begins strobing on impact. The lights can continue strobing for up to 3 days.

Can the strobe lights be turned off when I’m not using them?

Yes. Each arrow has an on/off toggle switch at the nock base for deactivating the strobe lights.

What is included in the package?

This product is a 3-pack of Barnett HeadHunter 20" Lighted Bolts.