Excalibur Crossbow Bolts and Arrows
Excalibur crossbow bolts (also called arrows) are sold in model-specific lines, and picking the wrong one for your crossbow series is the most common fitment mistake. This page breaks down which arrow line matches which Excalibur series, plus nock and length options.
Excalibur crossbow arrows commonly come in 16.5, 18, and 20 inch lengths depending on the series, and matching the correct length and nock style to your specific crossbow model matters more than picking by brand name alone.
Pros
- Model-specific arrow lines (Quill, Diablo, Firebolt, ProFlight) simplify fitment
- ProFlight arrows hold tight .001 inch straightness tolerance
- Illuminated nock options available across multiple arrow lines
Cons
- Arrow lines are not universally interchangeable across Excalibur series
- Length and nock style both need to match your specific crossbow model
Matching arrows to your Excalibur series
The Quill line (16.5", 250 grain) is built for the Twinstrike and Micro Series crossbows and is teamed with Easton for its shaft construction. The Diablo line (18", 250 grain) is designed specifically for the Matrix Series. The Firebolt line (20") is made for EXO-Traditional Series crossbows. Using the arrow line matched to your specific model is the difference between reliable flight and a fitment problem.
ProFlight: the flagship-package arrow
ProFlight carbon arrows come with preinstalled illuminated Beacon nocks, are offered in 16.5", 18", and 20" lengths, and are built to Excalibur's tighter tolerance spec (.001" straightness, plus/minus 1 grain weight). They're the arrow included with current flagship packages like the Rev X and are compatible with any crossbow using flat-back Rhino nocks.
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Lighted nocks for excalibur crossbow bolts
Several Excalibur arrow lines - ProFlight, Diablo, and Firebolt among them - ship with or are compatible with illuminated Beacon or Rhino nocks, which light up on release to help with shot verification and blood-trail tracking in low light. If you're searching specifically for lighted nocks for Excalibur crossbow bolts, look at which arrow line matches your crossbow series first, since nock compatibility is tied to the arrow's insert design.
Broadheads and field points
Excalibur's Boltcutter fixed-blade broadhead and its accompanying replacement field points are built around the arrows above, sharing the same shaft diameter and insert system. For a full broadhead comparison including the Trailblazer mechanical option, see Broadheads.
Arrow maintenance
An Excalibur T-Handle arrow puller is worth keeping in a range bag - Excalibur's recurve packages generate enough speed and energy that arrows can seat deep in foam or block targets, and a dedicated puller protects both the arrow and its fletching during removal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What length are Excalibur crossbow bolts?
Common lengths are 16.5 inch (Quill, for Twinstrike/Micro Series), 18 inch (Diablo, for Matrix Series, and some ProFlight), and 20 inch (Firebolt, for EXO-Traditional Series).
Which Excalibur crossbow arrows have lighted nocks?
ProFlight, Diablo, and Firebolt lines are available with or compatible with illuminated Beacon or Rhino nocks for shot verification in low light.
Can I use any Excalibur crossbow bolt on any Excalibur crossbow?
No - arrow lines are matched to specific series (Quill for Twinstrike/Micro, Diablo for Matrix, Firebolt for EXO-Traditional), so check which line fits your model before buying.
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