Killer Instinct TEMPR-X Crossbow Kit
- 405 FPS bolt speed, 195 lb draw weight
- 56% let-off from the X CAM synchronized design
- Lumix 4x32 scope comes in the kit
- Anti-dry-fire safety, ambidextrous layout
- Crank cocking aid sold separately
- Limited lifetime warranty for the original registered owner
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A ready-to-shoot crossbow kit for field use that adds an optic and a dry-fire safeguard. The listing gives two different weights, so check the handling figure before ordering.
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ASIN: B0DN8NB7FGModel: Tempr-X 400Category: Crossbows
Overview
Twin cams working in sync drive the limbs on this Killer Instinct crossbow kit, and the let-off makes cocking easier and quieter. A scope is supplied, and a safety blocks the trigger from releasing without a bolt loaded.
The synchronized cam design is the reason to look at this kit: cocking effort drops at full draw and the noise drops with it. A crank can be added later for easier cocking, though it is not part of the kit. The limitation is the mixed weight data in the listing.
Who it's for
Outdoor shooters who want the bow, scope and safety together will find the kit straightforward. Buyers who plan to cock with a crank should budget for that accessory separately, and anyone sensitive to carrying weight should confirm it elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Twin cam synchronized design
- Scope included in the kit
- Works with a separate crank
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Crank cocking device sold separately
- Listing states conflicting weights
- Plastic material listed
- Warranty covers non-wearable parts only
Performance notes
Speed and energy come from the poundage and the cam geometry, and the synchronized cams release both limbs together so the bolt flies straight. Let-off reduces the holding effort at full draw, which makes the cocking stroke smoother. The scope magnification suits field distances rather than long-range work.
Specifications
| Brand | Killer Instinct |
|---|---|
| Model | Tempr-X 400 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 12.5 poundshigher than 97% of 36 crossbows |
| Archery Draw Weight | 195 poundslower than 50% of 41 crossbows |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Overall length | 33.75 inches |
| Width cocked | 6.75 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Bolt speed | 405 FPS |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Color | Black/Camo |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime, original registered owner |
| Other details | |
| Compound Bow Cam System | Twin Cam (X CAM synchronized) |
| Scope type | Lumix 4x32 |
| Let off | 56% |
| Safety | Anti-dry-fire |
| Cocking device | Crank system sold separately |
Closest rivals on specs
CenterPoint Sinister 430 Crossbow- Archery Draw Weight 195 vs 225 pounds (-13%)
- Item weight 12.5 vs 11 pounds (+14%)
CenterPoint Wrath 430 Compound Crossbow- Item weight 12.5 vs 14.9 pounds (-16%)
Excalibur Suppressor Extreme Micro Crossbow- Archery Draw Weight 195 vs 12 pounds (+1525%)
Frequently asked questions
How wide is the Killer Instinct Tempr-X 400 when cocked?
The listing gives a cocked width of 6.75 inches and a total length of 33.75 inches, which is what to measure against a blind or vehicle space.
Does the Tempr-X 400 include a crank?
No. The listing says it works with a crank system that is sold separately, so the kit relies on hand cocking unless one is added.
Is this crossbow only for right-handed shooters?
No. The hand orientation is listed as ambidextrous.
Why do the listed weights differ for the Tempr-X 400?
The description gives 7.6 lbs while the spec table gives 12.5 pounds. The listing does not explain the gap, so confirm which figure covers the kit before relying on either.