PD-5 Repeating Crossbow – Built for the Highest Demands
The concept of our PD-5 is simple: the range, penetration power, and impact of a full-size repeating crossbow in the size of our compact and maneuverable AR-Series platform. 
The result is a crossbow weighing less than 2 kg and very compact, easy to handle, and ideal for use indoors, in underbrush, and confined spaces. The significantly increased operational range of 50 meters is achieved through the use of larger arrows.  
During the development of the PD-5, great emphasis was placed on ergonomics. Aiming for the fastest possible target acquisition and handling that resembles a real firearm allows for a quick, effective first hit.
Rapid follow-up shots, even with high projectile energy, are easily possible thanks to the robust quick cocking system. The leverage effect enables impressive performance with manageable draw forces. 

PD-5
This variant is optimized for the demanding sport shooter as a training and match weapon. The main differences are the sight, limb, and included arrows.  
Sight
The PD-5 is equipped with a fiber optic front sight instead of the tritium sight. This sight gathers ambient light and glows brightly and clearly. For use in darkness, a red dot sight or a similar illuminated reticle sight is needed.
Limb
The PD-5 comes with our proven “PRO” limb. This bow delivers energy of nearly 20 joules and an arrow speed of about 200 FPS with light sport arrows. For sporting applications, the PRO limb (nominal draw weight: 90 lbs) is ideally suited and offers a flat trajectory, especially with light arrows. Of course, any other AR-Series limb can also be used with the PD-5.
Arrows
The PD-5 comes with 5 high-quality sport arrows with field points. 

PD-5 Professional
This variant is optimized for use as a defense weapon or for security personnel. The main differences are the sight, limb, and included arrows. 
Sight
The PD-5 Professional is equipped with a tritium night sight from Meprolight™, which provides a good sight picture even in complete darkness.*
Limb
The PD-5 Professional comes with our new “Protector” limb. This bow delivers energy just over 30 joules and an arrow speed of 235 FPS with our hunting arrows. All other optionally available AR-Series limbs can also be used.**
Arrows
The PD-5 Professional comes with 5 hunting arrows. We recommend training with the same arrows used in actual deployment, as the handling and point of impact of different arrow types vary.

Main Features of the Steambow PD-5
• Fast & Robust Cocking Mechanism
The PD-5 uses our proven break-action cocking system, but in a reinforced and improved form. This “reinforced tactical lower” is more robust and can handle significantly higher draw forces, not least due to the massive cocking mechanism. The attachment of the PD-5 upper to the lower is particularly massive, made of stainless steel.
• Sight Rail & Optics
All types of optics can be mounted on the continuous Picatinny rail on the top: from small or larger red dot sights to large telescopic sights. The entire rail can be continuously adjusted in inclination. This allows the use of high-quality optics from the firearms sector, which usually have a very limited adjustment range.
• Unmatched Precision
The PD-5 is our most precise repeating crossbow. With stronger bows from 100 lbs and a suitable optic, the practical operational range is about 50 meters. Of course, longer shooting distances are also possible in sporting use. 
• Materials & Quality
The PD-5 upper is milled from high-strength 7075 aircraft aluminum and is given a black, glass-hard anodized surface. Parts of the PD-5 that are particularly stressed are made of steel, such as the attachment of the upper to the lower or the two cocking rods. The main body and all attachments are made of glass fiber reinforced nylon polymer with a glass content of up to 40%.
This makes the PD-5 extremely resistant to weather influences and mechanical stresses – ideal for use under harsh conditions. All parts are coated in non-reflective black or made of black plastic.
• Disassembly & Limb Change
By pulling out a pin, the upper can be swung upwards, and the limb can be removed. Additionally, the PD-5 is standardly equipped with our folding stock system and can thus be reduced to a very small size. The small pack size is perfect for storing the PD-5 in places with little space, such as in a vehicle.
• Arrows & Magazine
The integrated magazine of the PD-5 holds 5 arrows in caliber 7.5x220mm with various projectile types. We recommend exclusively using Steambow original arrows and offer sport arrows, bodkins, and hunting arrows.
The magazine cover pops open at the push of a button, allowing arrows to be reloaded whenever the tactical situation permits. For a quick complete reload, we have developed speed loaders for 5 arrows.***

*Note: Tritium sights are slightly radioactive and may not be permitted for private individuals in some countries. Be sure to check the legal situation in your country before purchasing!
**Note: The Protector limb has a nominal draw weight of 135 lbs and is thus one of our strongest limbs. Since the stored energy must be provided by the shooter, a certain amount of training is required to build the muscles needed for rapid follow-up shots. The Protector limb is unsuitable for beginners, weaker individuals such as children, or people with physical limitations!
***Note: Commercially available 7.5” arrows from other manufacturers can usually also be used, but this is at your own risk, and the reliability and performance of the PD-5 may be impaired. Especially at higher draw weights, caution is advised, as many of these arrows have weak plastic nocks. However, 7.5” arrows with aluminum nocks can usually be used without restriction.