Compound Crossbows for FWE 603 and Vanilla FO3
⚪ Last updated 2013⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #101 of 313 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Compound Crossbows for Vanilla FO3 & FWE 603. Standard model & three subtypes-variants. Uses Railway Spikes as Quarrels (Crossbow Bolts). Actually fires a Quarrel which exists as in-world \'decals\'. Is even more silent & less detectable
Adds a compound crossbow with three subtypes to Fallout 3, compatible with vanilla and FWE 603. Uses railway spikes as quarrels, fires in-world decals, and is quieter and less detectable than standard weapons. A classic mod with 952 endorsements and 16,715 downloads, last updated in 2013.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 952 endorsements and over 16k downloads.
- Adds a unique silent weapon option for stealth builds.
- Uses common Railway Spikes, so ammo is easy to find.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2013, so may have compatibility issues with newer mods or game versions.
- Requires FWE 603 for the FWE version, which is an older mod that may be hard to find.
For Fallout 3 players who want a stealthy, silent ranged weapon that fits the post-apocalyptic aesthetic. Great for stealth characters who enjoy using crossbows. Skip if you prefer modern weapons or want extensive customization.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're using FWE, make sure you have FWE 603 installed and load this mod after it.
- Railway Spikes are found on raiders and in train yards, so stock up early.
- The crossbow is silent, so you can take out enemies without alerting others—perfect for stealth playthroughs.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Fallout 3 Mods
- Author
- Highlander4242
- Version
- 1.40
- Downloads
- 16,715
- Endorsements
- 952
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 2/28/2013
- Updated
- 10/25/2013
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