CB-90 Ballista
🟡 Updated this yearPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #119 of 892 Visuals mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
The CB-90 "Ballista" is Templarms modification for an outdated heavy shotgun frame to turn it into an explosive crossbow, in an attempt to gain market popularity after their other medieval based ideas weren't doing so well. The Ballista suffered from mostly issues with feeding and reloading but otherwise it did its job as well as a crossbow could.
Included is also the Goverment sponsored Glacier produced sporting scope. its reticle is calibrated for low velocity ordinance.
Ballista comes in Factory colors or OD Green with no markings.
CB-90 Ballista is a visual overhaul for the Explosive Crossbow, giving it a heavier, more imposing look. With 304 endorsements and 15,627 downloads, it's a popular cosmetic choice for players who want their explosive weapon to feel more like a ballista. Last updated in May 2026.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 304 endorsements.
- High download count (15,627) shows real demand.
- Recent update means it's likely compatible with current game version.
⚠️ Cons
- Visual-only mod—if you want gameplay changes, this isn't it.
- No screenshots or detailed description, so you're flying blind on the look.
- Potential conflicts with other crossbow reskins—test before committing.
For players who use the Explosive Crossbow and want a beefier, more intimidating appearance. If you're into cosmetic tweaks that add flavor without changing mechanics, this is a quick grab. Skip if you're looking for new weapons or stat changes.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a visual mod, make sure to place it after any other crossbow texture mods in your load order to avoid conflicts.
- If you're on a mod manager, preview the texture in the mod's file structure to see if you like the look before installing.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with specific game versions.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Helldivers 2 Mods
- Author
- Stoob
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 15,622
- Endorsements
- 303
- Category
- Visuals
- Created
- 9/4/2025
- Updated
- 5/10/2026
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