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product_id: 563795207
title: "BALLISTA BAT Reverse Stock Draw Compound Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - Fast 340 fps, Powerful 150 lbs, Lightweight 4 lbs"
brand: "ballista"
price: "R17998"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Ballista"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/563795207-ballista-bat-reverse-stock-draw-compound-crossbow-for-hunting-fishing
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 340 fps lightning-fast speed 4 lbs ultra-lightweight carry 150 lbs draw weight power BALLISTA BAT Reverse Stock Draw Compound Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - Fast 340 fps, Powerful 150 lbs, Lightweight 4 lbs

**Brand:** ballista
**Price:** R17998
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Dominate the field with speed, power, and stealth — the Ballista BAT Reverse is your ultimate edge.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BALLISTA BAT Reverse Stock Draw Compound Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - Fast 340 fps, Powerful 150 lbs, Lightweight 4 lbs by ballista
- **How much does it cost?** R17998 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/563795207-ballista-bat-reverse-stock-draw-compound-crossbow-for-hunting-fishing)

## Best For

- ballista enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ballista brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile & Compact:** Perfect for hunting, fishing, target practice, or self-defense—fits seamlessly into your active lifestyle.
- • **Featherweight Design:** Weighs just 4 lbs—carry it all day without fatigue, fits in your everyday backpack.
- • **Silent & Swift Reloading:** 3-second quiet loading system keeps you ready without giving away your position.
- • **Power That Commands Respect:** 150 lbs draw weight lets you handle heavy bolts for hunting or defense.
- • **Unmatched Speed & Precision:** Shoot bolts at a blistering 340 fps for lethal accuracy and thrill.

## Overview

The BALLISTA BAT Reverse Stock Draw Compound Crossbow delivers an industry-leading 340 fps bolt speed and a powerful 150 lbs draw weight, all packed into an ultra-light 4 lbs aluminum frame. Its innovative reverse draw design minimizes friction for enhanced velocity, while the compact size fits easily into a standard 30L backpack. Designed for hunters, anglers, and target shooters seeking precision, power, and portability, it features a silent, quick 3-second reload system and comes with practice bolts to get you started. This crossbow redefines versatility and performance for the modern outdoor enthusiast.

## Description

The world's fastest compound crossbow Ballista BAT reverse is the world's fastest Reverse Draw Compound Crossbow with a bolt speed of up to 420fps. The unique design of the crossbow uses additional polystpasses of the sliderless cable system - the least amount of friction between parts among all crossbows. Minimum plastic parts and the possibility of changing the position of the polystpasses provide for an algorithm for self-accelerating the crossbow above the nominal value. The world's most powerful compound crossbow Ballista BAT Reverse is the only Compound Crossbow with 150lbs limbs as standard. This significantly expands the scope of the crossbow's application. You can use this crossbow not only for recreation, sports and entertainment, but also for various types of hunting and even for self-defense! Fits into a regular backpack Ballista BAT Reverse crossbow doesn't need a special case. It is so compact that it fits into a regular 30 litre backpack that you probably already have at home. Unlike other crossbows, Ballista BAT Reverse will not stick out or hang from your backpack, creating a lot of inconvenience for you. Weighing less than 4 lbs Ballista BAT Reverse is the world's lightest compound crossbow. At the same time, it's completely made out of metal (except for the plastic handle). It's very easy to carry with you. Hands don't get tired at all, even when shooting for a long time. Have fun shooting and don't fight with the heavy weight! (It weighs as little as medium sized binoculars) Innovative system of crossbow loading Loading a crossbow has never been easier. Operating the crossbow requires meticulous assembly following the provided instructions. Unleash the true capabilities of your crossbow by assembling it with precision, following the detailed guidance provided in the instruction manual.

Review: An intimidating weapon - I’m thoroughly impressed with the Bat Reverse. It’s incredibly powerful and accurate. The practice bolts blast straight through my block target and keep going. With a broad head, it’s an excellent choice for hunting or home protection (my purpose for buying one). I definitely wouldn’t want to be on the receiving end of one of these bolts. It’s an intimidating weapon. It took me a few draws to get reloading down. It felt very heavy to draw at first but I adjusted to it quickly and can now reload in a couple seconds. Negatives - The practice bolts they send aren’t adequate for this bow. The tips split the carbon fiber and made the bolts unusable after half a dozen shots. The bow is too powerful for them. I ordered some stinger bolts and they’re much better. In my opinion, the bow should ship with stinger bolts. It should also include the red dot optic since it has no sights. I ordered all that when I ordered the bow and it added a couple hundred dollars to the cost. Just including those things would make this a perfect package. The fore grip moves too easily and cannot be locked in place. I super glued it where I like it and the bow feels more stable. The restringing press and string really should come down in price. The first restring will cost $100. The stringer and spare strings are necessary to ensure this is operating when you really need it, so I need to order those. Will all of that, the price of the Bat Reverse is closer to $850 fully configured. It really isn’t too bad for what you get, but it’s good to know the total cost going into it. Virtually all my negatives are related to the accessories and not the bow itself, which is pretty close to flawless. Overall, a great purchase. My home feels safer already. Practicing is a lot of fun, so I’m doing it a lot. Already getting pretty good with it.
Review: Don’t be afraid of this one! It’s really a good product. - Purchased this and at first glance thought it was way over priced. However I said I’d run it through its paces and then make another review. So, as promised, I was pleasantly surprised !!! With the 16” bolts with 100 gr field points it is unbelievably hard hitting, able to repeat shots to satisfactory tight groupings, so light in the hand, soooo compact! Would I do it again? Not only would but most likely will!!! Great job Ballista, just an absolutely incredible bow!

## Features

- Fast (340 fps) - Speed of up to 340 fps allows you to use the crossbow not only for fun, but also for hunting
- Powerful (150 lbs) - You can also shoot heavy bolts with a broadhead
- 3 practice bolts 13" are included. Compatible with Ballista Sting Bolts 13"
- Light weight (4 lbs) - It weighs as much as medium-sized binoculars, so hands do not get tired when shooting
- Silent and Quick Loading - Thanks to a lot of know-how, loading the crossbow is quick (3 sec), easy and silent

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CJMSDLTK |
| Archery Draw Length | 8.25 Inches |
| Archery Draw Weight | 50 Pounds |
| Best Sellers Rank | #251,979 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #51 in Archery Crossbows #321 in Archery Bows |
| Brand | BALLISTA |
| Brand Name | BALLISTA |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (24) |
| Date First Available | April 8, 2023 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Included Components | 3 Practice Bolts 13", Crossbow, User manual |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 24 x 5 x 7 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 17.01 x 12.4 x 4.92 inches |
| Item Weight | 4 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | BALLISTA |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Model Name | BAT Reverse T-Buttstock |
| Package Weight | 2.56 Kilograms |
| Size | 24"x5" |
| Sport Type | Archery |
| Style | BAT Reverse T-Buttstock |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| UPC | 850056122016 |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** BALLISTA
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 4 Pounds
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Model Name:** BAT Reverse T-Buttstock

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An intimidating weapon
*by L***D on December 3, 2024*

I’m thoroughly impressed with the Bat Reverse. It’s incredibly powerful and accurate. The practice bolts blast straight through my block target and keep going. With a broad head, it’s an excellent choice for hunting or home protection (my purpose for buying one). I definitely wouldn’t want to be on the receiving end of one of these bolts. It’s an intimidating weapon. It took me a few draws to get reloading down. It felt very heavy to draw at first but I adjusted to it quickly and can now reload in a couple seconds. Negatives - The practice bolts they send aren’t adequate for this bow. The tips split the carbon fiber and made the bolts unusable after half a dozen shots. The bow is too powerful for them. I ordered some stinger bolts and they’re much better. In my opinion, the bow should ship with stinger bolts. It should also include the red dot optic since it has no sights. I ordered all that when I ordered the bow and it added a couple hundred dollars to the cost. Just including those things would make this a perfect package. The fore grip moves too easily and cannot be locked in place. I super glued it where I like it and the bow feels more stable. The restringing press and string really should come down in price. The first restring will cost $100. The stringer and spare strings are necessary to ensure this is operating when you really need it, so I need to order those. Will all of that, the price of the Bat Reverse is closer to $850 fully configured. It really isn’t too bad for what you get, but it’s good to know the total cost going into it. Virtually all my negatives are related to the accessories and not the bow itself, which is pretty close to flawless. Overall, a great purchase. My home feels safer already. Practicing is a lot of fun, so I’m doing it a lot. Already getting pretty good with it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don’t be afraid of this one! It’s really a good product.
*by S***T on November 26, 2025*

Purchased this and at first glance thought it was way over priced. However I said I’d run it through its paces and then make another review. So, as promised, I was pleasantly surprised !!! With the 16” bolts with 100 gr field points it is unbelievably hard hitting, able to repeat shots to satisfactory tight groupings, so light in the hand, soooo compact! Would I do it again? Not only would but most likely will!!! Great job Ballista, just an absolutely incredible bow!

### ⭐⭐⭐ Meh
*by G***T on June 25, 2025*

It’s great and all but not 400 bucks great

## Frequently Bought Together

- BALLISTA BAT Reverse with Buttstock Draw Compound Crossbow for Hunting, Fishing and Target - Fast 340 fps, Powerful 150 lbs, Lightweight 4 lbs
- BALLISTA Sting Micro-Diameter Crossbow Bolts Carbon Arrows with Field Tips, Half-Moon Nocks, Penetrator Inserts for Hunting Broadheads OD 6.0mm (Pack of 6)
- BALLISTA 1x 30mm Tactical Reflex Green Red Dot Sight Optic with 20mm/11mm Rail Mount for Hunting Shooting, Battery Included

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-25*