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Manufacturer: Steambow.
Model: AR-6 Stinger II Tactical.
Materials: Fiberglass, metal & plastic.
Weight: 2.6 pounds (1.2 kilograms).
Length: 22-24.75 inches.
Propulsion: Recurve Bow.
Action: Auto loading - Single action trigger.
Ammunition Type: Aluminum bolts (Comes with 6x 142 grain).
Ammunition Capacity: 6 (Internal magazines).
FPS: 180fps.
Draw weight: 55 pounds.
Trigger Pull: You need to cock the bow in order for the trigger to be engaged. The trigger mechanism basically just pushes the bow string up and over the lip of the rail releasing the bow, so there is a bit of friction and we would guess it is about 8-10 pounds maybe a bit less. There is no actual safety on the Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical so you will have to practice appropriate finger control so as to not accidentally fire a bolt unintentionally.
Accuracy: Steambow lists 180 fps as the claimed velocity for the Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical. We consistently measured right around 160 fps, pretty close to the claim. Using the included 142-grain, 6.5-inch aluminum bolts our chrono readings ranged from 159 to 164 fps, averaging 163 fps, which is very consistent. That produced about 8.4 foot-pounds of energy, so both velocity and FPE were a little under Steambow’s stated numbers. That’s enough for small pests, but humane shots depend on accuracy, you’ll want head or shoulder placement, and we are not fully convinced this bow is always up to that task. You’ll need to judge its accuracy for your own use. On elevation (up and down) the Steambow AR-6 Stinger II was fairly accurate. Where it struggled more was windage: we had to aim noticeably to the right to move bolts toward the bullseye. The sight is very basic (a single fiber-optic post just behind of the Picatinny rail), which likely contributed to the windage issue. Despite that, we managed a roughly 4-inch group at 30 feet, with one bolt behaving like a flyer.
Build Quality: The Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical is overall well made but does consist of a lot of plastic or polymer, that said it feels sturdy enough when holding it in the hand. The bow itself is fiberglass and the only real metal we can confirm is the cocking rail, mostly everything else other than the nuts, bolts, safety are some sort of plastic. Fit and finish is good. We are hoping the auto bolt loading system will perform well and be consistent but we will find out when we make our Field Test Shooting Video for it soon.
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Comments: The Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical is an interesting product, the autoloading system with built in 6 round magazines turns this from a simple target bow into a bit of an action shooter once you get the reloading down. As a potential pest control solution it for sure has the power as long as you can harness it by practicing to the point where you can get those 142 grain bolts on target and make a humane shot at the ranges you plan on using it for. Having quick follow up shots we feel is necessary just in case the first shot does not quite get the job done. If you don’t need external 10 round magazines or the upgraded accessories found on the Steambow M10 Tactical and want something a little more affordable than check the AR-6 Stinger out as it is very versatile as a compact Recurve Crossbow.
Compatible arrows: Target arrows / Hunting arrows
Compatible items: quiver and speedloader
| SKU: | STB0000376-0001 |
| Item Colour: | Black |
| FPS Range: | 250 |
| Ammo Type: | Arrows |
| Power Source: | PCP |
| Total Length: | 24.5 Inch |
| Front Sight: | Adjustable |
| Gun Material: | Polymer |
| Magazine Capacity: | 6 |
| Options: | Tactical |
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I did my unboxing vide for both the Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical and M10 Tactical already which is generally a preview of the products I am unboxing but with these types of compact crossbows, they generally need a bit of setup before they are complete and ready to view and use. For that reason I wanted to make a quick combined Preview Video for Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical and M10 Tactical Crossbows so you can see what they look like all put together, and what the main differences are between the two of them. This way you can figure out which one might be the best choice if you are in the market for a product like this. Let’s go over the main specifications and differences to determine what you get with each one: -Distributed by: Steambow GmbH Austria. -Materials: Mostly plastic with some metal parts. -Weight: M10 4 pounds / AR-6 2.6 pounds. -Lengt: M10 24.2 inches / AR-6 22 inches. -Width: M10 17.5 inches / 17.5 inches. -Magazine Capacity: M10 10 bolts per external magazine / AR-6 6 bolts per internal magazine. -Bow Tension: M10 75 pounds (12 foot pounds) / AR-6 55 pounds (10 foot pounds). -Picatinny Rails: M10 top, sides, bottom / AR-6 top, bottom. -Sights: M10 fiber optic front, peep or grove rear / AR-6 fiber optic mid. -Rear stock: M10 AR type upgraded 6 position / AR-6 AR type 5 position. -For-grip: M10 yes upgraded / AR-6 yes standard. -Safety: M10 yes bolt / AR-6 no. -Sling mount: M10 yes on receiver / AR-6 yes on stock. -M10 extras: 20 bolts, 2 magazines, 2 rear sight options, pre-strung, more power. -Price at time of this video: M10 $569 CAN / AR-6 $389 CAN. Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical: https://www.replicaairguns.ca/steambow-ar-6-stinger-quick-detach-crossbow AR Series Steambow M10 Tactical: https://www.replicaairguns.ca/streambow-m10-ergonomic-foregrip-crossbow
www.ReplicaAirguns.com I tested another Steambow model in this Field Test Shooting Video, the Steambow AR Series M10 Tactical Crossbow. Like my other Crossbow Field Test videos, I recorded the Chronograph velocity while I was shooting the target so there was no need for separate segments, everything was done in one go with four cameras rolling. I didn’t put a dedicated camera on the Chronograph because I wanted a camera on the target; my camera glasses generally pick up the chrono readings anyway. I only have so many cameras, but everything recorded as planned. If you want the full specs and a closer look at the M10, watch my dedicated Table Top video. Overall the Steambow AR Series M10 Tactical Crossbow performed really well. I like the cocking and bolt-feeding system, cocking is simple: shoulder the stock, press the release, then pull the front down using the foregrip for leverage. Even with the higher power of this model you don’t need a lot of strength, and with practice follow-up shots can be quick. I’d add a red dot to the rail to help dial in accuracy and buy a few extra bolts for target practice and hunting. The M10 is one of Steambow’s pricier offerings, but it also has the highest ammo capacity and the most customization options. If you want the ultimate compact crossbow setup, the ability to preload multiple bolts and have extra 10-shot magazines on hand makes the M10 the one to consider. Read my full Review here: www.replicaairguns.com/posts/2025/11/6/steambow-ar-series-m10-tactical-crossbow-field-test-review Buy the Steambow M10 Tactical Recurve Crossbow in Canada: https://www.replicaairguns.ca/streambow-m10-ergonomic-foregrip-crossbow Buy Compact Recurve Crossbow in the US: https://www.replicaairguns.us/bear-x-desire-xl-crossbow-black
www.ReplicaAirguns.com Type: Compact Recurve Crossbow. Manufacturer: Steambow GmbH Austria. Model: AR-6 Stinger II Tactical. Materials: Fiberglass, metal & plastic. Weight: 2.6 pounds (1.2 kilograms). Length: 22-24.75 inches. Propulsion: Recurve Bow. Action: Auto loading - Single action trigger. Ammunition Type: Aluminum bolts (Comes with 6x 142 grain). Ammunition Capacity: 6 (Internal magazines). FPS: 180fps. Draw weight: 55 pounds. The Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical is an interesting product, the autoloading system with built in 6 round magazines turns this from a simple target bow into a bit of an action shooter once you get the reloading down. As a potential pest control solution it for sure has the power as long as you can harness it by practicing to the point where you can get those 142 grain bolts on target and make a humane shot at the ranges you plan on using it for. Having quick follow up shots I feel is necessary just in case the first shot does not quite get the job done. If you don’t need external 10 round magazines or the upgraded accessories found on the Steambow M10 Tactical and want something a little more affordable than check the AR-6 Stinger out as it is very versatile as a compact Recurve Crossbow. Read Full Review Here: Buy the Steambow AR-6 Stinger II Tactical in Canada: https://www.replicaairguns.ca/steambow-ar-6-stinger-quick-detach-crossbow Buy Compact Recurve Crossbow in the US: https://www.replicaairguns.us/bear-x-desire-xl-crossbow-black
