Registry record · minecraft:bow
Bow
Items Equipment
A bow is a ranged weapon that launches arrows; its shot becomes more powerful as the draw is held longer.
See the exact in-game appearance on Minecraft WikiVersioned source data
Edition availability
Java Edition
Source version 26.1- Registry ID
- 895
- Source display name
- Bow
- Maximum stack
- 1
- Maximum durability
- 384
Enchant categoriesbow, durability, vanishing
Bedrock Edition
Source version 1.26.60- Registry ID
- 302
- Source display name
- Bow
- Maximum stack
- 1
- Maximum durability
- 384
- Component-based
- No
- Source version tag
- Unclassified by source
Enchant categoriesbow
From the recipe registry
Crafting recipe
Bow1 crafted
Recipe data is supplied for Java Edition only in this source. Bedrock recipes are not inferred.
Field guide
Item details
How to obtain
- Craft a bow from three sticks and three strings, or obtain one from selected loot and mob drops. Crafting grid Source
Practical uses
- Fire regular or tipped arrows at distant targets; a crossbow can also use arrows, while a bow cannot fire fireworks. Source
Mechanics
- Hold use to draw the bow and release to shoot; drawing longer increases arrow speed and damage up to a full charge. Source
Related items
Reverse recipe lookup · Java · 26.1
Used In · Crafting recipes
Recorded Java recipe outputs that use Bow. Bedrock recipe data is not included.
Dispenser 1 recorded recipe View recipe
Uses Bow × 1 · makes 1 Dispenser
Dispenser1 crafted