Baldur’s Gate 3: How to Get Hellfire Engine Crossbow

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In Baldur’s Gate 3, the Hellfire Engine Crossbow is a formidable heavy crossbow of Very Rare quality, boasting a +2 Enchantment. Not only does it have a menacing appearance, but it also delivers a serious punch—making it an excellent high-damage ranged weapon, particularly well-suited for classes like Fighter, Paladin, or Barbarian.

Without further ado, let’s dive into everything you need to know about the Hellfire Engine Crossbow and how you can add this powerhouse to your arsenal in BG3!


How to Craft Hellfire Engine Crossbow in BG3

Baldur's Gate 3 map location where the Hellfire Engine Crossbow can be crafted
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The Hellfire Engine Crossbow is a craftable weapon that requires three components, all found in the Steelwatch Foundry [X: -291, Y: -163]:

  • Targeting Module: On the main floor, located on the table next to the label on the southwest side of the factory. [X: -357, Y: -157].
  • Steel Watcher Arm: Also on the main floor, placed on the table to the southeast side of the factory. [X: -280, Y: -165].
  • Watcher Crossbow Blueprint: Inside the Security Office, resting on top of a table with books and scrolls. [X: -330, Y: -157].

Once you’ve secured all three ingredients, head to the crafting table in the same office where you found the blueprint. Interact with the table, place the items in the empty boxes of the crafting window, and click the ‘combine’ button. Voila! You now have your very own Hellfire Engine Crossbow in your inventory.

Finally, here are the key stats and effects of the Hellfire Engine crossbow in BG3:

QualityRequired ProficiencyWeight (lb)Value (Gold)
Very RareMartial Ranged Weapon17.8960
  • SPECIAL EFFECTS:
    • Weapon Enchantment +2
    • Level 3 Lightning Arrow (Transmutation School): After the arrow hits, smaller bolts snake out from the target toward nearby creatures.
    • Piercing Shot: Shoot a foe in the chest and possibly inflict Gaping Wounds. Undead and Constructs can’t suffer Gaping Wounds.
    • Brace (Ranged): Spend 20 ft of your movement. For the rest of your turn, roll ranged damage twice and use the highest result.
    • Reposition Malefactor: Pulls the target closer to you if it fails a DC 15 Dex saving throw.

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