MINECRAFT · ITEM
Bow
- Item
A ranged weapon that fires arrows; essential for combat and hunting, non-stackable and durable through use.
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About
The Bow is Minecraft's primary ranged weapon, used to fire arrows at mobs and players. It deals damage based on draw time, a fully charged shot deals significantly more damage than a quick release. Bows can be enchanted to improve their effectiveness, with common enchantments including Power (increased damage), Infinity (arrows never consume), and Flame (arrows ignite targets).
Since bows are non-stackable, each one takes a full inventory slot. They gradually degrade with use and eventually break, though they can be repaired on an anvil with another bow or with Mending enchantment. Spawn one for a player with /give @p minecraft:bow 1, or grant them via creative mode.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Bow used for?
- The Bow is Minecraft's primary ranged weapon, used to fire arrows at mobs and players. It deals damage based on draw time, a fully charged shot deals significantly more damage than a quick release. Bows can be enchanted to improve their effectiveness, with common enchantments including Power (increased damage), Infinity (arrows never consume), and Flame (arrows ignite targets).
- Can I get the Bow without spawning it?
- Yes. The Bow can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
- How current is the Bow spawn info?
- The Bow entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
- Which game is the Bow from?
- The Bow is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
- What items are related to the Bow?
- See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Bow, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
- What is the Bow?
- A ranged weapon that fires arrows; essential for combat and hunting, non-stackable and durable through use.
- What is the item id of the Bow?
- The item id of the Bow is minecraft:bow.
- What is the numerical id of the Bow?
- The numerical id of the Bow is 261.
- What is the give command of the Bow?
- The give command of the Bow is /give @p minecraft:bow 1.
- What is the stackable of the Bow?
- The stackable of the Bow is No.