A very simple fabric mod that adds explosive arrows to minecraft.
You are now able to change explosive strength via config from json or mod-menu - New in 1.2.0!
Crafting
- 1.20.1+: Combining arrow and TNT block in crafting table
- 1.19.4: Combining arrow and TNT block in smithing table
Reasoning of this change described here.
Details
- Works as a normal arrow for bow, crossbow, dispenser, etc.
- On hit of enemy or block, it will explode like a normal TNT block does.
- The arrows are not able to be picked up.
- Arrows will not blow up if they are submerged in water.
Customizable
- explosionPower
- explodeOnBlockHit
- explodeOnEntityHit
- waterCancelsExplosion
- breakBlocks
- smokeTrail
Limitations
Arrows cannot be "tipped" with potions
Quick facts
- Edition: Minecraft Java
- File type: .jar
- Minecraft version listed: 1.21.10
- How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
- Where to get it: Opens on Modrinth — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.
Install steps are the general flow for this file type — How to install Minecraft Java mods & modpacks walks through it step by step.
Verified by MCModsHub
- Ships as explosivearrow-1.3.1-1.21.10.jar — drop this file into the mods folder
- Download size: 273 KB
- Download link checked 30 Aug 2026 — working
These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.