Compact Launcher XL
Byrna CL-XL
Byrna CL-XL, the compact launcher with upgraded optics. .61 caliber, 410 fps, optic-cut top cover compatible with Byrna ProSight, removable fiber optic sights, improved ergonomic magazine release. 12g CO2, 17 shots per cartridge. 5-round + 7-round magazines included.
Specifications
Energy Density
42.3 J/in²
Muzzle Velocity
410 fps
CO2 Shots per Cartridge
17
CO2 Cartridge Size
12g
Effective Range
60 feet
Caliber
.61
Magazine
- 5-round (1 per kit)
- 7-round (1 per kit)
Notable Features
- Upgraded optic-cut top cover
- removable front/rear fiber optic sights
- compatible with Byrna ProSight
- improved ergonomic magazine release
Why this safe
The CL-XL is the CL with the optics upgrade. The optic-cut top cover accepts Byrna's ProSight directly, no adapter, no rail clutter. The ergonomic magazine release is improved over the standard CL for faster mag swaps under stress. For a buyer who wants the compact form factor AND optics capability, the CL-XL is where the CL line lands.
Why it matters
410 fps and 17 shots from a 12g cartridge give the CL-XL slightly more performance than the 8g standard CL. The optic-cut top cover is not a rail add-on, it's a designed-in mounting surface. For buyers who will add an optic and want a clean setup, this is the right model to start with rather than retrofitting the CL.
Who it's for
CL buyers who know they want optics. People upgrading from the standard CL who want the improved magazine release and optic cut without moving to a larger platform. Shooters who train with a red dot on their carry pistol and want the same sight picture on their less-lethal backup.