How far can a CVA muzzleloader shoot?

Schearer also said that while the rifle can be set up to shoot at 400 yards, it’s also a great tool for the more common 100- to 200-yard shots. “On standard muzzleloaders you’ll commonly see a seven- to 10-inch drop at 200 yards. You won’t see that with the Paramount.

Are sabots accurate?

They are plenty accurate, for what the rifle was designed for. I shoot the Powerbelts in my Remington inline and they shoot real well and kill deer just fine. I don’t push the range and I think that past 150 yards, most conicals-either sabot, or bore size-become problematic.

What are muzzleloader sabots?

Sabots are structural devices used with firearm or cannon ammunition to make a smaller caliber bullet fit into a larger caliber barrel. The driving bands are made from materials that are able to change shape and seal the barrel as the bullet is forced from the chamber into the barrel.

Is CVA Wolf a good muzzleloader?

Unfortunately, the CVA Wolf Northwest is not a perfect muzzleloader and it does have a few problems. There are two areas where I was not impressed with its performance: the quality of the factory installed sights and the initial reliability of the ignition system.

What is the best bullet for CVA Optima?

In fact, the 250gr PowerBelt AeroLite is by far the most accurate muzzleloader bullet I’ve ever shot out of my CVA Wolf and CVA Optima. These bullets also offer absolutely devastating terminal performance on deer sized game.

Are sabots better?

Sabots have been around in muzzleloading for some time courtesy of Del Ramsey, and they get better all the time. They have had to, as Pyrodex is more energetic than black powder and Triple 7 even more so, burning at both higher combustion temperatures and pressures than black powder.

Can you use regular bullets in a muzzleloader?

Modern muzzleloader rifles perform best with modern bullets. 45 cal bullets and sabots are the way to go. They are many options with sufficient mass (250-300 grains) for penetration, plus they have better ballistics, controlled expansion and weight retention than . 50 caliber lead conical bullets or Power Belts.

What is the best load for CVA Accura?

CVA recommends a minimum of 50 grains, by volume, of blackpowder or black- powder substitute in your . 45 or . 50 caliber gun. The maximum load in CVA break- action guns is 150 grains by volume.

How accurate is CVA Wolf?

With the accuracy I was achieving with the 245gr PowerBelts, I’m comfortable with taking a shot out to around 150 yards on a deer. The two shots closest to the bullet were taken at 50 yards, the other two were taken at 100 yards. Another great aspect of the CVA Wolf Northwest is how easy the muzzleloader is to clean.

What’s the best sabot and bullet combo for Your Bore?

With the same powder charge, sabot and bullet, and with the same exact scope (Hi-Lux HPML) as on my rifle, the best we could do was to get the poly-tipped 300-grain “Scorpion PT Gold” to group inside of 2 1/4 inches. But, during loading, I noticed that the black “Crush Rib” and .451″ bullet tended to load noticeably easier.

What kind of sabot do I need for harvester?

Knowing the exact bore size will help you choose the right Harvester Muzzleloading sabot. If the bore runs .500-.502″, the black .50x.45 sabot may be the one you need to be loading with. If the bore runs .503-.504″, chances are the red .50x.45 “Crush Rib” sabot will help tighten those hundred yard groups.

Which is the cheapest sabot for a 50 caliber bullet?

Hornady .50 Caliber Sabot with .44 Caliber Hollow Thompson/Center .50 Caliber 240 Grain Hollow Point Bullet Cheapshot Sabots with Thompson/Center .50 Caliber 240 Grain Hollow Point…

What kind of powder does a CVA use?

I have used both 777 and Black horn 209 powders with SST bullets. You’ll have to try different loads and bullets to see what your gun likes. The biggest thing is to do everything the same thing every time. CVAs are very good rifles. That’s a good gun and a good starter.