CVA Optima, .50 Cal, 26 Barrel, OD Green/Black, Picatinny Rail, MuzzleloaderThe CVA Optima is a .50 Cal muzzleloader with a 26 inch barrel. The redesigned CVA Optima takes everything hunters love about the original and adds smart upgrades for an even better experience in the field. The new Optima fills the sweet spot between CVA's entry-level Wolf and premium Accura models-offering enhanced features without the premium price tag.This listing is CVA part number PR2048NM (UPC 043125120482) in OD Green/Black. It comes with picatinny rail.Order the CVA Optima in .50 Cal from BattleHawk Armory and have it ready for muzzleloader season.Barrel and AccuracyThis model has a 26 inch barrel. Barrel length is a balance between velocity and handling. A longer muzzleloader barrel gives the powder charge more time to burn and can add velocity, while a shorter barrel is quicker to handle in a blind or in thick timber.Ignition and LoadingThis rifle uses 209 primer ignition. A 209 shotgun primer gives a hot, consistent flame to the powder charge, which helps reliable ignition in cold and wet weather, especially with pelletized propellants. The break-action design opens like a single shot, so you can prime it and check the breech quickly, and you can unload by removing the primer when you leave the field.Stock and HandlingThe stock is fixed. A good fit is what lets you mount the rifle the same way every time, which is the foundation of consistent shooting.Sights and OpticsBefore you buy rings or a mount, confirm the base pattern for this model in the owner's manual or with our team, and zero with the projectile and charge you plan to hunt with.About the CVA Optima PlatformThe Optima is CVA's mid-range break-action inline muzzleloader, with 209 primer ignition and the Quick Release Breech Plug that comes out by hand for cleaning. It gives hunters a dependable, easy-to-maintain muzzleloader for deer and elk seasons without stepping up to the price of the flagship Accura line.About the .50 CalThis is a .50 Cal inline muzzleloader. Load it only with the propellants and projectiles the owner's manual approves, use the charge weights it lists, and seat each projectile firmly on the powder. Keep in mind that muzzleloader season rules, including legal calibers, ignition, sights and propellant, differ from state to state, so check your local regulations before the hunt.Care and Setup TipsClean a muzzleloader the same day you shoot it. Black powder and most substitutes leave corrosive fouling, so remove the breech plug, scrub the bore with a solvent made for muzzleloaders, dry it, and apply a light coat of oil. Put a little breech plug grease on the plug threads before you reinstall it so it comes out easily next time.Practice with the exact powder charge and projectile you will hunt with, and swab the bore between shots at the range if your load needs it. Consistent loading and seating pressure are what turn a good muzzleloader into a tack driver.About CVACVA (Connecticut Valley Arms) has built muzzleloaders since 1971 and today is part of BPI Outdoors, which also includes Bergara, PowerBelt and Durasight. Many CVA rifles use barrels made by Bergara, the barrel maker CVA owns in Spain, and the company is known for putting accurate, practical hunting rifles within reach of everyday hunters.Ordering and ShippingUnder federal law most modern inline muzzleloaders are not classed as firearms, so this rifle can usually ship without an FFL transfer. Some states and cities treat muzzleloaders as firearms or restrict shipping, so check your local laws before you order, since some locations require a dealer transfer.Is It Right for You?Browse more CVA muzzleloaders and rifles or compare other muzzleloaders.Product SpecificationsManufacturer: CVAModel: OptimaPart Number: PR2048NMUPC: 043125120482Caliber: .50 CalAction: Break-action inlineCapacity: 1Barrel Length: 26 in.Stock: FixedSights: Type NONEOverall Length: 41Weight: 7.20 lbsFrequently Asked QuestionsWhat caliber is this CVA Optima?This model is chambered in .50 Cal.How long is the barrel?The barrel is 26 inches long.Does this ship to my door or to an FFL?Most inline muzzleloaders are not federally regulated firearms and can ship directly, but some states and cities restrict them, so check your local laws before ordering.What is the CVA part number for this listing?The part number is PR2048NM and the UPC is 043125120482.What kind of ignition does it use?It uses 209 primer ignition.Order the CVA Optima .50 Cal from BattleHawk Armory today.