CVA Ultimate Range Rod, Stainless Steel, 33", Muzzleloader Range Rod The CVA Ultimate Range Rod (part number AC1757) is a solid stainless steel loading and cleaning rod built for shooters who want every charge seated the same way, shot after shot. It measures 33 inches overall with a 31-inch working rod, and it ships with both .45 and .50 caliber jags, so one rod covers the two most common inline muzzleloader bores. If you load at the bench before a hunt or work up long-range loads, this is the range rod CVA designed for that job, and it's in stock at BattleHawk Armory. Why Buy It Solid stainless steel rod: stiff and corrosion resistant, so it won't flex, splinter or bend under heavy seating pressure. Knurled spin handle with stainless ball bearings: the handle rotates freely, so the rod can follow the rifling as you push the bullet down. Adjustable locking load stop: set it once and every bullet seats to the same depth on top of the powder charge. Bore guard crown protector and rod aligner: centers the rod and the projectile in the muzzle and keeps metal off the crown. Two machined jags included: .45 and .50 caliber cleaning and loading jags with tips shaped to fit the ogive of long-range bullets. Standard 10/32 threads: works with common muzzleloader jags, patch pullers and brushes. Built for Consistent Loading Accuracy with a muzzleloader starts with consistency. If a bullet is seated a little short one time and a little deep the next, the space between bullet and powder changes, and so do pressure and point of impact. The Ultimate Range Rod deals with that through its adjustable locking load stop. Once you've found the right depth for your charge and bullet, you lock the stop in place on the rod. From then on the stop contacts the bore guard at the same point on every load, so each bullet sits in the same spot in the barrel. The bore guard does a second job at the muzzle. It aligns the rod with the bore and guides the projectile in straight, which helps keep sabots and bullet bases from starting crooked. It also takes the wear that a bare rod would otherwise put on the crown, the last part of the barrel the bullet touches and one of the most important for accuracy. A nicked or uneven crown can open groups noticeably, so protecting it is worth the small step of fitting a guard. A Handle Made for Seating Bullets Seating a tight sabot or a long bullet takes steady pressure. The knurled spin handle gives you a sure grip, even with cold or gloved hands, and its stainless ball bearings let the rod spin as it travels. That lets a bullet engage the rifling naturally instead of being forced straight down, which gives smoother, frictionless loading and less effort at the bench. The large handle also spreads the load across your palm, which is easier on your hands than pushing on the end of a thin field ramrod. Jags Shaped for Long-Range Bullets The two included jags, one .45 caliber and one .50 caliber, are machined with loading tips that match the ogive of long-range projectiles such as PowerBelt ELR bullets. A tip that matches the bullet's nose pushes on a wide area of the bullet rather than a single point, so it's less likely to deform the tip or the bullet's profile while seating. Swap the jag around and the same rod handles cleaning duty with patches between strings or at the end of the day. Where It Fits This rod is sized for full-length inline barrels and is a natural partner for rifles such as the CVA Accura MR-X .50 caliber, where the ramrod that rides under the barrel is built to be light and compact rather than ideal for repeated loading. Most shooters keep the factory ramrod on the rifle for a follow-up shot in the field and leave a range rod like this in the truck, at camp or on the bench. If you want a simpler, lower-cost option, the CVA Lifetime Range Rod is another choice. The Ultimate is the upgrade for shooters who want the stainless rod, bearing handle, load stop and crown protection together. Specifications Brand: CVA Model: Ultimate Range Rod Part Number: AC1757 UPC: 043125117574 Construction: Solid stainless steel Compatibility: .45 and .50 caliber muzzleloaders Overall Length: 33" (31" rod length) Threads: 10/32 Handle: Knurled spin handle with stainless steel ball bearings Load Stop: Adjustable locking load stop Crown Protector: Bore guard crown protector and rod aligner included Jags: .45 and .50 caliber cleaning and loading jags included Frequently Asked Questions What calibers does the CVA Ultimate Range Rod work with? It's made for .45 and .50 caliber muzzleloaders, and both jags come in the package. How long is the rod? It's 33 inches overall, with 31 inches of usable rod length. What thread size does it use? The rod uses standard 10/32 threads, so it fits common muzzleloader jags, brushes and patch pullers. What does the load stop do? The adjustable locking load stop lets you set a fixed seating depth, so every bullet is seated the same distance down the bore for more consistent pressure and accuracy. Can I use it to clean my muzzleloader as well as load it? Yes. The included jags work as cleaning jags with patches as well as loading jags. Does it replace the ramrod on my rifle? No, it's a range and bench rod. It's too long to carry under the barrel, so keep your factory ramrod on the gun for the field. Always confirm your muzzleloader is unloaded and the breech is clear before cleaning, and follow your rifle maker's loading instructions.