Insane Magnum Power With No Paperwork

Published on May 22, 2026
Duration: 14:28

This video compares the muzzle energy and penetration capabilities of a CVA Endura Pro muzzleloader, chambered for smokeless powder, against a .45-70 rifle. Both firearms fire .45 caliber projectiles, but the Endura Pro achieves significantly higher muzzle energy (over 4,000 ft-lbs) without requiring paperwork, unlike traditional rifles. The testing includes ballistic gel penetration, lumber, concrete pavers, and mild steel plates, demonstrating the impressive power and performance of the muzzleloader.

Quick Summary

The CVA Endura Pro muzzleloader, designed for smokeless powders, achieves over 4,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy and can be shipped directly to your home without paperwork, rivaling magnum rifle power. Testing shows it penetrates 1/4-inch mild steel cleanly, outperforming a .45-70 rifle in this regard.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Magnum Power, No Paperwork
  2. 00:10Comparison Setup: .45-70 vs Muzzleloader
  3. 00:22Ballistic Gel: Hornady 325gr FTX (.45-70)
  4. 00:46Opossum Ballistics Gel Explanation
  5. 01:04Muzzleloader Explained: CVA Endura Pro
  6. 01:17Muzzleloader Power: 4000+ ft-lbs Energy
  7. 01:35Ballistic Gel: 285gr Powerbelt (.45 Cal Muzzleloader)
  8. 01:43Opossum Test Results: Muzzleloader vs .45-70
  9. 02:04Wound Channel Comparison: Muzzleloader vs .45-70
  10. 02:15Bullet Performance Comparison
  11. 02:35Barrier Testing Intro: Lumber
  12. 02:40Lumber Test: .45-70
  13. 02:57Recoil and Accuracy Comparison
  14. 03:06Lumber Test: Muzzleloader
  15. 03:31Penetration Concerns: Copper Plated Bullets
  16. 03:48Range Gear: G-Code Bang Boxes
  17. 03:50Lumber Test: Muzzleloader (Continued)
  18. 04:04Lumber Test Results: Muzzleloader vs .45-70
  19. 04:19Bullet Remnants and Comparison
  20. 04:37Concrete Paver Test Intro
  21. 04:47Concrete Paver Test: .45-70
  22. 05:12Concrete Paver Test: Muzzleloader
  23. 05:32Recoil and Shattering Comparison: Muzzleloader vs .45-70
  24. 05:47Sand Test Intro
  25. 05:52Sand Test: Muzzleloader (with CMMG Suppressor)
  26. 06:17Sand Test Results: Muzzleloader Expansion
  27. 06:40Mild Steel Test Intro: 1/4 Inch
  28. 06:55Mild Steel Test: .45-70 (1/4 Inch)
  29. 07:11Mild Steel Test: Muzzleloader (1/4 Inch)
  30. 07:27Smokeless Powder Advantage
  31. 07:40Mild Steel Test: Muzzleloader (3/8 Inch)
  32. 08:04Mild Steel Test: Muzzleloader (1/2 Inch)
  33. 08:22Conclusion: Endura Pro Impresses
  34. 08:53Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the CVA Endura Pro muzzleloader unique regarding legal acquisition?

The CVA Endura Pro muzzleloader is unique because, when configured for smokeless powder, it ships directly to the consumer's home without requiring any paperwork or background checks, unlike traditional firearms.

How does the muzzle energy of the CVA Endura Pro compare to magnum rifles?

The CVA Endura Pro, when loaded with appropriate smokeless powders, can produce over 4,000 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, which is comparable to or exceeds the energy output of many magnum rifles.

What were the penetration results for the CVA Endura Pro and the .45-70 against mild steel?

Against a 1/4-inch mild steel plate, the CVA Endura Pro created a large, clean hole, while the .45-70 did not penetrate. The Endura Pro also penetrated 3/8-inch steel and created a significant crater in 1/2-inch steel.

What are the advantages of using smokeless powder in a muzzleloader like the CVA Endura Pro?

Using smokeless powder in the CVA Endura Pro offers a significant advantage in maintenance, as it eliminates the immediate corrosive effects and extensive cleaning required for black powder firearms.

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