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The Traditions NitroFire .50 Cal muzzleloader with 209 primer ignition brings modern innovation to black powder hunting. Built on Traditions' award-winning NitroFire platform, this rifle pairs the speed and consistency of Federal Premium Firestick encapsulated powder charges with a fast-twist VAPR barrel and purpose-built hunting trigger—making it an excellent choice for hunters who want the muzzleloading experience without traditional loading hassles or moisture concerns.
What sets the NitroFire apart is its use of Firestick charges: pre-measured, polymer-encapsulated cartridges loaded with clean-burning Hodgdon Triple Eight powder. You load the Firestick from the breech, seat a bullet from the muzzle, insert a standard 209 shotgun primer, and shoot—no loose powder, no measuring, no weather worries. The polymer casing is impervious to moisture and maintains the tight tolerances of factory ammunition, so your loads stay consistent whether you're hunting in wet fall conditions or keeping your rifle in the safe for months.
The 26-inch Chromoly steel barrel is fluted and tapered, then finished in gray Cerakote for durability, with a 1:24 VAPR Twist that stabilizes a wider range of bullet weights and designs. The Elite XT trigger breaks clean and crisp, with a rebounding hammer and cross-block safety engineered for hunting situations. A solid aluminum ramrod with Quick-T handle makes field loading straightforward, and the rifle comes drilled and tapped for both scopes and open sights. The Realtree Edge synthetic stock resists the elements and won't swell or warp, whether you're in swamp or mountain country.
The NitroFire is for hunters who respect traditional muzzleloading but appreciate modern reliability and ease of use. It's not a primitive experience—it's a practical one.
| Caliber | .50 |
| Barrel Length | 26 inches |
| Barrel Material | Chromoly steel, fluted and tapered |
| Barrel Finish | Gray Cerakote |
| Ignition System | 209 shotgun primer |
| Barrel Twist | 1:24 VAPR Twist |
| Trigger | Elite XT with rebounding hammer and cross-block safety |
| Stock | Realtree Edge synthetic |
| Ramrod | Solid aluminum with Quick-T handle |
| Mounting | Drilled and tapped for scope and sights |
| Powder System | Federal Premium Firestick (breech-load) |
A Firestick is a pre-measured polymer cartridge filled with Hodgdon Triple Eight powder. You load it from the breech of the rifle, then seat a bullet from the muzzle. The polymer casing is completely moisture-proof, maintains consistent charge weight like factory ammunition, and eliminates the need to measure or handle loose powder. Fire a 209 shotgun primer, and you're ready to shoot.
The NitroFire uses standard 209 shotgun primers. These are not included with the rifle and must be purchased separately.
Yes. The rifle is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. It is also drilled and tapped for open sights if you prefer iron sights or a traditional setup.
The faster 1:24 twist is designed to stabilize a wider range of bullet weights and styles compared to slower twists. This expands your options, but specific bullet compatibility depends on the weights and designs you choose to load. Consult Traditions' load data and recommendations for the caliber and Firestick system.
SKU: 115726110 • Width: 8in • Height: 3in • Depth: 46in • Weight: 8oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Traditions NitroFire .50 Cal muzzleloader with 209 primer ignition brings modern innovation to black powder hunting. Built on Traditions' award-winning NitroFire platform, this rifle pairs the speed and consistency of Federal Premium Firestick encapsulated powder charges with a fast-twist VAPR barrel and purpose-built hunting trigger—making it an excellent choice for hunters who want the muzzleloading experience without traditional loading hassles or moisture concerns.
What sets the NitroFire apart is its use of Firestick charges: pre-measured, polymer-encapsulated cartridges loaded with clean-burning Hodgdon Triple Eight powder. You load the Firestick from the breech, seat a bullet from the muzzle, insert a standard 209 shotgun primer, and shoot—no loose powder, no measuring, no weather worries. The polymer casing is impervious to moisture and maintains the tight tolerances of factory ammunition, so your loads stay consistent whether you're hunting in wet fall conditions or keeping your rifle in the safe for months.
The 26-inch Chromoly steel barrel is fluted and tapered, then finished in gray Cerakote for durability, with a 1:24 VAPR Twist that stabilizes a wider range of bullet weights and designs. The Elite XT trigger breaks clean and crisp, with a rebounding hammer and cross-block safety engineered for hunting situations. A solid aluminum ramrod with Quick-T handle makes field loading straightforward, and the rifle comes drilled and tapped for both scopes and open sights. The Realtree Edge synthetic stock resists the elements and won't swell or warp, whether you're in swamp or mountain country.
The NitroFire is for hunters who respect traditional muzzleloading but appreciate modern reliability and ease of use. It's not a primitive experience—it's a practical one.
| Caliber | .50 |
| Barrel Length | 26 inches |
| Barrel Material | Chromoly steel, fluted and tapered |
| Barrel Finish | Gray Cerakote |
| Ignition System | 209 shotgun primer |
| Barrel Twist | 1:24 VAPR Twist |
| Trigger | Elite XT with rebounding hammer and cross-block safety |
| Stock | Realtree Edge synthetic |
| Ramrod | Solid aluminum with Quick-T handle |
| Mounting | Drilled and tapped for scope and sights |
| Powder System | Federal Premium Firestick (breech-load) |
A Firestick is a pre-measured polymer cartridge filled with Hodgdon Triple Eight powder. You load it from the breech of the rifle, then seat a bullet from the muzzle. The polymer casing is completely moisture-proof, maintains consistent charge weight like factory ammunition, and eliminates the need to measure or handle loose powder. Fire a 209 shotgun primer, and you're ready to shoot.
The NitroFire uses standard 209 shotgun primers. These are not included with the rifle and must be purchased separately.
Yes. The rifle is drilled and tapped for scope mounting. It is also drilled and tapped for open sights if you prefer iron sights or a traditional setup.
The faster 1:24 twist is designed to stabilize a wider range of bullet weights and styles compared to slower twists. This expands your options, but specific bullet compatibility depends on the weights and designs you choose to load. Consult Traditions' load data and recommendations for the caliber and Firestick system.
SKU: 115726110 • Width: 8in • Height: 3in • Depth: 46in • Weight: 8oz