Explore Nexgen Outfitters’ complete selection of premium projectiles for black powder firearms, including round balls, sabots, and high-performance bullets from leading brands. Whether you’re dialing in for an extended-range shot or seeking traditional accuracy with a custom load, you'll find the exact options you need here—all field-tested by real hunters for consistent results.
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Our round balls are precision-made from high-purity lead—offered in calibers ranging from .310 to .570. Designed for traditional muzzleloading rifles and revolvers, these projectiles deliver classic performance and timeless reliability. Choose trusted manufacturers like Hornady and Speer to ensure you get consistent diameter and reliable seating for accurate shooting in every season.
Choose from state-of-the-art sabots in styles like crushed rib, polymer tip, and low drag designs, all engineered to pair with conical bullets for superior muzzleloader performance. Using a sabot increases both velocity and accuracy by allowing a tighter bullet-to-bore fit. Look for industry favorites such as Jron, Hornady, and Barnes, with options tailored for modern inline and scoped muzzleloaders seeking greater downrange impact.
Our bullet collection features premium designs including hollow point, AeroTip, Ballistic Tip, and Funnel Point styles—perfect for those prioritizing terminal performance. Available in popular grain weights (240–348+ for .50 and .54 caliber), these projectiles include jacketed bullets with a lead core, exposed lead tip, or advanced polymer tips. Pair with a sabot for pinpoint precision, long range shooting, and rapid energy transfer on game.
Choosing the Right Option
Match by Caliber
Finding the right projectile for your setup is simple—just use our sidebar filters to sort by caliber. Most products are optimized for .50 and .54 caliber muzzleloaders, which dominate the field for their versatility and availability.
Performance by Design
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Round balls offer proven reliability, are cost-effective, and excel at short to medium range shooting and plinking.
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Sabots enhance velocity and create a flatter trajectory, making them excellent for long range shooting and maximizing your firearm’s potential.
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AeroTip and polymer tip projectiles provide controlled expansion and heightened accuracy, making them a favorite for those pursuing cleaner, ethical harvests.
FAQs
Can I use sabots in all muzzleloaders?
Not every muzzleloader is designed for sabots. Modern inline models typically accept them, but older sidelocks may require only round balls or slip-fit conicals. Always confirm your firearm’s compatibility before loading.
What grain weight is best for deer hunting?
A bullet in the 240–300 grain range for .50 or .54 caliber generally delivers an ideal balance of expansion and penetration for deer-sized game, especially when using a hollow point or AeroTip design.
What’s the difference between AeroTip and Hollow Point bullets?
AeroTip bullets utilize a polymer insert for enhanced aerodynamics and consistent expansion. Hollow point bullets feature a cavity at the tip, promoting rapid expansion upon impact—both are effective, but AeroTips often perform better at long range due to their streamlined shape.
Do round balls offer reliable accuracy?
Absolutely. When paired with the proper patch and charge, round balls are extremely consistent for target shooting and hunting at moderate distances, especially in traditional rifles.
