The CVA Scout is a single-shot break-action rifle chambered in .450 Bushmaster. It has a 25" steel barrel with a 1:24" twist rate, a two-position safety, and no integrated sights — a mounting rail is included. Total length is 41 inches; weight is 9 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Scout 
• Caliber: .450 Bushmaster 
• Action: Break Action 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Barrel Length: 25 inches 
• Total Length: 41 inches 
• Weight: 9 lbs (144 oz) 
• Safety: Two-position 
• Twist Rate: 1:24" 
• Receiver Material: Steel 
   

Features 

The break-open action lets the shooter visually confirm the chamber is clear before loading, which keeps handling straightforward. The 25" barrel provides sufficient velocity for the .450 Bushmaster to perform well past 100 yards. There are no integrated sights; a mounting rail comes standard. The standard grip is designed for control under the recoil this caliber produces. 
 

Use Cases 

The .450 Bushmaster is designed for deer and large game hunting, and the Scout's single-shot format is common in states with straight-wall cartridge regulations. At 9 lbs it's on the heavier side but that weight helps manage .450 Bushmaster recoil. The break-action keeps field maintenance simple.

The CVA Scout in .450 Bushmaster gets solid marks from hunters, particularly those in straight-wall cartridge states where the caliber is required or preferred.

Accuracy is a consistent positive. Users report good groupings at typical hunting distances, and the .450 Bushmaster's terminal performance on deer and large game gets regular favorable mention. The break-action design comes up often as a practical advantage — easy to verify safe, quick to clean, and simple enough that newer shooters find it approachable.

Recoil is the main recurring concern. The .450 Bushmaster produces meaningful kick, and at 9 lbs the Scout's weight only does so much to dampen it. Shooters sensitive to recoil or those new to big-bore cartridges notice it. Ammunition availability is a secondary concern for some — .450 Bushmaster is less common than mainstream rifle calibers, though availability has improved. The single-shot capacity isn't a complaint from dedicated hunters but does limit its usefulness for scenarios where follow-up shots matter. Price is generally considered reasonable for what the rifle offers.