Description
Hornady built the .338 ARC around a simple idea: push a heavy 307 grain Sub-X bullet at subsonic speed with the kind of shot-to-shot consistency most quiet cartridges struggle to deliver. The result carries roughly one and a half times the energy of subsonic 300 Blackout, and the Sub-X is designed to open up at velocities as low as 900 fps. Load the 175 grain supersonic stuff instead and you have a legitimate deer and hog cartridge out to sensible hunting distances, all from the same rifle with nothing more than a zero shift to account for.
Why the Scout SS Takedown Makes Sense for .338 ARC
A single shot break action might be the best home this cartridge has found yet. There is no gas system to tune, no buffer weights to swap, and no worrying about whether subsonic loads will cycle. Open the action, drop in whichever load the day calls for, and go. The 18 inch stainless barrel comes threaded from the factory, and pairing a can with heavy subsonics on this platform makes for a genuinely quiet setup that is a treat on hog properties or anywhere you would rather not rattle the whole ridge.
Built to Break Down and Ride Along
The takedown feature is the party trick here. The Scout separates without tools into two short sections, which makes it a natural fit for backpacks, ATV boxes, boats, and camp gear. Stainless steel construction shrugs off wet weather and sweaty summer hog hunts better than a blued gun ever will. The black synthetic stock is fully ambidextrous, wears CVA's CrushZone recoil pad, and the receiver comes topped with a DuraSight scope rail so you can mount glass and get to the range without hunting down extra hardware. Add the hammer block safety and a crisp, uncomplicated trigger and you have a rifle that does one thing at a time and does it well.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Connecticut Valley Arms (CVA)
- Model: Scout SS Takedown
- Manufacturer Part Number: CR4447S
- UPC: 043125002443
- Caliber: .338 ARC
- Action: Single Shot Break Action
- Capacity: 1 Round
- Barrel Length: 18 in
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
- Muzzle: Threaded, Suppressor Ready
- Stock: Black Synthetic, Ambidextrous
- Recoil Pad: CVA CrushZone
- Optics Mount: DuraSight Scope Rail Included
- Safety: Hammer Block
- Finish: Stainless / Silver
- Takedown: Tool-Free Quick Takedown
What’s Included
- CVA Scout SS Takedown .338 ARC rifle
- DuraSight scope rail (factory installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run a suppressor on the CVA Scout SS Takedown in .338 ARC?
Yes, the 18 inch stainless barrel comes threaded from the factory, so it accepts a suppressor or other muzzle device without a trip to the gunsmith. This rifle and .338 ARC subsonic loads were practically made for each other. A break action has no cycling noise or gas blowback either, which makes it one of the quietest ways to shoot suppressed.
What is the .338 ARC cartridge good for?
Hornady designed the .338 ARC to do double duty. Heavy 307 grain Sub-X subsonic loads deliver quiet, hard-hitting performance for hogs and close-range work, with bullets built to expand at very low velocities. Swap to 175 grain supersonic loads and it becomes a capable deer and hog cartridge at typical woods hunting distances.
How does the takedown feature work on this Scout?
The Scout Takedown separates into two compact sections without any tools, and reassembly is just as fast. That makes it easy to stow in a backpack, truck box, or boat locker, and it is a popular pick as a pack rifle or camp gun. The stainless construction means it handles rough weather and storage better than a blued rifle.
Does the CVA Scout .338 ARC come with sights or an optic mount?
It does not have iron sights, but the receiver ships with a DuraSight scope rail already installed. Just add rings and your choice of scope or red dot and it is ready for the range. Most owners top these with a compact low-power scope to match the cartridge's practical hunting range.





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