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Barnes Magnum MZ 50 Cal 250 gr Polymer Tip Muzzleloader Bullets

UPC: 716876451258

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Description

The Barnes Magnum MZ 250 grain is the bullet you reach for when your inline is stoked with a stiff powder charge and you want every bit of that energy delivered on target. Built around an all-copper .451 projectile with a streamlined polymer tip, it rides in a specially made green sabot that Barnes designed to stand up to the increased pressures found in modern magnum-capable muzzleloaders. The tip does double duty by helping the bullet load smoother and by kicking off fast, reliable expansion once it hits.

What Sets the Magnum MZ Apart

This one was purpose-built for the newer "magnum" inline rifles that run larger charge weights, and the sabot is the star of the show. It's tougher than a standard sabot so it won't blow apart under heavy loads, and a lot of folks find it delivers better accuracy than the run-of-the-mill options even in standard inlines. Fair warning worth passing along: because that green sabot fits snug, it can take a bit more ramrod muscle to seat in some tight-bore rifles. A Barnes aligner tool (part #30763, the same one used for the TMZ and T-EZ) makes seating cleaner and keeps your groups tight.

Terminal Performance on Game

Barnes calls the combo of double-diameter expansion, high weight retention, and deep penetration a trifecta of deer-dropping performance, and the field reports back that up. The all-copper construction peels open into razor-edged petals that drive deep without fragmenting, so the bullet holds onto nearly all its original weight. Hunters running these through rifles like the Knight Disc and CVA report pass-throughs, solid blood trails, and deer that don't travel far.

Loading Up the .50-Caliber Magnum MZ

These work in all .50-caliber muzzleloaders and shine when matched with a heavier powder charge to take advantage of that reinforced sabot. The polymer tip also bumps up the ballistic coefficient, so you get flatter flight and better retained velocity downrange. Sight in with your exact powder and primer combo and you'll have a rig that reaches out with confidence.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Barnes
  • Caliber: .50 Cal
  • Bullet Diameter: .451"
  • Bullet Weight: 250 Grain
  • Bullet Style: Magnum MZ Polymer Tip, Flat Base
  • Core Construction: 100% Copper
  • Sabot: Included (green magnum sabot)
  • Use: All .50-caliber muzzleloaders
  • Compatible Aligner Tool: Barnes #30763 (TMZ / T-EZ / Magnum MZ)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 32014
  • UPC: 716876451258

What’s Included

  • Barnes Magnum MZ 50 Cal 250 gr polymer-tipped muzzleloader bullets
  • Matching green magnum sabots

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Barnes Magnum MZ different from the other Barnes muzzleloader bullets?

The Magnum MZ was designed specifically around newer magnum-capable inline rifles that run heavier powder charges. Its green sabot is engineered tougher than standard sabots so it can withstand the increased pressures without failing. Even in a standard inline, many hunters find it delivers a nice bump in accuracy.

Will the Magnum MZ bullets fit my .50-caliber muzzleloader?

Yes, these are made for all .50-caliber muzzleloaders and come with the sabot already matched to the .451 bullet. Keep in mind the snug green sabot can require a little more ramrod pressure to seat in tight-bore rifles. A Barnes aligner tool helps you seat them straight and consistently.

How does the Magnum MZ perform on deer?

The all-copper bullet expands to roughly double its diameter and opens into sharp petals that drive deep without breaking apart. Because it doesn't fragment, it retains nearly all of its original weight for reliable penetration. Field reports consistently mention good blood trails and deer that drop quickly with well-placed shots.

Do I need a special tool to load these bullets?

You don't have to have one, but the Barnes aligner tool (part #30763, shared with the TMZ and T-EZ) is a smart add-on. It attaches to your ramrod, centers the bullet in the bore, and protects the polymer tip during seating for better accuracy.

Additional information

UPC

716876451258

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

32014

Shipping Weight

1.09

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