SSK Contender Barrel, .45-70 Government, 18-inch Stainless Threaded

The SSK Contender Barrel in .45-70 Government (brand part no. C8026) is an 18-inch stainless steel barrel built to fit the Thompson/Center Contender single-shot pistol frame. SSK machines this barrel with a threaded muzzle and included thread protector, giving Contender shooters serious big-bore stopping power in a caliber proven on everything from hogs to dangerous game. It ships with an integral base for scope mounting and no fixed iron sights, so hunters can build out exactly the optic setup they want for a hard-hitting handgun hunting rig.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45-70 Government, a proven big-bore cartridge for large or dangerous game.
• Cut to an 18 inch barrel length, balancing velocity with a manageable single-shot pistol profile.
• Machined from stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long-term durability.
• Threaded muzzle with an 11/16-24 thread pattern and included thread protector, ready for a muzzle brake.
• Built with a 0.810 barrel contour, the standard Contender/Encore profile.
• Ships with no fixed sights, leaving the barrel ready for the scope base or optic of your choice.
• Not fluted, keeping the profile solid to handle the recoil of a big-bore cartridge.
• Measures 2.85 x 5.30 x 29.20 inches overall, useful for planning storage or a hard case.
• Built to mount on the Thompson/Center Contender single-shot pistol frame.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this barrel come with sights? No, it ships without sights so you can add the optic or scope base of your choice.

What frame does this barrel fit? It is built for the Thompson/Center Contender single-shot pistol frame.

Can this ship directly to California? No, per the manufacturer this barrel cannot ship directly to California addresses.

Buy the SSK Contender Barrel in .45-70 Government

Hunters who want genuine big-bore performance on a Contender frame will appreciate the stopping power .45-70 Government brings to a single-shot handgun, backed by SSK’s reputation for precision pistol barrels. Order it through our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and browse more rifle barrels from SSK Firearms and other trusted makers.