Carlson’s Choke Tubes Black Cloud Mid-Range Choke — Benelli Crio / Crio Plus | 20 Gauge | Titanium-Coated Steel
Model: 09030 • UPC: 723189090302
Maximize your 20-gauge Benelli’s long-range effectiveness with the Carlson’s Black Cloud Mid-Range Choke (Model 09030) — a purpose-built, titanium-coated steel choke tube engineered to deliver tight, consistent patterns with modern steel and non-toxic loads. Optimized for Benelli Crio and Crio Plus 20-gauge barrels, this choke combines precision CNC machining, durable materials, and Black Cloud tuning to get the most out of premium steel loads like Federal Black Cloud® and similar high-performance ammunition.
Built for Steel: Precision Patterning at Mid-Range
Carlson’s Black Cloud series is tuned to work with the wad and shot dynamics of modern steel loads. The Mid-Range constriction in the 09030 produces a dense, even pattern in the most commonly engaged hunting distances—making it ideal for ducks and geese working over decoys or birds passing along a field edge. Expect improved pellet retention in the pattern, less pellet deformation, and better energy on target when paired with matched steel loads and the correct choke selection.
Titanium-Coated Steel: Strength, Durability & Smooth Passage
Constructed from premium heat-treated steel and finished with a titanium coating, this choke tube offers the best balance of toughness and corrosion resistance. The titanium coating reduces friction between the wad and the choke, promoting smoother wad exit, less fouling, and consistent shot columns. The result is repeatable pattern density, longer service life, and easy maintenance in wet, salty, or muddy waterfowl environments.
Exact Fit for Benelli Crio / Crio Plus Barrels
The 09030 is machined to Carlson’s tight tolerances for a perfect fit in Benelli Crio and Crio Plus 20-gauge barrels. Proper fitment reduces runout and ensures reliable, repeatable performance each time you install the choke. The extended design provides easier handling for in-field changes and clear laser-engraved markings so you can identify constriction quickly when the light is low.
Performance Advantages
Optimized for steel shot — tuned geometry for modern high-velocity, non-toxic loads.
Mid-Range constriction — tight, usable patterns at 25–40 yards depending on shotgun and choke combination.
Titanium-coated steel — superior durability and reduced fouling versus plain steel.
Extended tube design — easy install/remove without tools and quick identification in the blind.
Precision CNC machining — consistent concentricity and repeatable results shot after shot.
When to Use the Black Cloud Mid-Range Choke
Waterfowl hunts where birds are decoying at typical mid-range distances (teal to mallards and small geese).
Late-season hunts requiring non-toxic steel or high-performance specialty shot.
Situations where hunters want a balance between range and pattern density without sacrificing pellet energy.
Patterning Tips & Best Practices
Always pattern your specific shotgun, choke, and load combination at the range before committing to a hunting distance.
For many 20-gauge platforms, the Mid-Range Black Cloud works best with modified→full style choke equivalents—start at 30 yards and evaluate point of impact and pellet distribution.
Use with Federal Black Cloud or other premium steel loads for best results; results vary with shot size, velocity, and shot cup/wad design.
Clean regularly to prevent buildup; titanium coating eases fouling but does not eliminate the need for routine maintenance.
Installation & Compatibility
Thread the choke tube into a clean, appropriately threaded Benelli Crio/Crio Plus barrel and hand-tighten; follow Carlson’s recommended torque or use a choke wrench per manufacturer guidance.
Confirm barrel compatibility (Benelli Invector-style choke threads for Crio/Crio Plus barrels). If you’re unsure, check your barrel marking or contact Carlson’s or Benelli customer service.
Always ensure the shotgun is unloaded and the action open prior to installing or removing choke tubes.
Key Specifications
Brand: Carlson’s Choke Tubes
Model: 09030 (Black Cloud Mid-Range)
Gauge: 20 Gauge
Material: Heat-treated steel with titanium coating
Compatibility: Benelli Crio & Crio Plus 20-gauge barrels (verify thread type)
Type: Mid-Range — optimized for non-toxic steel loads
Finish: Titanium coated (black/gray appearance)
UPC: 723189090302
Why Waterfowl Hunters Choose Carlson’s Black Cloud Series
Carlson’s combines decades of choke-tube engineering with specialized tuning for modern non-toxic shotshells. The Black Cloud series was developed to match the ballistic and wad characteristics of advanced steel loads, producing more effective, ethical kills at hunting ranges. When paired with a quality 20-gauge Benelli Crio or Crio Plus shotgun, the 09030 Mid-Range choke delivers the consistent, dense patterns serious waterfowlers need.
Legal & Safety Reminder
Always follow federal and state regulations regarding the use of non-toxic shot for migratory game birds. Use firearms and choke accessories safely—keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and verify the firearm is unloaded before making choke changes.
Tighten your patterns, extend your effective range, and hunt smarter with the Carlson’s Black Cloud Mid-Range Choke Tube (Model 09030) — titanium-coated steel built for Benelli Crio & Crio Plus 20-gauge shotguns.
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