Bulk 12ga Ammo
About 12 Gauge Ammunition
A 12 gauge shotgun has a bore of about .73 in (18.5mm) and (depending on the model) fires shells measuring from 2-1/2" to 3-1/2", with 2-3/4" being the most common middle ground. 12ga shotguns are a useful and popular tools for any defensive or sporting purpose, and the 12 gauge ammo available reflects this versatility.[Read More]
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal - 1 1/8 ounce #7 Shot (Steel)
$15.5030 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi - 2-3/4" 1 1/8 ounce #8 shot
$15.5061 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester AA Sporting Clay - 2-3/4" 1 1/8 ounce #7 1/2 shot
$15.5014 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga 2-3/4" Ammo by Winchester AA Lite Handicap - 1 ounce #7 1/2 shot
$15.5019 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester - #8 Shot
$15.508 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Stars & Stripes - 00 Buck
Regular Price: $174
On Sale: $155
76 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal Top Gun - 1 ounce #7 1/2 steel shot
$15.5010 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Xpert Game & Target - 1 ounce #6 1/2 steel shot
$15.5077 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi White Rino Super Lite - 1 1/8 ounce #8 shot
$15.7528 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal - #4 shot
$1596 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal High Over All - 1 1/8 ounce #8 shot
$16127 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi High Velocity - 2 3/4" 1 1/4 ounce #7 1/2 shot
$16.259 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by NobelSport LE - 12 Pellet 00 Buck
$16485 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 1 1/8 ounce #1 Buck
$16476 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi - #1 Buck
$16.75119 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Sellier & Bellot - 00 Buck 1-1/4 oz
$16966 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Panzer Defense Lequian - 00 Buck
$16967 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Super-X - 1 1/4 ounce #5 shot
$17019 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Sterling - 1-3/16 ounce 00 buck
$13982 Ready to Ship
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200 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Sterling Tornado - 1 ounce rifled slug
$1398 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester USA VALOR - 00 Buck
$174107 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi - 1 1/4 ounce #4 shot
$17.5072 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal - #6 shot
$17.7522 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester - 00 Buck
Regular Price: $189
On Sale: $179
105 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Super-X - 00 Buck
$18486 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal - #4 shot
$18.504 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Military Grade - 00 Buck
$18937 Ready to Ship
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250 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Aguila Minishell - 5/8 ounce #7 1/2 shot
$1892 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal - 1 1/4 ounce #4 shot
$19.25125 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester - 1 1/8 ounce BB (Steel)
$19.501 Ready to Ship
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10 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by NobelSport - 00 Buck
$7.9092 Ready to Ship
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100 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal Speed-Shok - 1 1/4 ounce BB steel shot
$7918 Ready to Ship
12 Gauge Buckshot vs. Shells
12 gauge hunting ammunition fires buckshot (usually the relatively large 00, with 8 or 9 pellets in the hull) at a muzzle velocity of 1,325 feet per second. This produces relatively heavy recoil but excellent penetration and effective range--both critical advantages for hunters. In a defensive situation, "tactical" loads firing similar payloads at a lower muzzle velocity of approximately 1,200 feet per second are generally preferred, as they produce less recoil (which facilitates rapid fire) and less risk for overpenetration.Shooters looking to bust clays or hunt small game and birds with 12 gauge ammunition should check out birdshot loads, which typically fire 1-1/8 ounces of shot at a muzzle velocity of 1,100 to 1,400 feet per second, with recoil varying accordingly. Birdshot's low penetration makes it inappropriate for self-defense; however, the high density of the shot is very useful for ensuring multiple hits on small targets.
Shotgun slugs are the best option for taking deer and other game at ranges beyond the reach of buckshot. 12 gauge shotgun slugs typically weigh one ounce (437.5 grains) and are fired at a relatively high muzzle velocity of 1,600 feet per second or more. At these speeds, soft lead slugs will expand and bring down targets quickly even at 75 yards or more. For longer distances, saboted slugs firing a smaller, lighter projectile with greater stabilization should be used.