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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10 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Long BeardTurkey Load - 1 3/4 ounce #4 shot
$24.5046 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Drylok Super Steel Magnum - 1 1/4 ounce #4 shot
$24.5062 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi Golden Pheasant - 1 3/8 ounce #4 shot
$24.2586 Ready to Ship
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10 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Varmint-X - 3" 1 1/2 ounce BB
$243 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi Waterfowl - 3" 1 1/8 ounce #3 Shot
$2426 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi Golden Waterfowl - 3" 1 1/4 ounce #3 Steel Shot
$23.5554 Ready to Ship
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10 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Double X - 2 ounce #4 shot
$23.5048 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal Speed-Shok - 3" 1 1/8 ounce BB
$22.5535 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi - 1 1/5 ounce #2 steel shot
$2148 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester USA VALOR - 00 Buck
$20.50123 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga 2-3/4" Ammo by Winchester Super-X XPERT - #3 Steel Shot
$19.9038 Ready to Ship
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5 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Remington - 385gr Sabot Slug
$19.7545 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 Hornady Critical Defense - 2-3/4" 00 Buck
$19.25611 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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5 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Hornady - 300 grain SST Sabot Slug
$19103 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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10 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Hornady Varmint Express - #4 Buck
$18.2537 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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5 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Winchester Double-X - 3" 12-Pellet 00 Buck
$17.5088 Ready to Ship
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10 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Hornady BLACK - 00 Buck
$17.50324 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 Fiocchi - #1 Buck
$16.75102 Ready to Ship
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5 Rounds of 12ga 3" Ammo by Federal Vital-Shok - 00 Buck (Copper-Plated Lead Buckshot)
$16.50117 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Fiocchi - 2-3/4" 1 1/4 ounce HV #5 shot
$16.508 Ready to Ship
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5 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal Premium Vital-Shok - 3" 000 Buck
$16.5070 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
$16.255 Ready to Ship
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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal High Over All - 1 1/8 ounce #8 shot
$1687 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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25 Rounds of 12ga Ammo by Federal - 1 1/8 ounce #7 Shot (Steel)
$15.5030 Ready to Ship
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5 Rounds of 12ga 3" Ammo by Remington Express - #4 Buck
$15.5080 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
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.