Winchester Defender 12 Gauge 2 3/4" #00 Buckshot
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Winchester Defender 12 Gauge 2 3/4" #00 Buckshot
- UPC:
- 020892026520
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Winchester's Defender 12 Gauge 2 3/4" #00 Buckshot ammunition is engineered for maximum stopping power in personal defense situations. This load features 9 copper-plated 00 buck pellets, delivering a massive shock with manageable recoil. The buffered payload and specially designed wad ensure consistent, tight patterns for optimal effectiveness in defensive scenarios. With a muzzle velocity of 1145 fps, this ammunition provides the reliability and performance needed when it matters most.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Winchester Ammunition |
| Model | Defender |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 2 3/4" |
| Shot Size | 00 Buck |
| Pellet Count | 9 |
| Shot Material | Copper Plated |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1145 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 10 |
| Boxes Per Case | 10 |
| Application | Personal Defense |
| Features | Buffered payload, Engineered buckshot wad for consistent patterns |
Key Features:
The Winchester Defender 12 Gauge 2 3/4" #00 Buckshot offers impressive performance characteristics, making it an excellent choice for personal protection. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Gauge | 12 Gauge Standard shotgun gauge for wide availability and versatility |
| Shell Length | 2 3/4" Standard shell length compatible with most 12 gauge shotguns |
| Pellet Size | #00 Buckshot Large pellet size for maximum stopping power |
| Pellet Count | 9 pellets Optimal number of pellets for effective pattern density |
| Pellet Material | Copper Plated Enhances pellet hardness and reduces barrel fouling |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1145 fps High velocity for increased energy transfer |
| Rounds Per Box | 10 Convenient packaging for home defense or range use |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Home Defense: Ideal for close-quarters home defense situations, providing maximum stopping power with manageable recoil
- Personal Protection: Designed for personal defense scenarios, offering reliable performance when it matters most
- Law Enforcement: Suitable for law enforcement agencies as a duty or tactical shotgun load
- Training: Can be used for tactical shotgun training to familiarize users with defensive load characteristics
- Hunting: While primarily a defensive load, it can be used for hunting large game at close ranges where legal
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ Powerful Defense Load: 9 pellets of 00 buckshot provide maximum stopping power for personal defense situations.
- ✔ High Velocity: 1145 fps muzzle velocity ensures effective energy transfer and penetration.
- ✔ Copper Plated Shot: Copper plating reduces barrel fouling and improves pattern consistency.
- ✔ Buffered Payload: Buffering material minimizes pellet deformation for tighter patterns.
- ✔ Engineered Wad: Specially designed wad for consistent patterns and improved performance.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: Powerful load may produce significant felt recoil, especially in lighter shotguns.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: 00 buckshot has high penetration potential, requiring careful shot placement in home defense scenarios.
- ✘ Limited Range: Most effective at close to medium ranges, typical of indoor or short outdoor distances.
- ✘ Not for Hunting: Designed for defense, not suitable or legal for most hunting applications.
About Winchester Ammunition:
Winchester Ammunition, a division of Olin Corporation, has been a leading manufacturer of ammunition since 1866. Headquartered in East Alton, Illinois, Winchester has built a reputation for innovation and quality over its 150+ year history. The company produces a wide range of ammunition for hunting, sport shooting, law enforcement, and military applications. Winchester operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in East Alton, Illinois and Oxford, Mississippi, ensuring high-quality American-made products. Known for their iconic 'WinClean' technology in primers and their Super-X line of ammunition, Winchester continues to be at the forefront of ammunition development. The company is also recognized for its commitment to conservation efforts and supporting shooting sports education programs across the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- UPC:
- 020892026520
- Brand:
- Winchester Ammo
- Caliber:
- 12 Gauge
- Condition:
- New
- Shot Size:
- 00-BUCK
- Shell Length:
- 2 3/4
- Shot Weight:
- Unknown