Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge 3" 1 oz Rifled Slug
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Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge 3" 1 oz Rifled Slug
- UPC:
- 020892009585
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The Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge 3" 1 oz Rifled Slug is a powerful and accurate shotgun ammunition designed for hunting and self-defense. These slugs deliver exceptional knockdown power and consistent performance. Manufactured with precision using high-quality materials, these slugs offer reliable accuracy and devastating terminal ballistics. The fully rifled bore slug improves accuracy and sectional density, while the hollow point design ensures superior stopping power. With a muzzle velocity of 1760 fps, these slugs provide flat trajectories and hard-hitting performance at extended ranges.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Winchester Ammunition |
| Model | Super-X |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Shell Length | 3" |
| Projectile Type | Rifled Slug |
| Projectile Weight | 1 oz |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1760 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 3010 ft-lbs |
| Rounds Per Box | 5 |
| Boxes Per Case | 50 |
| Application | Hunting |
| UPC | 020892009585 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | X123RS15 |
Key Features:
The Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge 3" 1 oz Rifled Slug offers impressive performance characteristics, making it an excellent choice for big hunting and home defense. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Gauge | 12 Gauge Standard shotgun gauge for versatile use |
| Shell Length | 3" Longer shell for increased payload and power |
| Slug Weight | 1 oz Heavy slug for maximum impact and energy transfer |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1760 fps High velocity for flat trajectory and increased range |
| Slug Type | Rifled Slug Designed for improved accuracy in smooth bore barrels |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Big Game Hunting: Ideal for hunting deer, bear, and other medium to large game animals at moderate ranges
- Home Defense: Provides significant stopping power for close-range self-defense situations
- Law Enforcement: Suitable for law enforcement agencies as a duty shotgun load
- Slug Gun Competition: Can be used in slug gun shooting competitions where rifled slugs are permitted
- Pest Control: Effective for controlling large, destructive pests on farms or rural properties
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Velocity: 1760 fps muzzle velocity provides excellent range and hitting power for hunting.
- ✔ Powerful Payload: 1 oz rifled slug offers significant energy transfer and stopping power.
- ✔ Versatile Application: Effective for hunting large game like deer in shotgun-only areas.
- ✔ Improved Accuracy: Rifled slug design enhances accuracy and stability in flight.
- ✔ Super-X Quality: Part of Winchester's trusted Super-X line, known for consistent performance.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The 3" shell length and high velocity can result in significant felt recoil.
- ✘ Limited Range: While powerful, slugs have shorter effective range compared to rifle cartridges.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: The power of a 1 oz slug may overpenetrate in some hunting scenarios.
- ✘ Barrel Compatibility: Best used in fully rifled barrels for optimal accuracy; less effective in smooth bores.
About Winchester Ammunition:
Winchester Ammunition, a division of Olin Corporation, has been a pioneer in the ammunition industry since 1866. Headquartered in East Alton, Illinois, Winchester has built a reputation for innovation and quality over more than 150 years. The company is renowned for its wide range of ammunition products, serving hunters, sport shooters, law enforcement, and military markets. Winchester operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in East Alton, Illinois, and Oxford, Mississippi, ensuring stringent quality control and American-made craftsmanship. The company's commitment to research and development has led to numerous breakthroughs in ammunition technology, including the development of smokeless powder and the first non-corrosive, non-mercuric primers. Winchester's iconic brand is synonymous with the American shooting sports tradition, and its products continue to be favored by enthusiasts for their reliability, performance, and innovation.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- UPC:
- 020892009585
- Brand:
- Winchester Ammo
- Caliber:
- 12 Gauge
- Condition:
- New
- Shot Size:
- Slug
- Shell Length:
- 3
- Shot Weight:
- 1 oz