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12 Gauge Ammo from Top Brands Like Winchester, Fiocchi, Hornady, & More! — 984 products / 1,475 models — Page 1
More than half of all shotguns are chambered for 12 Gauge Ammo. The popularity of this shotshell is a result of its versatility. 12 gauge shotgun shells are appropriately sized for a variety of activities, like bird hunting, deer hunting, defensive scenarios, and competitive shotgun shooting, such as trap or skeet. While it generally delivers light to moderate felt recoil, 12 Gauge Ammo is also available in hard-hitting magnum loads. Whether you're looking for buckshot, birdshot, slugs, or another type of 12 gauge shotgun shells, you can find them all right here. We also have a wide variety of 12 gauge 3 inch shells, as well as plenty of other lengths, so you can get the perfect ammo for any situation or activity.
What Do 12 Gauge Shotgun Shells Contain?
The contents of 12ga ammo vary depending on the design. Some manufacturers load 12 Gauge Ammo with either lead or a lead-free material like steel or tungsten. It also depends on the type of shotshell you need, such as birdshot, slugs, buckshot, or a different self-defense projectile. What is loaded in 12 gauge ammo also affects it's muzzle velocity and energy. For example, on paper, a 12ga target shell by Winchester Ammunition weighing 1 ounce and measuring in at 2.75-inches in length will deliver a muzzle velocity of 1,180 feet per second. While this is standard for this shell, a 12 gauge shell from Federal Premium Field & Range with a 1-ounce slug has a muzzle velocity of 1,375 ft/s.
What Is Buckshot vs. Slug?
If you're new to shotguns, you may not know how these two popular types of 12 Gauge Ammo differ. To start, buckshot was originally designed for deer hunting. Buckshot shotgun ammo holds a varying number of large, round pellets. For example, one of the most common types of buckshot is 00 Buck (pronounced double-aught buck), and it holds 9 pellets. On the other hand, a slug is a single projectile, usually shaped like a traditional bullet but being much larger and weighing about 1 ounce. Buckshot works because the pellets spread, but it loses accuracy at range. Slugs are beneficial because they tend to remain accurate at longer distances and pack a larger punch, but sacrifice the spread.
What Is the Difference Between 12 Gauge Ammo and 20 Gauge Ammo?
The smaller the gauge of a rifle, the larger the shell it accepts. This also usually means that the shell is more powerful, has larger projectiles, and contains more propellant. Therefore, a 12 gauge shotgun is made for much larger game than a 20 gauge, which is usually only used for target shooting and small bird and game hunting. Additionally, the shells are often longer in length with smaller gauges, which is why 12 gauge 3 inch shells are so popular.
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Fiocchi Home Defense 12 Gauge 9oz 2.75in Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 00 Buck
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge 2.75in 00 Buck Centerfire Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5, 15
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1325 ft/s
- Included Accessories: None
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Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75" Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition, 10
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 10
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1600 ft/s
- Application: Personal Defense
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Hornady BLACK 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75" Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition, 10
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 10
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1600 ft/s
- Application: Personal Defense
Winchester USA Shotshell 12 Gauge 1 1/8 oz 2 3/4 in Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25, 100, 250
- Shot Size: 7, 7.5, 8
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
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Fiocchi Defense Dynamics 12 Gauge 8oz 2.75in 0BK Size Shotgun Ammunition, 10
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 10
- Shot Size: 00 Buck
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1325 ft/s
Hornady Custom Lite 12 Gauge 300 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Slug 2.75" Shotgun Slug Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5, 100
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1575 ft/s
- Application: Medium Game
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Remington LE Reduced Recoil 12 Gauge 2 3/4'' Rifled Shotgun Slug Ammunition, 250
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 250
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
- Application: Medium Game
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Hornady SST Slugs 12 Gauge 300 Grain Flex Tip eXpanding Slug 2.75" Shotgun Slug Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 2000 ft/s
- Application: Home Defense, Medium Game
Migra Steel Shot Staxd Load 12 Gauge 1.58 oz 3.5" Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25, 250
- Shot Size: 2, BB
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1350 ft/s, 1430 ft/s
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Migra 12 Gauge 1 1/2 oz 3 in Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 3, 6
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1450 ft/s
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BPS Shotshell 12 Gauge 28 Grain 1 oz 2.75in Bird Shot Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Application: Target
- Shotgun Shot Weight: 1 oz
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HEVI-Shot HEVI-18 TSS Turkey 12 Gauge 2-1/4oz 3.5in Shotgun Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shot Size: 7
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
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Aguila Ammunition Minishell 12 Gauge 5/8oz 1 3/4'' Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shell Length: 1 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
- Application: Range, Target
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Remington Premier AccuTip Sabot Slugs 12 Gauge 385 Grain 2.75in Power Port Tip Slug Shotgun Slug Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1850 ft/s
- Application: Big Game
Winchester Super-X Shotshell 12 Gauge 15 Pellets 3" Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5, 15
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1210 ft/s
- Included Accessories: Standard
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Fiocchi Dove/Quail 12 Gauge 1 1/8oz 2.75in 7 1/2 Shot 2 Size Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 7.5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
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Remington Sportsman Hi-Speed Steel 12 Gauge 1 3/8 oz 3in Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1300 ft/s
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Winchester Long Beard TSS 12 Gauge 3 1/2 in 2 3/4 oz #8 Shotgun Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shot Size: 8
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
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Winchester Long Beard TSS 12 Gauge 2-3/8oz #9 3" Shotgun Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shot Size: 9
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1100 ft/s
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Federal Premium 12 Gauge 1oz 2 3/4in 1300 FPS Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 7.5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1300 ft/s
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Aguila Ammunition Competition 12 Gauge 1 1/4 oz 2 3/4'' Shotgun Ammunition, 10
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 10
- Shot Size: 7.5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1400 ft/s
Federal Premium Grand Slam 12 Gauge 2oz 3 1/2'' Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 10
- Shot Size: 4, 5, 6
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
Federal Premium Top Gun 12 Gauge 1 1/8oz 2 3/4in Paper Wad Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 7.5, 8
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
Remington Sportsman Hi-Speed Steel 12 Gauge 1 1/8 oz 3in Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2, 4, BB
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1550 ft/s
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Fiocchi Dove/Quail 12 Gauge 1oz 2.75in 7 1/2 Shot 2 Size Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 7.5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
Remington Hypersonic Steel 12 Gauge 1 3/8oz 3.5in Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2, 4, BB
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1700 ft/s
Remington Nitro Pheasant Loads 12 Gauge 1 1/4 oz 2.75in Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 4, 5, 6
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1400 ft/s
Remington Nitro Pheasant Loads 12 Gauge 1 3/8 oz 2.75in Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 4, 5, 6
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1300 ft/s
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Remington Express Magnum Buckshot 12 Gauge 18 Pellet 3.5in Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1125 ft/s
- Application: Big Game
Federal Premium Black Cloud FS Steel 12 Gauge 1 1/4oz 3'' Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 1, 2, 3 and 2 more
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1450 ft/s
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Sellier & Bellot SB 12 Gauge 15 Pellet 3in Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition, 10
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 10
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1207 ft/s
- Application: Hunting
Federal Premium Wing Shok 12 Gauge 1 5/8oz Upland High Velocity Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 5, 6
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1350 ft/s
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Barnes Vor-Tx 12 Gauge 3 in Expander Tipped Shotgun Slug Loads, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1550 ft/s
- Application: Big Game
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Remington Gun Club Target Loads 12 Gauge 1oz 1185 ft/s 2.75in Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 8
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1185 ft/s
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Kent Cartridge Fasteel 2.0 12 Gauge 1-3/8 Oz 3'' 2 Shot Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1300 ft/s
Winchester AA 12 Gauge 1 1/8 oz 2.75" 1145 ft/s Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25, 100
- Shot Size: 7.5, 8, 8.5 and 1 more
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1145 ft/s
Winchester Drylok Super Steel 12 Gauge 1 1/4 oz 3" Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25, 250
- Shot Size: 2, 3, 4 and 2 more
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1400 ft/s
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Fiocchi White Rino 12 Gauge 1-1/8 oz 2-3/4in 8 Shot Shot 8 Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 8
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
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Fiocchi Field Dynamics Low Recoil Field Box 12 Gauge 9 2.75in Shotgun Buck Ammunition, 80
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 80
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Included Accessories: None
- Shot Size: 9
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HEVI-Shot Hevi-Bismuth Upland 12 Gauge 1 1/4oz 2 3/4 in Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 3
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1400 ft/s
Federal Premium Speed Shok 12 Gauge 1 3/8oz Speed Shok Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2, 3, 4 and 3 more
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1550 ft/s
Hornady American Whitetail 12 Gauge 1 oz Rifled Slug 2.75" Shotgun Slug Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5, 100
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1600 ft/s
- Application: Medium Game
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Fiocchi Dove/Quail 12 Gauge 1oz 2.75in Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 8
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
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HEVI-Shot Magnum Blend 12 Gauge 2 1/4oz 3.5in Shotgun Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shot Size: 5
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
Winchester Xpert Snow Goose 12 Gauge 1 3/8 oz 3.5" Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 1, 2, BB
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1550 ft/s
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Winchester Ammo WEX1234VP Super-X Xpert High Velocity 12 Gauge 3" 1 1/8 Oz 4 Sho, 100
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 100
- Shot Size: 4
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1550 ft/s
Federal Premium Heavyweight TSS 12 Gauge 1 3/4oz 3'' Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shot Size: 7, 9
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
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Kent Cartridge Bismuth Upland 12 Gauge 1 1/2oz 3'' Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 5
- Shell Length: 3 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1350 ft/s
RC Cartridge RC3 Competition 12 Gauge 1oz 2 3/4'' Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 250
- Shot Size: 7.5, 8, 8.5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1220 ft/s
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Brenneke Special Forces Maximum Barrier Penetration Magnum, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1650 ft/s
- Application: Personal Defense, Self-defense
RC Cartridge RC Dove & Quail 12 Gauge 1oz 2 3/4'' Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 250
- Shot Size: 5, 6, 7 and 1 more
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1250 ft/s
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Remington Express Magnum Buckshot 12 Gauge 12 Pellet 2.75in Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1290 ft/s
- Application: Big Game
Federal Premium High Over All 12 Gauge 1oz 2 3/4in 1200 FPS Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 7.5, 8
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1200 ft/s
Federal Premium Hi-Bird 12 Gauge 1 1/4oz 2 3/4'' Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 5, 6, 7.5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1330 ft/s, 1350 ft/s
Winchester Drylok Super Steel 12 Gauge 1 1/2 oz 3.5" Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2, 3, BB
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1475 ft/s
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Fiocchi Golden Pheasant 12 Gauge 1 3/8 oz 2.75in 6 Size 1485 Shotgun Ammunition, 25
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 6
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1485 ft/s
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Federal Premium Power Shok 12 Gauge 1oz Power Shok Sabot Slug Shotgun Ammunition, 5
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 5
- Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1500 ft/s
- Application: Medium Game
Federal Premium Black Cloud FS Steel 12 Gauge 1 1/2oz 3 1/2oz Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 2, 3, 4 and 2 more
- Shell Length: 3 in, 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1500 ft/s
HEVI-Shot HEVI-BISMUTH WATERFOWL 12 Gauge 1 1/2oz 3.5in Shotgun Ammunition
- Gauge: 12
- Number of Rounds: 25
- Shot Size: 1, 2, 4
- Shell Length: 3 1/2 in
- Muzzle Velocity: 1500 ft/s
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