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Great Ammunition! by Michael Morelli, Verified Owner, November 4, 2023
Hornady in my opinion is the best ammo you can buy. Overall, it outperforms other major brands and is worth the money. My firearms cycle as they should and have never had a malfunction both semi auto and pump action. I highly recommend these for pers...
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8-Pellet Buckshot I run these in my MAC 1014, and they’re exactly the kind of performance I wish I had during my time in the Marine Corps. The issued buckshot we had back then was inconsistent, weak, and...
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Best Buckshot available. by Tom, Verified Owner, November 6, 2025
My opinion is that Hornady's Critical Defense Buckshot is the best on the Market. Stays tight within 25 yards.
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great product by Stan Hunt, Verified Owner, November 1, 2025
Bought for the purpose as stated on the packaging. Works well in all of my guns and patterns well. No feeding issues in either pump action or semi automatic
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Buckshot for Home Defense by Jimz, Verified Owner, July 20, 2025
This ammunition has received widespread acclaim from users, and I hope it continues to serve as a deterrent rather than a necessary tool. Reviews suggest it boasts impressive stopping power, backed by its robust high-quality construction. My evaluati...
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The best buckshot and slugs available. by Tom, Verified Owner, October 5, 2025
Hornady is a top three shotgun ammo producer in my book. I also shop Brenneke. Those of you who are shotgun enthusiasts know what I am talking about. Power is second to none.
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Number of Rounds: 10 Shot Size: 00 Buck

Code: 0H-LBS-CDSB1-86240

MPN: 86240

UPC: 090255862409

List: $25.17Save 34%
$1.67/Round
$16.69

Product Info for Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75 in Buckshot Shotgun Ammunition

The best ammunition for personal defense just got better with the addition of Critical Defense Rifle to the line that already includes handgun, Lite and shotgun options. Critical Defense is engineered to deliver the pinnacle of threat?stopping power - even when environmental conditions aren't on your side.image

WARNING: California`s Proposition 65

Specifications for Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75 in Buckshot Shotgun Ammunition:

Manufacturer: Hornady
Gauge: 12
Number of Rounds: 10
Shell Length: 2 3/4 in
Muzzle Velocity: 1600 ft/s
Application: Personal Defense
Shot Size: 00 Buck
Shotgun Shot Weight: 1 1/2 oz
Shot Material: Lead
Primer Style: Centerfire
Cartridge Case Material: Plastic, Brass
Shotgun Pellet Count: 8
Lead Free: No
Velocity: 1600 fps

Features of Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75" Centerfire Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition:

  • Reliable Functioning: Specially loaded to ensure proper functioning in semi-auto and pump shotguns.
  • Consistent Performance: Our Versatite wad technology delivers tight patterns every single time without modification to your gun.

Package Contents:

  • Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75" Centerfire Shotgun Buckshot Ammunition

Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75 in Buckshot Shotgun Ammunition Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

  • Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75 in Buckshot Shotgun Ammunition, 00 Buck, 10 Rounds, 86240 , MPN: 86240 , UPC: 090255862409 , Code: 0H-LBS-CDSB1-86240

Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75 in Buckshot Shotgun Ammunition Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • Hornady Critical Defense 12 Gauge 8 Pellet 2.75 in #00 Buck Centerfire Shotgun Buckshot Ammo , MPN: 86240-KIT1 , Code: 0H-LBS-CDSB1-86240-KIT1
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