Hornady American Gunner 12 Gauge Slug – 1 oz Rifled Low Recoil – 2.75"
The Hornady American Gunner® 12 Gauge Slug (86231) is a professional-grade defensive and tactical load designed for shooters who demand 100% reliability with manageable recoil. Part of the acclaimed American Gunner line, this 1 oz rifled foster-style slug is specifically tuned to a Low Recoil velocity of 1300 FPS. This reduced power factor significantly minimizes muzzle flip and shoulder fatigue, allowing for lightning-fast follow-up shots and superior control during high-stress defensive situations or extended training sessions at the range.
Unlike sabot slugs that require specialized barrels, the American Gunner rifled slug is optimized for smoothbore shotguns, which are the standard for most home defense and duty platforms. It features a cold-swaged lead projectile that ensures excellent uniformity and balance for improved accuracy. Whether you are outfitting a dedicated home-defense pump-action or running a modern semi-auto, these slugs provide the massive "knock-down" energy of a .73 caliber projectile with a recoil profile that won't overwhelm the shooter. Proudly made in the USA with premium high-brass hulls and consistent primers, this is duty-ready ammunition you can count on when it matters most.
Note: While designed for smoothbore barrels, these slugs are safe for use in all 12-gauge shotgun barrels, including those with rifled choke tubes.
Key Features
- Reduced Recoil Loading: 1300 FPS velocity provides a more manageable kick and faster target re-acquisition.
- Smoothbore Performance: Rifled foster-style design provides excellent accuracy in standard non-rifled shotgun barrels.
- American Gunner Reliability: Built to the same exacting standards as Hornady’s premium defensive handgun and rifle ammunition.
- Cold-Swaged Lead Slug: Ensures projectile uniformity for consistent point-of-impact and devastating terminal expansion.
- Tactical Application: The ideal choice for law enforcement training, home defense, and recreational target shooting.
- High-Brass Hulls: Engineered for positive extraction and smooth feeding in semi-automatic and pump-action shotguns.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Hornady
- Series: American Gunner®
- Gauge: 12 Gauge
- Shell Length: 2.75" (70mm)
- Slug Weight: 1 oz (437.5 Grains)
- Slug Type: Rifled Foster-Style Lead Slug
- Muzzle Velocity: 1300 FPS
- Muzzle Energy: 1642 ft-lbs
- Rounds Per Box: 5 Rounds
- Boxes Per Case: 20 Boxes (100 Rounds)
- MPN: 86231
- UPC: 090255862317
