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Federal Premium Personal Defense PD12FX2 00 12 GA 2-3/4" Force X2 00 Buckshot 9 Pellets 10 Rounds
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SKU: PD12FX2 00-604544661262
Overview
Built for defensive shotgun use, this Federal Premium load is intended for personal protection in home-defense and law-enforcement settings. It uses 12 gauge, 2-3/4" 00 buckshot with 9 pellets and is listed at 1250 feet per second, giving it a purpose-driven setup for situations where controlled patterning and penetration matter. The 10-round box format makes it a practical option for keeping a defensive shotgun supplied. As with any buckshot load, suitability depends on the shotgun and the user’s specific defensive plan.
Why Hunters Choose the Federal
12 Gauge
2-3/4 inch load for compatible
00 Buckshot
9 pellets per round
Personal Protection
Self-defense applications
1250 Feet
Per second muzzle velocity listed
Packaged 10-round
Box for convenient storage and
Key Features
- 12 gauge personal defense ammunition for shotgun use
- 2-3/4 inch shell length
- 00 buckshot load with 9 pellets
- Muzzle velocity listed at 1250 feet per second
- Packaged 10 rounds per box
- Lead shot with non-toxic casing
Best Used For
- Home-defense shotgun owners seeking a 12-gauge buckshot load for personal protection.
- Law enforcement users needing a 2-3/4-inch 00 buckshot option in 10-round boxes.
- Shooters wanting a Federal Premium personal defense load with 9-pellet buckshot.
- Users prioritizing a shotgun load described for penetration and stopping power in self-defense.
- Buyers stocking defensive ammunition for a home protection shotgun setup.
Specifications
| Bullet Type | Lead Shot |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 12 Gauge |
| Casing | Non-Toxic |
| Gauge | 12 GA |
| Load Type | Force X2 00 Buckshot |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1250 Feet Per Second |
| Pellet Count | 9 Pellets |
| Rounds Per Box | 10 |
| Shell Length | 2-3/4" |
| Upc | 604544661262 |
Pros
- 12 gauge 2-3/4 inch load for compatible defensive shotguns
- 00 buckshot with 9 pellets per round
- Designed for personal protection and self-defense applications
- 1250 feet per second muzzle velocity listed
- Packaged in a 10-round box for convenient storage and use
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a 12 gauge, 2-3/4" buckshot load, so it is only suitable for shotguns chambered for that specification.
- The 10-round box count is practical for defensive setup and function testing, but it is not a high-volume range quantity.
- The product is described as optimized for personal protection, so it is purpose-built rather than a general-purpose shotgun load.
- Muzzle energy is listed as N/A, so the available specifications do not provide a complete performance picture beyond velocity and pellet count.
Suggested Comparisons
- Home defense shotgun ammunition
- Law enforcement shotgun ammunition
- 12 gauge buckshot loads
- Personal protection ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Shotgun shell holder
- Ammunition storage box
- Hearing protection
- Cleaning kit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this Federal Premium load intended for?
It is designed for personal protection, and the source specifically notes home defense shotguns and law enforcement use.
What gauge and shell length does this product use?
It is a 12 gauge load with a 2-3/4 inch shell length.
How many pellets are in each shell?
Each shell contains 9 pellets.
How many rounds come in a box?
There are 10 rounds per box.
What performance details are provided in the product data?
The source lists a muzzle velocity of 1250 feet per second and describes the load as offering increased velocity and energy compared to standard shotgun loads. It also mentions optimized patterns and penetration for personal protection, but does not provide a muzzle energy value.