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Hornady 86232 SST 20 Gauge 2.75" 250 GR 5 Rounds
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SKU: 86232-090255862324
Overview
Built for fully rifled 20 gauge slug guns, this load is intended for hunters who want a dedicated slug option for deer season and other big-game applications where a shotgun is the tool of choice. The FTX bullet and Flex Tip design are aimed at improving ballistic performance and helping support a flatter trajectory compared with traditional slug designs. With 5 rounds per box, it is a practical choice for sighting in and carrying a limited hunting supply, though the small count means each shot matters.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Fully Rifled
20 gauge slug guns
Hornady Ftx
Bullet aims for flatter trajectories
Flex Tip
Helps reduce primer risk in
1800 Fps
Muzzle velocity listed for this
Five-round Box
Suits focused slug hunting use
Key Features
- Designed for fully rifled 20 gauge slug guns
- Uses Hornady FTX bullet design with Flex Tip
- 20 gauge, 2.75-inch slug load
- Muzzle velocity listed at 1800 fps
- Packaged 5 rounds per box
Best Used For
- Hunters using fully rifled 20 gauge slug guns for dedicated slug-season setups.
- Deer hunters wanting a 20 gauge load built for precise shot placement.
- Shooters who prefer a compact five-round box for limited, deliberate practice.
- Users of tube-magazine shotguns needing a Flex Tip bullet design.
Specifications
| Bullet Type | FTX |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 250 GR |
| Caliber | 20 Gauge |
| Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1800 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 5 |
| Shell Length | 2.75" |
Pros
- Designed for fully rifled 20 gauge slug guns
- Hornady FTX bullet aims for flatter trajectories
- Flex Tip helps reduce primer risk in tube magazines
- 1800 fps muzzle velocity listed for this load
- Five-round box suits focused slug hunting use
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for fully rifled 20 gauge slug guns, so it is not a general-purpose shotgun load for smoothbore setups.
- The box contains only 5 rounds, which is convenient for sight-in or limited use but means more frequent restocking for extended shooting.
- At 2.75 inches, it is specific to firearms chambered for that shell length and should be matched carefully to the gun’s chambering.
- The product is built around Hornady’s FTX bullet design, but the provided data does not specify terminal performance details beyond the stated muzzle velocity of 1800 fps.
Suggested Comparisons
- Slug gun ammunition
- 20 gauge hunting loads
- Rifled barrel shotgun ammunition
- Deer hunting ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Shotgun cleaning kit
- Hearing protection
- Shooting rest
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this SST slug intended for a rifled shotgun barrel?
Yes. The product description says Hornady SST Shotgun Slugs are designed for fully rifled 12 or 20 gauge slug guns.
What gauge and load is this product?
It is a 20 gauge product, listed as 2.75" and 250 GR.
How many rounds come in a box?
There are 5 rounds per box.
What bullet type does Hornady list for this slug?
Hornady lists the bullet type as FTX.
What muzzle velocity is provided in the product data?
The listed muzzle velocity is 1800 fps.