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Hornady 86243 Varmint Express 12 Gauge 2.75" 24 Pellets 4 Buck 10 Rounds
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SKU: 86243-090255862430
Overview
Built for semi-auto and pump shotguns, this 12 gauge load is set up for hunters looking for a straightforward option for coyote hunting on property. The 2-3/4" shell carries 24 pellets of #4 buckshot and uses Hornady’s Versatite wad, which is intended to work without shotgun modification or specialized chokes. It is described as patterning well with Improved Cylinder or Modified chokes, giving hunters a tight, uniform pattern for close-range predator work. Packaged 10 rounds per box, it’s a practical choice when you want a purpose-built varmint load for the field.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Semi-auto Pump
Shotguns for proper functioning
2-3/4-inch Shell
24 pellets of #4 buckshot
Versatite Wad
Works without shotgun modification or
Patterns Well
Improved Cylinder or Modified choke
10-round Box
Practical supply for hunting trips
Key Features
- 12 Gauge Varmint Express ammunition for semi-auto and pump shotguns
- 2.75-inch shell loaded with 24 pellets of #4 buckshot
- Versatite wad is designed to work without shotgun modification or specialized chokes
- Patterns well with Improved Cylinder or Modified chokes
- Muzzle velocity listed at 1350 fps
- 10 rounds per box with plastic casing
Best Used For
- Hunters targeting coyotes on property where a 12-gauge buckshot load is appropriate
- Semi-auto or pump shotgun users wanting ammunition loaded for proper functioning
- Shooters using Improved Cylinder or Modified chokes with Versatite wad compatibility
- Hunters seeking a 2-3/4-inch 4 buck load in a 10-round box
Specifications
| Caliber | 12 Gauge |
|---|---|
| Casing | Plastic |
| Choke Compatibility | Improved Cylinder or Modified choke |
| Designed For | Semi-auto and pump shotguns |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1350 fps |
| Rounds Per Box | 10 |
| Shell Length | 2.75" |
| Shot Count | 24 Pellets |
| Shot Size | 4 Buck |
| Type | Lead |
| Upc | 090255862430 |
| Wad | Versatite wad |
Pros
- Designed for semi-auto and pump shotguns for proper functioning
- 2-3/4-inch shell with 24 pellets of #4 buckshot
- Versatite wad works without shotgun modification or specialized chokes
- Patterns well with Improved Cylinder or Modified choke
- 10-round box offers a practical supply for hunting trips
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a 2-3/4" load, so it is intended for shotguns chambered for that shell length.
- The load is described as working well with Improved Cylinder or Modified chokes; users relying on other choke setups may need to verify suitability for their shotgun.
- It is packaged as a 10-round box, which may be a smaller quantity than some hunters prefer for range work or extended preparation.
- The product is specifically described for semi-auto and pump shotguns, so fit and function should be checked against the firearm type in use.
Suggested Comparisons
- 12 gauge buckshot ammunition
- coyote hunting ammunition
- pump and semi-auto shotgun loads
- improved cylinder and modified choke shotgun loads
Suggested Accessories
- Improved Cylinder choke tube
- Modified choke tube
- Shotgun shell carrier
- Ammunition storage box
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Hornady Varmint Express load intended for semi-auto and pump shotguns?
Yes. The product description says it is designed for semi-auto and pump shotguns to help ensure proper functioning.
What shell length and shot count does this load use?
It is a 2-3/4" shell loaded with 24 pellets of #4 buckshot.
Does this ammunition require a special choke or shotgun modification?
No. The description says the Versatite wad does not require shotgun modification or specialized chokes.
What choke types are listed as compatible with this load?
The description says it patterns well with an Improved Cylinder or Modified choke.
How many rounds come in a box, and what muzzle velocity is listed?
Each box contains 10 rounds, and the listed muzzle velocity is 1350 fps.