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Hornady American Whitetail 12 Gauge 2 3/4" 325 Grain Sabot Slug 5 Rounds
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SKU: WX2*0619443
Overview
Built for hunters using fully rifled barrels, this sabot slug is intended for accurate shot placement on whitetail deer at extended ranges. Its hollow-point, serrated design is described as promoting rapid expansion on impact, while the InterLock ring is included to help keep the core and jacket working together for controlled expansion. The rigid polycarbonate sabot and buffer disc are part of the design for uniform opening without sacrificing accuracy. It is a specialized shotgun load for hunters who want a purpose-driven slug option for deer season, with the trade-off that it is meant for rifled-barrel use rather than general shotgun applications.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Maximum Accuracy
Lethality in fully rifled barrels
Hollow-point Serrated
Design initiates rapid expansion upon
Tough Lead-alloy
Core is described as effective
Rigid Polycarbonate
Buffer disc supports uniform opening
Interlock Ring
Is stated to help control
Key Features
- Designed for maximum accuracy and lethality from fully rifled barrels.
- Hollow-point serrated design initiates rapid expansion on impact.
- 325 grain sabot slug with a tough lead-alloy core.
- Rigid polycarbonate sabot with buffer disc helps open uniformly.
- InterLock ring is designed to lock core and jacket together.
- Pack includes 5 rounds of 12 gauge 2 3/4" sabot slugs.
Best Used For
- Hunters using fully rifled barrels for whitetail-focused slug hunting
- Shotgun users wanting sabot slugs designed for accuracy at extended ranges
- Those needing a 325 grain slug for controlled expansion on deer-sized game
- Midwestern whitetail hunters seeking a dedicated sabot slug load
- Shooters who prefer a rigid polycarbonate sabot and hollow-point design
Specifications
| Accuracy Feature | Rigid polycarb sabot |
|---|---|
| Buffer Disc | Exclusive buffer disc |
| Bullet Design | Hollow-point serrated design |
| Bullet Weight | 325 Grain |
| Core Material | Lead-alloy core |
| Designed For | Fully rifled barrels |
| Effective Range | 200+ yards |
| Expansion Type | Rapid expansion |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Inter Lock Ring | Yes |
| Lethality Claim | Lethality out to 200+ yards |
| Round Count | 5 Rounds |
| Sabot Material | Polycarbonate sabot |
| Shell Length | 2 3/4" |
| Slug Type | Sabot Slug |
| Weight Retention | Controlled expansion combined with excellent weight retention |
Pros
- Designed for maximum accuracy and lethality in fully rifled barrels
- Hollow-point serrated design initiates rapid expansion upon impact
- Tough lead-alloy core is described as effective out to 200+ yards
- Rigid polycarbonate sabot with buffer disc supports uniform opening
- InterLock ring is stated to help control expansion and weight retention
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for fully rifled barrels, so it is not a universal choice for every 12 gauge setup.
- Built around a sabot slug design, which means performance is tied to the correct barrel and ammunition pairing.
- The 2 3/4" 325 grain load is purpose-specific rather than a general-purpose shotgun round.
- Pack count is 5 rounds, which is a modest quantity for sight-in and practice use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Shotgun slug ammunition
- Rifled-barrel shotgun loads
- Whitetail deer hunting ammunition
- Sabot slug ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Shotgun cleaning kit
- Rifled shotgun barrel
- Shooting rest
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this slug intended for rifled barrels or smoothbore shotguns?
The product description says these sabot slugs are designed to deliver maximum accuracy and lethality out of fully rifled barrels.
What gauge and shell length is this load?
It is a 12 gauge, 2 3/4 inch load.
How many rounds come in the box?
The product title lists 5 rounds.
What kind of bullet design does Hornady describe here?
Hornady describes it as a hollow-point, serrated 325 grain sabot slug with an InterLock ring and a tough lead-alloy core.
Does the source give an exact effective range?
The description says the slug is lethal out to 200+ yards, but no more specific range details are provided.