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Vor-Tx Shotshell 12 Gauge Expander Tipped Slug Shotgun Ammo - Vor-Tx 12 Gauge 2-3/4'''' 438gr Tipped Sabot Slug 5/Box
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SKU: 105004683
Overview
Built for hunters who want a slug load suited to demanding big-game use, this 12 gauge 2-3/4" tipped sabot slug is described as opening on impact into six petals to create a wide wound channel. The load is also presented as functioning terminally at low velocities, with a high-velocity, flat-trajectory profile for shots where that matters. Its engineered nose cavity is intended to expand quickly and penetrate deeply, making it a practical option when the goal is a clean, decisive take on game. Packaged 5 per box, it comes from Barnes Bullets under the Vor-Tx line.
Why Hunters Choose the Barnes Bullets
All-copper Expander
An engineered nose cavity
Opens Into
Six petals to create a
High Weight
Retention helps sustain momentum through
Designed Function
Terminally at low velocities
High Velocity
Flat trajectory for shotgun slug
Key Features
- All-copper Expander Tipped slug design
- Opens on impact into six razor-sharp petals
- Engineered nose cavity expands to double diameter
- High weight retention helps sustain bullet momentum
- Slug functions terminally at low velocities
- High velocity with flat trajectory
Best Used For
- Hunters using 12 gauge shotguns for slug hunting where controlled expansion is a priority.
- Game hunters wanting a sabot slug designed to function at low velocities.
- Shooters seeking a flat-trajectory slug load for longer-range shotgun setups.
- Users focused on clean, humane takedowns of game with deep penetration.
- Hunters who prefer a 5-round box for range work or field carry.
Specifications
| Expands Into | Six petals |
|---|---|
| Expansion Claim | Instantly expands to double diameter |
| Gauge | 12 Gauge |
| Material | All-copper |
| Nose Cavity | Engineered nose cavity |
| Penetration Claim | Penetrates deep |
| Projectile Type | Tipped Sabot Slug |
| Projectile Weight | 438 gr |
| Quantity | 5/Box |
| Shell Length | 2-3/4 in |
| Terminal Performance | Functions terminally at low velocities |
| Trajectory | High velocity with flat trajectory |
Pros
- All-copper Expander Tipped design with an engineered nose cavity
- Opens into six petals to create a wide wound channel
- High weight retention helps sustain momentum through the target
- Designed to function terminally at low velocities
- High velocity with flat trajectory for shotgun slug use
- Packaged as 12 gauge 2-3/4 inch 438-grain sabot slugs, 5 per box
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a 12 gauge 2-3/4" sabot slug, so it is intended for compatible shotgun setups rather than general-purpose use.
- The tipped, expanding design is built around terminal performance on game, which may be more specialized than a non-expanding slug for other applications.
- Because the product is sold in a 5-round box, it is a relatively small quantity for hunters who want to sight in and stock up at the same time.
- The description emphasizes performance at low velocities and a flat trajectory, but practical results will still depend on the shotgun, choke, and range used.
Suggested Comparisons
- 12 Gauge Sabot Slugs
- Copper Slug Ammunition
- Deer Hunting Shotgun Ammo
- Tipped Slug Loads
Suggested Accessories
- Ammunition storage box
- Shotgun cleaning kit
- Hearing protection
- Shooting rest
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this slug designed to do on impact?
According to the product description, the all-copper Expander Tipped slug opens on impact into six petals and is designed to create a wide wound channel.
Is this ammo described as suitable for lower-velocity use?
Yes. The source states that the slug functions terminally at low velocities.
What gauge and load details are provided?
The title identifies it as 12 gauge, 2-3/4 inch, 438 grain, tipped sabot slug ammunition, packaged 5 per box.
Does the product description mention trajectory characteristics?
Yes. It says the slug has high velocity with flat trajectory.
Who is the manufacturer listed in the source data?
The manufacturer listed is Barnes Bullets.