12 Gauge Shotgun Shells For Sale

Name: Federal 12 Gauge Ammo - 250 Rounds of 1-1/8 oz. #7-1/2 Shot (Lead) Ammunition
Brand: Federal
Price: 87.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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12 gauge ammo is ideal for hunting and target shooting. These shells deliver consistent patterns and reliable ignition, providing the firepower you need for the field and the range. Explore our selection of 12 gauge shotshells, including 00 buck, #4 buck, and rifled slugs, to find the perfect round for your needs. Serious shotgunners can save money by purchasing bulk 12 gauge ammo. Learn More

Overview of 12 Gauge Shotgun Shells

The 12 gauge is the most used shotgun shell today, and it has existed in its current cartridge configuration since the late 1800s. Twelve gauge rounds, often seen as 12ga, are used in various situations, including hunting birds and small game, recreational shooting, and home defense.

These ammunitions provide various options in close quarters but don’t perform well at long-distance shots because the projectiles quickly lose their velocity; they require a close-range target, typically 45 yards or less. Shooters who need more reach often turn to 12 gauge rifled slugs, which extend a smoothbore shotgun's effective range well beyond buckshot.

What are the most popular 12 Gauge brands you sell?

For those looking to buy in bulk, check out our 100 rounds of 12 gauge shotgun shells for better value on larger quantities. A top choice for many hunters and home defenders is Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge ammo, known for its reliability across birdshot, buckshot, and slug loads.

The left sidebar allows you to filter our entire selection to see which brands we currently have in stock and available using the Manufacturers filter. You can also filter by attributes such as Pellet Type, Load Weight, Shell Length, and Shot Material to find what you need.

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Best 12 Gauge Ammo for Specific Uses

Use Case	Details
Best 12 Gauge Ammo For Deer Hunting	Best Overall: Federal Power Shok 1 oz Rifled Slug. Runner-Up: Hornady American Gunner Reduced Recoil 1 oz Rifled Slug.
Best 12 Gauge Ammo For Home Defense	Best Overall: Federal LE FliteControl 00 Buck. Runner-Up: Hornady American Gunner Reduced Recoil 1 oz Rifled Slug.

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Customer Reviews

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Winchester Super-X 12 Gauge Ammo - 250 Rounds of 00 Buck Ammunition

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Fed said:
Basically a perfect deal, my fiat currency went farther than expected!
Danny said:
The best ammo for a 12 gauge shotgun. Fast delivery and a great price! Nice discount as well. I will only purchase from here from now on!
Jt said:
Would buy again.

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Federal 12 Gauge Ammo - 175 Rounds of #00 Buck Ammunition

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sixftmoose said:
I have always trusted Federal ammo to be good quality and this 12 gauge ammo once again proves to me that Federal knows what they are doing when it comes to making ammo! I have had no problems what so ever with any of the ammo I purchased from Ammo.com and I'm a life long customer after dealing with them, the ammo arrived quickly and has served its purpose. I used the ammo in my brand new Mossberg 500 and it cycled properly with no problems, consistent pattern, reasonable recoil and came in a handy little ammo can in great shape (Nice little bonus if you ask me!) I would recommend this ammo to anyone looking for a good quality 00 Buck.
Hondobob said:
I've gone through two cans of this excellent shotgun ammo without complaint. It cycles just fine in my old Winchester 1897, High Standard Supermatic, and a Norinco clone of the Colt 1878 side-by-side. Good patterns and power with manageable recoil. Some ammo cans are loaded with 25-round boxes, others with smaller boxes, but always a total of 175 rounds. An excellent choice for hunting or defense. I'm buying more when it's available.

Federal 12 Gauge Ammo - 250 Rounds of 1-1/8 oz. #7-1/2 Shot (Lead) Ammunition

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Smoke said:
Great reliable ammunition

Federal 12 Gauge Ammo - 250 Rounds of 1-1/8 oz. #8 Shot Ammunition

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JimC said:
Not an expert of shot shells but I do like the brand. Clean, no loading problems. Good prices too.
Justin said:
When I went to shoot the number eight shot after shooting seven and a half shot there was no malfunctions no bad shooting or anything went really well it planked really well at the range and will most likely be buying another set of 250 or maybe 500

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froggie said:
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James said:
I was completely satisfied with every step of the selection and purchase. Delivery was fast and product was as advertised.
Mike said:
Shot this through a VR-80 and another auto-loader. Never cycled in the VR-80 and sometimes it did in the other one.

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Ocuzzoo said:
The best quality for your bucks

Federal 12 Gauge Ammo - 250 Rounds of 1 oz. #7-1/2 Shot (Lead) Ammunition

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2x said:
Took a box 250 rounds shells performance was outstanding! well done

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CW said:
Scheduled for Sporting Clay with grandkid at resort . . . great purchase, good quality load!

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Crypsis said:
Ammo.com did not disappoint me, and this was my 1st purchase. Fast delivery, shipping updates, great price on these shells and I have not had a single issue cycling these through my Tri-Star KRX Tactical shotgun.
Scott said:
Delivery was great

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Stars and Stripes 12 Gauge Ammo - 250 Rounds of 1-1/8 oz. #7-1/2 Shot Ammunition

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Noles said:
This product was very good it cycles through SB3 and 2 very well

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Zip Waytt said:
The pattern was awesome. The shot had no problem hitting the target and knocking them down.
Zip Waytt said:
The pattern was awesome. The shot had no problem hitting the target and knocking them down.

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Mike said:
FedEx either dropped it off on the street or FedEx employee stole the package. I will never order online again

Bullet Points: 12 Gauge Ammo

The most used shotgun to this day, the 12 gauge shell has existed in its current cartridge configuration since the late 1800s.
From brass to paper to plastic hulls, shotgun ammo technology grew rapidly in the first half of the 20th century. This evolution also brought the iconic Model 500 pump shotgun.
The use of 12 gauge for self defense is growing once again, and specialty ammo is being produced to provide low recoil, buckshot combinations and smaller pellets. When it comes to the 12 gauge versus handguns, the 12 gauge wins with quicker proficiency, greater accuracy, more energy and less issues with over-penetration.

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Overview of 12 Gauge Shotgun Shells

What are the most popular 12 Gauge brands you sell?

What are the most popular Buck Shot types you sell?

Best 12 Gauge Ammo for Specific Uses

Customer Reviews