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The Hornady SST FTX 20 gauge sabot slug is built for shooters who want rifle-like accuracy from their shotgun. This 250-grain load pairs a streamlined FTX bullet with a sabot design that delivers sub-2 inch groups at 100 yards when fired through fully rifled barrels. The polymer Flex Tip initiates expansion across all velocities, meaning you get reliable terminal performance whether you're shooting at 50 yards or stretching it out to 150.
The sharp point of the FTX bullet increases the ballistic coefficient, which is why these slugs fly faster and flatter than traditional designs. At 1800 fps muzzle velocity, this load delivers approximately 1200 foot-pounds of energy at 100 yards. That energy retention is critical when you're reaching past 100 yards where standard lead slugs lose steam quickly. The sabot design keeps the projectile centered in the bore as it exits, and once it separates from the sabot, the bare slug flies with minimal wobble.
These are engineered specifically for fully rifled 20 gauge barrels. Using them in a smooth bore barrel will waste their accuracy potential and your money. Pair them with a scoped rifled barrel 20 gauge and you've got a hunting setup that honestly rivals some centerfire rifles in terms of precision at practical hunting distances. The flat trajectory means less holdover adjustment between ranges, which matters when you're trying to place a clean shot on game.
These are designed specifically for fully rifled barrels only. Using sabot slugs in a smooth bore wastes the accuracy advantage they offer and doesn't give them proper stabilization. Sabot slugs in rifled barrels will group at 2 inches or tighter at 100 yards, but in a smooth bore you'll lose that precision. Match your slug type to your barrel for best results.
With a rifled barrel and decent optics, you can effectively hunt deer out to 150 yards and reach accurate hits at 200 yards if you practice. The flat trajectory and energy retention to 100 yards make these reliable for extending your effective range well beyond what traditional lead slugs can do. Most hunting situations won't require pushing it that far, but these slugs deliver the ballistics to do it.
The flexible polymer tip compresses on impact and initiates controlled expansion across a wide velocity range. This means the slug expands reliably whether it strikes at close range or after traveling 150+ yards where velocity has dropped. The design also adds to the ballistic coefficient, helping the slug maintain velocity and energy downrange compared to flat-nosed alternatives.
Yes, the 250-grain FTX sabot slug is suitable for deer and hog hunting with proper shot placement. The 1200 foot-pounds of energy at 100 yards delivers solid terminal performance on medium-sized game. Your effective range depends on your shooting skill and your rifle scope setup, but these have the ballistics and energy to be effective hunting ammunition.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 250 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | 20 Gauge |
| Cost per Round | 3.40 |
| Grains | 250 gr |
| Length | 2.75" |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 86232 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Sabot Slug |
| Shipping Weight | 0.35 |
| Shot Size | FTX Slug |
| Units per Box | 5 |
| UPC | 090255862324 |
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