.410 3″ 000 Buck 15 Pellet Buckshot – 25 Round Box

Description

If you're running a .410 for defense or close-range applications, you need ammunition that maximizes what the platform can deliver. These 3-inch shells are loaded with 15 pellets of 000 buckshot at 984 fps, which is a remarkably high pellet count for the .410 bore. Each pellet measures approximately .36 inches in diameter, striking that balance between delivering multiple projectiles and retaining enough individual mass for effective penetration.

Sellier & Bellot 000 Buckshot Performance

The real appeal here is the payload. Getting 15 pellets of large buckshot into a .410 shell is no small feat, and that density creates what you need at close range. The 11/16 oz shot weight combined with the higher pellet count means you're spreading more lead downrange than you'd get from most other .410 buckshot loads. This translates to a wider pattern and more impact points where it matters, especially within typical defensive distances of under 20 yards.

Why These .410 Shells Make Sense

The .410 gets a lot of criticism, but loads like this one address its real limitation: putting enough projectiles on target. The heavier recoil-free handling compared to 12 or 20 gauge makes follow-up shots easier, and the compact size of .410 firearms means they work in tight spaces. The plastic hull construction with brass-capped primers keeps things durable, while the plastic wad ensures consistent patterns. You're getting 25 rounds per box, which gives you a solid baseline for patterning or keeping reserve ammunition.

What to Expect

These are built for close-quarters use where shot placement matters more than range. You'll see tight patterns out to about 20-25 yards before dispersion becomes a factor. The muzzle velocity of 984 fps provides adequate energy transfer within defensive ranges. Sellier & Bellot manufactured these on their Elite Protection line, which means you're getting consistent components and reliable ignition.