Hrndy Aw 12ga 2.75" 325gr Slug 5/100

The Hornady American Whitetail 12 Gauge 2.75" 325-grain slug is purpose-built for fully rifled shotgun barrels, delivering consistent accuracy and terminal performance out to 200+ yards. Loaded with Hornady's proven InterLock bullet technology, this slug combines a hollow-point serrated design with a tough lead-alloy core to initiate rapid, controlled expansion upon impact—the ballistic foundation for ethical, effective medium-to-large game hunting.

The 325-grain projectile weight delivers substantial momentum and energy retention necessary for penetration through heavy bone and muscle structure. A rigid polycarbonate sabot ensures the slug engages the rifled bore for superior accuracy compared to traditional smoothbore slugs, while the hollow-point serrated geometry promotes consistent expansion across varying impact velocities. Muzzle velocity of approximately 1,825 feet per second balances downrange energy with recoil management in a 12-gauge platform. This ballistic envelope positions the American Whitetail slug as a reliable choice for whitetail-sized game across Midwestern hunting conditions where slug-only regulations apply.

American Whitetail slugs are engineered for hunters operating rifled-barrel shotguns in jurisdictions where rifle hunting is restricted or prohibited. The 2.75" chamber length fits standard 12-gauge pump and semi-automatic shotguns without requiring 3" magnum ammunition, simplifying logistics and reducing unnecessary recoil. Five rounds per box makes this a practical choice for practice, sighting verification, and field hunting across a season. Hornady's InterLock construction has established a track record in centerfire rifle ammunition; the slug variant applies this terminal design to shotgun ballistics.

Rifled-barrel slug guns occupy a distinct niche between traditional smoothbore shotgun slugs and dedicated slug rifles. Accuracy potential reaches levels unattainable with saboted smoothbore designs, though trajectory remains distinctly shotgun-like compared to rifle cartridges. The American Whitetail slug addresses hunters seeking precision in this category without transitioning to alternative platforms or ammunition types.