Hrndy Cd 12ga 00 Buck 10/100

Hornady Critical Defense 12ga 00 Buck ammunition delivers consistent, lethal performance in defensive shotgun applications where stopping power and reliability are non-negotiable. This load pairs Hornady's proven buckshot technology with the Critical Defense platform, engineered specifically for barrier-blind terminal performance in home defense, patrol duty, and tactical scenarios where environmental conditions cannot be controlled.

The 12-gauge 00 buckshot load delivers eight 00-caliber pellets per round, each traveling at velocities engineered for consistent expansion and deep penetration through intermediate barriers. The 2-3/4-inch shell length is standard for tactical shotguns and pump-action platforms, offering compatibility across the broadest range of defensive shotgun designs. Hornady's Critical Defense line addresses the reality that defensive encounters rarely occur in ideal conditions—this ammunition performs reliably through clothing, drywall, and other environmental variables that would compromise standard buckshot loads.

Each box contains 10 rounds, a practical quantity for establishing a home defense load or conducting tactical training and qualification protocols. The 10-round format supports both storage density and the reality of typical defensive shotgun use—a cylinder load of eight rounds plus two backup rounds represents the standard defensive ammunition complement for most tactical applications. This ammunition is built for the operator or defensive shooter who demands predictable terminal ballistics without compromise.

Critical Defense shotgun ammunition represents the evolution of defensive buckshot design, incorporating terminal performance research from real-world defensive incidents. Operators selecting 12-gauge for duty or defensive carry benefit from ammunition specifically optimized for the stopping performance required in serious-use scenarios, backed by Hornady's reputation in the defensive ammunition market.