Defense Shotshells - 20 Ga, 2-3/4", 3 Bk, 17 Pel, 1140 Fps, 5/bx

Barnes Bullets Defense Shotshells in 20 gauge deliver controlled, dependable buckshot performance for home defense and tactical applications. These 2-3/4" shells load 17 pellets of 3 buckshot at a proven 1140 fps, generating sufficient energy for effective stopping power while managing recoil in a platform designed for faster follow-up shots.

The 17-pellet payload at 1140 feet per second represents a tighter, more predictable spread pattern compared to larger buckshot loads. This velocity maintains energy transfer at typical defensive distances while the reduced recoil impulse—inherent to 20 gauge versus 12 gauge—allows shooters to maintain target sight picture during rapid engagements. Each box contains five shotshells, packaged for reliable feeding in semi-automatic and pump shotguns configured for defensive use.

Operators and homeowners working with 20 gauge defensive shotguns—particularly those prioritizing reduced recoil without sacrificing terminal performance—select these loads for duty and self-defense scenarios. The 20 gauge platform appeals to shooters managing extended strings of fire, training repetitions, and secondary users in household defense plans. This ammunition complements both tactical shotgun training and real-world readiness applications where pellet density and velocity consistency matter.

Barnes Bullets maintains a reputation for manufacturing ammunition to consistent tolerances, and these defense-specific loads represent purpose-built ammunition rather than general-purpose shot shells. Verify compatibility with your specific shotgun platform before purchase, particularly with magazine-fed semi-automatics, which may have capacity or geometry preferences.