Winchester Super-X Ammunition 12 Gauge 3" Buffered #1 Buckshot 24 Pellets Box of 5

Winchester Super-X Ammunition 12 gauge 3" buffered #1 buckshot delivers serious performance for home defense and hunting applications where you need controlled patterns and reliable energy downrange. The 24-pellet load packs substantial stopping power in a format that's been refined to handle multiple firing scenarios with consistency. Whether you're setting up a defensive plan or working a hunting situation, this ammunition is built to perform when it matters.

The buffering system in these shells is engineered to reduce felt recoil while maintaining the tight, predictable patterns that make buckshot effective. That means less punishment on your shoulder between shots and better recovery for follow-up accuracy—critical factors whether you're at the range developing proficiency or in a real situation where second shots count. Winchester's reputation for ammunition reliability isn't hype; it's built on decades of hunting and law enforcement use.

You get five rounds per box, which makes Winchester Super-X buckshot practical for practice sessions, pattern testing, or keeping loaded for immediate use. The 3-inch hull and #1 pellet size give you the ballistic package Winchester engineered for this load, so you know what you're getting in terms of performance characteristics and felt behavior in your shotgun.

Key Features

• 24 pellets per shell for substantial payload
• Buffered design reduces recoil and improves pattern consistency
• 3-inch magnum hull
• #1 buckshot pellets
• Packaged in convenient 5-round boxes

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What shotguns will this Winchester buckshot work in?

These are 3-inch shells, so they'll function in any 12-gauge shotgun rated for 3-inch magnums. Always verify your shotgun's chamber length before loading—some shotguns are restricted to 2.75-inch shells only.

How many pellets are in each shell?

Each round contains 24 #1 buckshot pellets.

Is this ammunition suitable for home defense and hunting?

The Winchester Super-X Buckshot line is designed for both defensive and hunting applications. #1 buckshot with buffering provides controlled patterns and manageable recoil in scenarios where buckshot performance is appropriate.

What does "buffered" mean on this ammunition?

Buffering material in the shell reduces pellet deformation during firing, which helps maintain tight, consistent shot patterns and decreases felt recoil compared to unbuffered loads.