Hornady Critical Defense 12 gauge 2.75-inch buckshot with 8 pellets of 00 buck at 1600 fps. Features Versatite wad technology for tight patterns in semi-auto and pump shotguns without modification.
Hornady Critical Defense ammunition represents the pinnacle of shotgun-based personal defense. This 12 gauge load delivers proven stopping power through carefully engineered ballistics and innovative wad technology.
The Versatite wad system is the heart of this ammunition's performance. It delivers tight, consistent shot patterns every single time—without requiring any modifications to your shotgun. This consistency is critical in defensive situations where precision matters.
Critical Defense loads are specifically engineered to function reliably in both semi-automatic and pump-action shotguns. You can trust this ammunition to perform when it matters most, regardless of environmental conditions or the specific shotgun platform you're using.
Hornady's Critical Defense line has earned its reputation through rigorous testing and real-world reliability. This buckshot load represents the same commitment to quality and performance that defines the entire Critical Defense family.