Hornady American Whitetail 12 Gauge 2¾” 325gr InterLock Slug 5rd 86271

Hornady American Whitetail 12 Gauge 325gr InterLock slug ammunition is designed to deliver accurate and dependable shotgun hunting performance. These slugs are built using premium components and carefully balanced propellants to provide consistent ignition and reliable field performance.

At the center of this load is Hornady’s 325-grain InterLock® projectile, engineered with a mechanical InterLock ring that locks the core and jacket together. This design helps deliver controlled expansion, high weight retention, and dependable terminal performance on medium to large game animals.

The slug features a hollow point serrated design that initiates expansion upon impact while maintaining structural integrity for deep penetration and strong energy transfer. The rigid polycarbonate sabot helps stabilize the projectile when fired through fully rifled shotgun barrels, improving accuracy and consistency.

With a muzzle velocity of approximately 1825 feet per second, this slug provides strong downrange energy and effective range for deer hunting, making it a reliable choice for whitetail hunters using modern slug guns.

Key Features
325gr InterLock® hollow point sabot slug
Designed for rifled barrel slug guns
Controlled expansion and high weight retention
Rigid polycarbonate sabot for improved accuracy
Built for reliable deer hunting performance

Manufacturer Specifications
Manufacturer: Hornady
Product Line: American Whitetail
Part Number: 86271
Gauge: 12 Gauge
Shell Length: 2¾ Inches
Projectile Type: InterLock Sabot Slug
Bullet Weight: 325 Grain
Rounds Per Box: 5
Muzzle Velocity: 1825 fps
Muzzle Energy: 2403 ft-lbs
Application: Hunting

FAQ

What barrel type should be used with this slug?
This sabot slug is designed for shotguns with fully rifled barrels for best accuracy.

What game is this slug designed for?
This load is intended for whitetail deer and other medium to large game animals.

What is the InterLock bullet design?
The InterLock® ring mechanically locks the bullet core and jacket together, helping maintain weight retention and controlled expansion.

How many shells come in a box?
Hornady packages this ammunition in 5-round boxes.

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