{"product_id":"win-defender-12ga-2-75-2-25-250","title":"Winchester Ammunition, DEFENDER, 12 Gauge 2.75\", #2, 1 1\/8 oz, Lead Shot   (25 Round Box)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWinchester Ammunition, DEFENDER, 12 Gauge 2.75\", #2, 1 1\/8 oz, Lead Shot, 25 Round Box\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Winchester PDX1 12 Defender is a 2.75-inch shell designed for home defense. It combines a 1 oz Foster rifled slug with three pellets of plated 00 buckshot, delivering a muzzle velocity of 1150 fps. This unique combination of a slug and buckshot provides both penetration and stopping power, making it an excellent choice for home defense scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"specifications\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBullet Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foster Rifled Slug and Plated 00 Buckshot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 oz (slug) and 00 buckshot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBullet Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1150 fps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies depending on the type of target and the environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"features\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Winchester PDX1 12 Defender's slug has a higher velocity than most buckshot loads, which enhances its penetration capabilities. The Foster rifled slug is designed to penetrate deeply into targets, similar to a hollow-point bullet in smaller calibers. The three pellets of plated 00 buckshot add to the shell's stopping power, especially against multiple targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"performance\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInitial Penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e The slug starts penetrating immediately, providing deep penetration and a large wound channel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragmentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The buckshot pellets are designed to fragment upon impact, increasing their effectiveness against soft targets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrajectory:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shell has a flat trajectory, making it suitable for close-range engagements where accuracy is critical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"ballistic-data\"\u003eBallistic Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The shell's trajectory drops significantly after 50 yards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind drift is minimal due to the shell's high ballistic coefficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBullet Trajectory:\u003c\/strong\u003e The slug and buckshot pellets follow a similar trajectory, ensuring that both components hit the target at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"best-use\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Defense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for close-range home defense scenarios where a combination of penetration and stopping power is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersonal Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for personal protection when accuracy and stopping power are crucial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendations\"\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse in a Reliable Shotgun:\u003c\/strong\u003e The PDX1 12 Defender works best when used in a reliable shotgun with a smooth bore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice Regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practicing with this ammunition type is essential to ensure proper handling and accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck Regulations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Familiarize yourself with local laws and regulations regarding the use of this ammunition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Winchester Ammunition","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44902273450203,"sku":"WNS122PD25","price":39.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/1072\/7131\/files\/179966058.webp?v=1730983291","url":"https:\/\/www.atcostammo.com\/products\/win-defender-12ga-2-75-2-25-250","provider":"AtCostAmmo.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}