Will these Sellier & Bellot 28-gauge shells fit in my older side-by-side shotgun with 2½-inch chambers?

No, these are 2¾-inch (70 mm) shells and are strictly incompatible with older 2½-inch (65 mm) 28-gauge chambers. Firing a 70 mm shell in a short chamber creates severe over-pressure risks, so always verify your shotgun's chamber length before purchase.

Can I use this lead shot ammunition for duck hunting in Australian wetlands?

No, traditional lead shot is prohibited for use in Australian wetland areas and public hunting zones where non-toxic shot mandates are active. This load features a lead payload and must be restricted to approved upland or clay target environments.

What is the effective downrange distance for the 2.0 mm #9 shot in this 28-gram load?

The manufacturer and ballistics data place the ideal effective working range between 15 and 30 metres. Because the light 2.0 mm pellets have low individual kinetic mass, they shed velocity rapidly and are not recommended for shots beyond 30 to 35 metres.

What licensing requirements apply when purchasing this ammunition in Australia?

Purchasing and possessing this ammunition requires a valid Australian State or Territory firearms licence endorsed for the 28-gauge calibre. You will also need to comply with your local state regulations regarding ammunition storage and acquisition.

28 Gauge Shotshell - Sellier Bellot V140102

The Sellier & Bellot RED 28 Gauge 2¾” (28/70) #9 Shotshell Ammunition is a specialised lead-shot cartridge engineered for sub-gauge shotguns with standard 70 mm chambers. Featuring a heavy 28-gram (~1 oz) payload of 2.0 mm (#9) lead shot, this ammunition delivers high pellet counts and dense pattern coverage at a muzzle velocity (V2) of 370 m/s (~1,214 fps). Constructed with a red plastic hull, an 8.0 mm brass head, a plastic wad with shot cup, and a 6-point star crimp, it provides uniform ballistic performance for close-range clay shooting disciplines and light upland hunting across an optimal working distance of 15 to 30 metres.

Key Features

Heavy Sub-Gauge Payload: Delivers a 28 g payload, providing maximum pellet density for the 28-gauge platform.
Fine Shot Diameter: Utilises 2.0 mm (#9) lead pellets to ensure full target coverage without causing excessive tissue damage to small game.
Consistent Ballistics: Achieves a muzzle velocity of 370 m/s with a plastic shot cup wad for reliable downrange pattern consistency.
Standard Chamber Compatibility: Built to 70 mm (2¾") dimensions with an 8.0 mm brass head and clean-crimped plastic hull.
Lightweight Field Carry: Weighs approximately 1.0 kg per 25-round box, reducing carry weight during long field walks.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Sellier & Bellot (S&B)
Manufacturer SKU: V140102
Calibre / Gauge: 28 Gauge (28/70)
Shell Length: 70 mm (2¾ inches)
Shot Payload: 28 grams
Shot Size: #9 (UK / US)
Shot Diameter: 2.0 mm
Shot Material: Lead (Pb)
Muzzle Velocity (V2): 370 m/s (~1,214 fps)
Wad Type: Plastic wad with integral shot cup
Hull & Crimp: Red plastic tube, 8.0 mm brass head, 6-point star crimp
Packaging: 25 rounds per box

Who is the S&B Sellier & Bellot 28 Gauge 2¾” #9 Shotshell Ammo for?

Skeet and close-range sporting clays shooters — Requires high pellet volume to reliably break standard and midi clay targets within 15 to 30 metres, delivered by the 28-gram payload of 2.0 mm (#9) shot travelling at 370 m/s in this 28-gauge shotgun ammunition.
Upland game hunters — Needs dense pattern coverage that avoids tearing pelts or meat when targeting quail, snipe, partridge, and doves at short range, which this 28-gauge shotgun ammunition provides through its fine 2.0 mm (#9) lead pellets and heavy 28 g charge weight.

Less suitable for: Target engagements beyond the 30 to 35-metre threshold, pursuing larger feathered game or small mammals, shooting in older shotguns limited to 65 mm (2½") chambers, or hunting in regulated Australian wetlands; these applications require heavier-gauge platforms (such as 20-gauge or 12-gauge shotguns) firing larger #7.5 to #4 shot or non-toxic steel, bismuth, or tungsten shot.

SKU	SAB42040LP
Model #	V140102
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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