Can I use these 3-inch Sellier & Bellot shells in a .410 shotgun with a 2.5-inch chamber?

No, you must never load these 3-inch (76 mm) shells into short 2.5-inch (63.5 mm) chambers. Doing so will cause dangerous pressure spikes and can result in severe firearm damage or injury. Always verify your firearm's chamber length before use.

What is the effective working range of the duplex payload in these .410 shells?

These shells are engineered for close-quarters use with an effective working range typically within 15 to 20 metres. Beyond this distance, pattern dispersion from short barrels degrades terminal effectiveness. For targets situated past 20 to 25 metres, larger-calibre shotguns or dedicated .410 solid slugs are recommended.

What shot combination is included in the S&B .410 Self Defence ammunition payload?

This model features a layered duplex payload consisting of 2 heavy lead #000 buckshot pellets measuring 9.65 mm in diameter and 15 lead US BB pellets measuring 4.5 mm in diameter. This combination delivers a total payload of 15 grams with a muzzle velocity of 300 m/s.

What are the legal requirements for purchasing ammunition like this on XHunter in Australia?

Under Australian firearms legislation, self-defence is not an acceptable genuine reason to acquire ammunition. These rounds are sold strictly for hunting, sport, or vertebrate pest control to customers holding a valid Category A or Category H firearms licence, subject to state jurisdiction and face-to-face dealer transfer or registered courier regulations.

.410 Ammo - S&B V236902

The Sellier & Bellot 410 Gauge 3" 410/76 Shotshell (Model V236902) is a specialised duplex cartridge engineered for high terminal impact at close range. Loaded in a 3-inch (76 mm) plastic hull with a high 12.0 mm brass head, this cartridge features a 15-gram (~11/16 oz) combination payload comprising two heavy lead #000 buckshot pellets (9.65 mm diameter) paired with 15 lead US BB pellets (4.5 mm diameter). Propelled to a muzzle velocity of 300 m/s (~984 fps), the multi-projectile payload provides deep penetration from the large buckshot alongside dense pattern coverage from the secondary shot. In the Australian market, this ammunition serves primary roles in close-range agricultural vertebrate pest management and recreational shooting.

Key Features

Duplex Combination Payload: Features two 9.65 mm #000 buckshot pellets and 15 individual 4.5 mm BB pellets to deliver both penetration and pattern spread in a single discharge.
Muzzle Velocity and Energy: Yields a nominal muzzle velocity of 300 m/s (~984 fps), with each #000 buckshot pellet producing approximately 176 ft-lbs of energy at the muzzle and retaining 159 ft-lbs at 14 yards (~13 metres).
High Brass Construction: Built with a 12.0 mm brass head and standard plastic wad designed for reliable ignition and cycling in compatible .410 platforms.
Effective Terminal Envelope: Retains roughly 90% of #000 buckshot pellet energy out to 14 yards (~13 metres) for decisive close-range engagement.

Specifications

Gauge / Calibre: .410 Bore (410/76)
Shell Length: 3 inches (76 mm)
Payload Weight: 15 grams (~11/16 oz)
Shot Composition: 2x #000 Buckshot (9.65 mm) + 15x US BB (4.5 mm) lead shot
Muzzle Velocity: 300 m/s (~984 fps)
Brass Head Height: 12.0 mm (~0.45 in)
Package Quantity: 25 rounds per box
Firearm Compatibility: Suitable exclusively for firearms with 3-inch (76 mm) chambers

Who is the S&B Sellier & Bellot 410 Gauge 3" 410x76 Self Defence Ammo 25 Rd for?

Farm pest controllers — requires the 15-gram (~11/16 oz) duplex payload of 9.65 mm #000 buckshot and 4.5 mm BB pellets at 300 m/s (~984 fps) to achieve dense spread and decisive penetration on medium-to-large varmints within 13 metres.
Sports shooters — utilise standard 25 rounds per box packaging of 3-inch (76 mm) defensive shotshells for structured target shooting and close-quarters property management using appropriately chambered .410 bore firearms.

Less suitable for: Targets situated beyond 20 to 25 metres where pellet dispersion degrades effectiveness, which are better served by dedicated .410 solid slugs or larger-calibre 12-gauge and 20-gauge shotguns; strictly unsuitable for firearms with short 2.5-inch (63.5 mm) chambers due to excessive pressure risks.

SKU	SAB42048LP
Model #	V236902
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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