NSI 20 Gauge Buckshot 9-Pellet – 2-3/4" #00 Buck (or equivalent) 1300fps

NSI 20 Gauge Buckshot 9-Pellet – 2-3/4" #00 Buck (or equivalent)

The NSI 20 Gauge 9-Pellet Buckshot is a high-quality, European-made defensive / tactical load designed for close-range stopping power in a lighter-recoiling 20-gauge platform. This load is popular among home-defense users, law enforcement personnel, and hunters who need effective short-range performance in a 20-gauge shotgun (especially in areas where 20-gauge is preferred for lower recoil or lighter weight).

Each shell contains 9 pellets of #00 buckshot (double-aught lead buck, typically 0.33" diameter) loaded into a standard 2-3/4" hull. The 9-pellet configuration is the most common and widely regarded 20-gauge buckshot load — offering:

• More pellets than the classic 8-pellet 12-gauge 00 buck loads (in many cases)
• Excellent pattern density and hit probability at defensive ranges (5–25 yards)
• Good penetration and stopping power with manageable recoil compared to 12-gauge buckshot

Key Specifications

• Gauge: 20 Gauge
• Shell Length: 2-3/4"
• Shot Type: #00 Buckshot (lead)
• Pellet Count: 9 pellets
• Pellet Diameter: ≈0.33" (standard #00 buck)
• Muzzle Velocity: ≈1,200–1,300 fps (typical for 20ga 00 buck loads; exact velocity may vary slightly by batch)
• Rounds per Box: 25 (most common packaging)
• Primary Application: Home defense, personal protection, close-range tactical use, medium game hunting (deer, hogs, coyotes) at short range
• Features: Buffered payload (in many NSI buckshot loads) for improved pattern consistency, reliable non-corrosive primers, high-quality European components, reloadable hulls

Performance Notes

• At typical defensive distances (7–15 yards), 9-pellet 20-gauge 00 buck produces very dense, effective patterns — often tighter than many 12-gauge 00 buck loads
• Recoil is noticeably lighter than 12-gauge buckshot, making it easier to control for follow-up shots and more comfortable for smaller-statured shooters
• Penetration is sufficient for self-defense or medium game at close range, though it is less than 12-gauge buckshot at longer distances
• Works well with cylinder bore, improved cylinder, or modified chokes — many users prefer no choke (cylinder) for the widest effective spread at room-clearing distances

NSI 20ga 9-Pellet Buckshot is a trusted European alternative to American brands like Remington, Federal, and Winchester — offering consistent quality, clean burning, and excellent pattern performance at a competitive price point. A great choice for 20-gauge home-defense shotguns, youth/compact tactical setups, or hunters who prefer 20-gauge for close-range medium game.