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the answer would be brand specific, 12 gauge refers to the shell diameter, and 3 inch the length, inside will be divided into propellant and projectile, some may have more propellant leaving less room for projectiles but will be more powerful, some may have less propellant, in favour of more projectile at a decreased range.
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The number of shots (pellets) in a 12 gauge 3-inch shell can vary depending on the specific type of shot and its size, but a common load for a hunting shell might contain around 1 to 1 1/8 ounces of shot, equivalent to around 170 to 200 pellets of size #7.5 or #8.
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When was FN Auto5 serial 1114xx made is the caliber 67.5 or 70mm and can you use steel or heavishot?
The FN Auto-5 with serial number 1114xx was manufactured around 1951. It is chambered for 2 3/4" (70mm) shells. Steel shot can be used in Auto-5 shotguns with a modification to the barrel, but it's not recommended for heavishot due to potential damage from the increased pressure.
What is an expended shell casing?
An expended shell casing is the empty metal container left behind after a bullet is fired from a gun. It holds the primer, gunpowder, and projectile before being shot. Shell casings are often collected at crime scenes as evidence to help identify the type of weapon used.
Is it okay to shoot steel shot or hard shot from a 1950's JC Higgins 12 gauge?
It is not recommended to shoot steel shot or hard shot from a 1950's JC Higgins 12 gauge shotgun due to the risk of damaging the barrel or causing injury. This shotgun was likely designed for lead shot, so using steel shot could lead to increased wear and tear on the barrel. It's safer to stick to the original ammunition recommendations provided by the manufacturer.
Is there a maximum shell length for a single shot Iver Johnson 410 shotgun?
The maximum shell length for a single shot Iver Johnson 410 shotgun is typically 3 inches. It is important to consult the manufacturer's specifications for the specific model to ensure you are using the correct ammunition. Overloading a shotgun with shells that are too long can be dangerous and may damage the firearm.
Can a Stevens 12 gauge Model 95 shotgun accept steel shot?
It is not recommended to shoot steel shot through a Stevens 12 gauge Model 95 shotgun as it was not designed to handle the higher pressures generated by steel ammunition. Using steel shot can cause damage to the firearm and potentially be unsafe. It's best to check with the manufacturer for specific ammunition recommendations.
How wide are shot gun shells?
Depends on the gauge of the shell. The smaller the number, the bigger the shell. A 12 g shell is ABOUT 3/4 of an inch in diameter.
How many pellets is in one nitro turkey 3inch shell?
That depends on the size of the shot in the 3 inch shotgun shell,and the weight of the shot.
What is the best shotgun shell for shooting ducks?
The best shotgun shell for shooting ducks is a 3 to 3 1/2 inch 12 gauge with number 2 shot.
Can a 3 inch shotgun shell be shot good out of 3.5 inch chamber?
Yes
What is the danger is you place a 20 gauge shell in a 12 gauge shot gun?
The 20-gauge shell will fall into the barrel and lodge. When a properly fitting 12-gauge shell is chambered and fired, it will blow up the barrel and you will have a very bad day.
How many pellets in a 12 gauge buck shot shell?
OO Buck contains nine .32 sized lead balls.
How many pellets are in a 12 gauge shotgun shell?
It depends on what kind of shot/cartridge you use. Shot, being the pelllets inside the cartridge, come in many different sizes, from 1mm to 9mm.
How much lead shot per 12 gauge shell?
.5 -1.5 oz
Are there any 12 gauge shot guns with 36 inch barrel?
Yes
How many pellets in a shot gun shot?
Depends on the size of the shot, whether the shot is lead, steel or something else, the weight of the load and the gauge of the shell. A lead 1 oz load of #6 birdshot is about 225 pellets.
How many pellets are in a turkey shot load?
No one answer. Shotshells intended for turkey are made in 10, 12, and 20 gauge, and the 12 g shells are made in 2 3/4, 3 inch, and 3 1/2 inch. They may be loaded with several different pellet sizes- and some are loaded with two different sizes in the same shell. Answer will depend on the gauge, length, pellet size- and the maker.
What length of shell do can you shoot in the Iver Johnson's 410 single shot with external hammer 2 and a half or 3 inch?
You can shoot both a 2 1/2 and a 3 inch shell.
