The Brenneke Self Defense Less Lethal 12 Gauge Sabot Round (brand part no. SL-122SDLL) is a purpose-built home-defense load from Brenneke designed to stop an intruder without the lethality of a standard buckshot or slug round. Instead of lead or steel, the sabot projectile is molded from Brenneke’s proprietary KOline material, a soft, easily deformable compound engineered to deliver a stopping blow at close range while dramatically reducing the risk of serious injury or death compared to conventional defensive ammunition. It is intended specifically as a reduced-lethality option for close-quarters home defense, not as a hunting or target round.

Key Specifications

• Chambered for 12 gauge, 2-3/4-inch shotguns, fitting standard-length home-defense shotguns.
• Fires a single 1/3 oz sabot projectile rather than a shot charge or conventional slug.
• The projectile is molded from KOline, a lead-free material built to deform rapidly on impact.
• Rated at a reduced 315 fps muzzle velocity, intentionally slower than standard defensive ammunition to lower lethality.
• Generates approximately 31 ft-lbs of muzzle energy, calibrated for a stopping impact rather than penetrating force.
• Manufacturer-rated accurate to 20 yards, the practical range for a close-quarters home-defense scenario.
• Built with reduced over-penetration risk through walls and windows compared to conventional buckshot or slugs.
• Packaged 5 rounds per box, sized for loading a dedicated home-defense magazine tube.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a lethal defensive round? It is engineered as a less-lethal option, using a reduced velocity and a soft, deforming KOline projectile to stop a threat with a much lower chance of causing death than standard defensive ammunition.

What is the effective range? Brenneke rates this load as accurate out to 20 yards, well suited to typical home-defense distances.

Does it reduce the risk of over-penetration through walls? Yes, the lightweight, low-velocity KOline projectile is designed with a lower risk of penetrating interior walls or windows compared to conventional buckshot or slug loads.

Buy the Brenneke Self Defense Less Lethal 12 Gauge Sabot Round

Homeowners who want a reduced-lethality option loaded and ready in their defensive shotgun now have a purpose-engineered choice instead of improvising with birdshot. Brenneke built this round from the ground up for exactly that role. Order it from our Brenneke lineup of shotgun shells through our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, direct shipping.