Barnes‘s Defense line in 12 gauge (part no. 32009) loads a 9-pellet 00 buckshot payload built with the massive terminal punch and dense, consistent patterns needed when the stakes are at their highest. Every round is produced with the same precision and reliability Barnes builds into its centerfire ammunition. Stock up on these shotgun shells for a serious home-defense load.

Key Specifications

• The gauge is 12, the standard defensive shotgun bore.
• The shell length is 2.75 inches, fitting standard and reduced-capacity chambers.
• The shot size is 00 buckshot, loaded with 9 pellets per shell.
• Each box holds 5 rounds, sized for a defensive shotgun’s typical capacity.
• Barnes builds this specifically as a self-defense load.
• Patterns are engineered to be dense and consistent for terminal performance.
• Barnes applies the same precision manufacturing used in its centerfire rifle ammunition.
• Cost runs about $1.22 per round, in line with premium defensive buckshot.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pellets does this load carry? Nine pellets of 00 buckshot per shell, built for dense, consistent defensive patterns.

Is Barnes Defense buckshot reliable across box to box? Yes, Barnes applies the same precision manufacturing standards from its centerfire ammunition to this defensive shotshell line.

Buy Barnes Defense 12 Gauge 9-Pellet 00 Buck

Nine pellets of 00 buck, built to the same standard as Barnes’ rifle ammunition. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.