Sellier & Bellot Breaching 12 Gauge 2-3/4-inch 1/2oz ammunition (part no. SB12BR) is a specialty load from Sellier & Bellot built around the breaching role its name describes: defeating locks, hinges, and other door hardware with reduced risk of dangerous ricochet compared to standard buckshot or slugs. Sellier & Bellot’s own listing also notes it as suited for home defense use, though shooters should understand this is a specialized, light-payload load rather than a traditional buckshot or slug round. At a listed 1,575 feet per second, the light 1/2oz payload is tuned for controlled, close-range hardware destruction rather than maximum wound potential. It ships in a smaller 10-round box, reflecting its role as a purpose-specific tool rather than a high-volume defensive or hunting load.

Key Specifications

• Chambered for 12 gauge shotguns.
• Standard 2-3/4-inch shell length for compatibility with any 12-gauge shotgun.
• Loaded with a light 1/2oz payload, tuned for controlled, close-range hardware destruction.
• Rated at a listed 1,575 feet per second muzzle velocity.
• Built for the breaching role of defeating locks, hinges, and door hardware.
• Designed to reduce dangerous ricochet risk compared to standard buckshot or slug loads.
• Sold in a smaller 10-round box.
• Runs about $2.98 per round at full retail, reflecting its specialty-role construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a breaching round used for? It’s a specialty shotshell built to defeat door hardware like locks and hinges at close range with reduced ricochet risk compared to buckshot or slugs.

How fast is this load? Sellier & Bellot lists a muzzle velocity of 1,575 feet per second for this load.

How is this ammunition packaged? It ships in boxes of 10 rounds.

Buy the Sellier & Bellot Breaching 12 Gauge Ammo

A specialty task calls for a specialty round, and this Breaching load is purpose-built for defeating door hardware. Add it to your shotgun shells supply today. Order from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and it ships fast to your door.