#3 Buck

Hunting

#3 buckshot (.25" diameter) offers a middle ground between smaller #4 buck and larger #1 buck. With approximately 20 pellets per shell, it provides good pattern density while still delivering adequate energy per pellet for medium game.

Use Type

Buckshot

Deer Hunting

Specifications

Pellet Diameter: .25"
Shot Weight: 7/8 - 1 oz
Pellet Count: 18-24
Muzzle Velocity: 1,200-1,300 fps
Shot Material: Lead
Effective Range: 25-35 yards
Shell Lengths: 2¾", 3"
Recommended Choke: IC / Modified

Comparison

Size	Diameter	Pellets
#4 Buck	.24"	27
#3 Buck	.25"	20
#1 Buck	.30"	16

FAQ

Why is #3 buck less common?

#3 buck occupies a niche between #4 and #1 buck. Many hunters prefer the extremes: more pellets (#4) or more energy per pellet (#1, 00).

You may be interested in these ammo products with a #3 buck bullet:

20 ga - 2-3/4" # 3 Buck - Federal Power Shok - 250 Rounds

$410.00

Quantity - 250
Manufacturer - Federal
Bullets - #3 Buck
Cost Per Round - $1.64 per round

20 Gauge - 2-3/4" 20 Pellets #3 Buckshot - Winchester Super-X - 15 Rounds

$25.00

Quantity - 15
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #3 Buck
Cost Per Round - $1.67 per round

20 Gauge - 2-3/4" 17 Pellets #3 Buck - Barnes Defense Buckshot - 5 Rounds

$17.00

Quantity - 5
Manufacturer - Barnes
Bullets - #3 Buck
Cost Per Round - $3.4 per round

20 Gauge - 2-3/4" - #3 Buck 20 Pellet - Winchester Super X - 5 Rounds

$10.00

4 Reviews

Quantity - 5
Manufacturer - Winchester
Bullets - #3 Buck
Cost Per Round - $2 per round

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