Winchester Ammo Defender 12 Gauge 2.75" 1-1/8 oz #2 Shot 25 Rd - Box or Case

The Winchester Defender is a purpose-built 12 Gauge shotshell engineered for close-range personal defense. Loaded in a 2.75" hull with a hefty 1-1/8 oz payload of copper-plated lead #2 shot, this round puts substantially more pellets on target than a typical 00 Buckshot load, making it a smart choice for home defense shotguns where multiple threats or uncertain target identification may demand a wider, denser pattern.

Winchester pushes the payload at 1145 fps from the muzzle and pairs it with a cushioned wad that noticeably absorbs felt recoil. That recoil management matters when follow-up shots are required under stress, and the Defender line is specifically designed to keep the gun tracking for fast, accurate second and third hits. Winchester recommends pairing this load with a modified choke for the best balance of pattern density and spread.

The copper plating on the lead shot helps maintain pellet shape and resists deformation in the bore and during flight, which translates to cleaner, more uniform patterns down range. Housed in a standard 2-3/4" shotshell case, the Defender fits any 12 Gauge chamber that accepts 2.75" shells, including the most popular pump-action and semi-auto defensive shotguns on the market.

Your purchase options:

• Box - 25 Rounds: The standard 25-round box, ideal for topping off a defensive magazine tube or stocking a bedside safe.
• Case - 250 Rounds (10 Boxes): A full 250-round case for serious training, deep stocking, or outfitting multiple defensive shotguns.