{"product_id":"winchester-ammo-defender-12-gauge-2-75-1-1-8-oz-2-shot-25-rd-box-or-case","title":"Winchester Ammo Defender 12 Gauge 2.75\" 1-1\/8 oz #2 Shot 25 Rd - Box or Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffff00;\"\u003eWinchester Defender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a purpose-built \u003cstrong\u003e12 Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e shotshell engineered for close-range personal defense. Loaded in a \u003cstrong\u003e2.75\"\u003c\/strong\u003e hull with a hefty \u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/8 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e payload of \u003cstrong\u003ecopper-plated lead #2 shot\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eWinchester pushes the payload at \u003cstrong\u003e1145 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e from the muzzle and pairs it with a \u003cstrong\u003ecushioned wad\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003emodified choke\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best balance of pattern density and spread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour purchase options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox - 25 Rounds:\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard 25-round box, ideal for topping off a defensive magazine tube or stocking a bedside safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase - 250 Rounds (10 Boxes):\u003c\/strong\u003e A full 250-round case for serious training, deep stocking, or outfitting multiple defensive shotguns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Winchester Ammo","offers":[{"title":"Box - 25 Rounds","offer_id":55000247566658,"sku":"142835BOX","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case - 250 Rounds (10 Boxes)","offer_id":55000247599426,"sku":"142835CASE","price":400.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/7921\/5682\/files\/hires_d4254ad3-50cb-4c3f-9531-5da50a9bc36e.png?v=1784407138","url":"https:\/\/centerfiresystems.com\/products\/winchester-ammo-defender-12-gauge-2-75-1-1-8-oz-2-shot-25-rd-box-or-case","provider":"Centerfire Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}