12 GAUGE FEDERAL TACTICAL 00 BUCKSHOT (250 ROUNDS)
When they get their hands on a shotgun, criminals tend to use cheap birdshot. They think: a 12 gauge shotgun shell is a 12 gauge shotgun shell, right? Wrong!This case of 250 shells from Federal comes with several features that make it more effective for the law enforcement purposes it was designed for. The 9 pellets in each 2 3/4" shell are copper-plated for better shape and energy retention, which translates into more consistent patterns for taking down threats of the animal or criminal variety. Federal's FLITECONTROL wad keeps the pellets together even after they leave the barrel, gradually releasing them several feet later for improved medium-range effectiveness. The load's reduced recoil comes at a slight cost in muzzle velocity compared with "express" hunting loads, but enables quicker follow-up shots and use by recoil-sensitive shooters. The reduced velocity also aids in preventing overpenetration and collateral damage, an important feature even for shotguns in a self-defense context. Overall, this is an excellent, balanced shell for your home defense shotgun.
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| Quantity | 250 |
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| Manufacturer | Federal |
| Ammo Caliber | 12 Gauge |
| Manufacturer SKU | LE132 00 |
| Bullet Type | 00 BUCK |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1145 |
Customer Reviews of this 12 GAUGE FEDERAL TACTICAL 00 BUCKSHOT (250 ROUNDS)
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Great self defense ammo
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Posted onI always have a great experience ordering from ammoman. The order always arrives quickly and are well packaged. I gave shot this before our of my 590 A1, but now I'm excited for my 300 Ultima Tactical to arrive, so I can see how they perform in that. I'm sure that they'll be great.
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Great service Great delivery time.
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Posted onNo complaints. Appreciate the unmarked box option
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Nice transaction.
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Posted onVery happy with this transaction. Great work.
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Arrived as Advertised/No Issues
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Posted onGot exactly what I ordered, in the timeframe stated. No issues with quality, would definitely buy from Ammoman again.
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This is a great product for home defense! I intend to purchase more when my budget allows.
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Posted onI have not shot any of these shells because they are for my home defense. I use other shells I have purchased from Ammo man for target practice. I have been very pleased with all of my purchases & will definitely purchase again & recommend Ammo Man to others!
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This is the best low recoil buckshot ammo... NO, it is the best 00 buckshot load. Tighter patterns extend effective range. I use it for "pest" control at the ranch, home defense, compete with it. I have tried all available and this is the best...
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Posted onThis is the best buckshot ammo money will buy. No fliers... tight patterns. Extends the range of 12 gage for serious purposes. This load, LE132 00 with nine pellets is better than the eight pellet load based on performance during my shooting. The LE132 000 eight pellet load works even better for longer shots. I teach CCW classes and often demonstrate this ammo... most impressed students ever. Cannot believe how far before the pattern starts to open and how far from the target we get still able to keep all pellets in the head of a B27 target. Some shotguns can keep all nine pellets within the 8-ring of a B27 target at 50 yards! I buy LE 132 00 by the case two or three times a year from AMMOMAN... great service, always exactly what I order. Best price when you consider the free shipping. About to order another case. Sometimes this Federal ammo is not available for six months at a time so I try to keep at least a case in reserve. AMMOMAN is a joy to work with... every time! Takes one week from the day I order to receive it in central California.
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Best tactical buckshot
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Posted onI've shot this excellent ammo on the range and my large metropolitan PD uses it in all our shotguns. It is designed to hold a tighter pattern to a longer distance using flitecontrol. It is very accurate.
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How to Choose an Ammo Brand
Match the Brand to Your Caliber
Not every brand makes every caliber. Winchester and Federal cover the widest range: pistol, rifle, rimfire, and shotgun. Wolf and Tula run steel-cased rifle ammo in 7.62x39 and 5.45x39 at a lower cost per round. Speer and Hornady are the go-to names for defensive handgun loads. Start on the caliber page for the specific firearm, then compare which brands are in stock and at what price per round.
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Match the Brand to Your Use Case
Range and training ammo is a cost-per-round game. Wolf, Magtech, and PMC are the common picks for high-volume shooting and sport shooting leagues that go through a case at a time. Personal defense and duty ammo is judged on terminal performance instead: Federal HST, Speer Gold Dot, and Hornady Critical Defense are the names that show up most in that category. Hunting ammo depends on the game and the caliber, with Federal, Winchester, and Hornady all running dedicated hunting lines. Precision and competition shooting runs on a different standard: round-to-round consistency matters more than price per round. Black Hills built its reputation on match-grade accuracy, and Winchester's newer Supreme Long Range line targets that same long-distance crowd. Once a brand fits the caliber and budget, check current stock before checkout, since availability shifts often.
Top Ammo Brands at AmmoMan.com
Federal Ammo
Federal makes pistol, rifle, rimfire, and shotgun ammo out of Anoka, Minnesota. The Premium line, including HST self-defense ammo and Gold Medal Match rifle ammo, is a common pick for law enforcement contracts and competition shooters. Shop Federal ammo.
Winchester Ammo
Winchester ammunition has been made since Winchester Repeating Arms Company was founded in 1866. The White Box line is a range-day staple, the PDX1 Defender series is issued by several law enforcement agencies including the FBI, and the newer Supreme Long Range line is built for long-distance rifle shooting. Shop Winchester ammo.
Hornady Ammo
Hornady built its name on bullet design, with the V-MAX, SST, and Critical Defense lines leading that work. Handloaders and factory-ammo shooters both rely on Hornady for consistent accuracy. Shop Hornady ammo.
PMC Ammo
PMC, short for Precision Made Cartridges, is a South Korean manufacturer that keeps brass-cased ammo affordable, especially in 9mm, 223/5.56, and 7.62x39. Shop PMC ammo.
Remington Ammo
Remington has made ammunition in the United States for more than 200 years, with a full lineup of pistol and rifle ammo that includes the UMC line for range use and Golden Saber for personal defense. Shop Remington ammo.
Speer Ammo
Speer built its reputation on the Gold Dot self-defense line, a bonded hollow point that law enforcement favors for consistent expansion and penetration. Speer Lawman is the training-grade alternative at a lower price point. Shop Speer ammo.
Black Hills Ammunition
Black Hills Ammunition is a smaller, premium manufacturer out of South Dakota, built for match-grade accuracy and consistency. Military units and precision rifle shooters are among its regular buyers. Shop Black Hills ammo.
Wolf Ammo
Wolf makes affordable steel-cased ammo, mostly in rifle calibers like 7.62x39 and 223/5.56, and it's a regular pick for high-volume range shooting and sport shooting. Shop Wolf ammo.
Fiocchi Ammo
Fiocchi is an Italian manufacturer dating back to 1876, producing pistol, rifle, and shotgun ammo for range use, hunting, and competition. Shop Fiocchi ammo.
Magtech Ammo
Magtech, based in Brazil, runs brass- and steel-cased pistol and rifle ammo at a competitive price, and it's a common choice for range training. Shop Magtech ammo.
Sellier & Bellot Ammo
Sellier & Bellot is a Czech manufacturer with more than 200 years in ammunition production, covering a wide range of pistol and rifle calibers at accessible prices. Shop Sellier & Bellot ammo.
Military Surplus Ammo
Military surplus ammo comes from government and military stockpiles around the world, and it's a budget option for range shooting. Availability shifts based on what comes to market, so stock changes often. Shop military surplus ammo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most reliable ammo brand?
Reliability depends on caliber and application. For personal defense, Federal, Speer, and Hornady all have strong track records in law enforcement testing. For range training, PMC, Magtech, and Winchester White Box run consistently across a wide range of firearms, from sport shooting leagues to weekend range trips.
Is foreign-made ammo as good as American-made ammo?
Foreign manufacturers like Sellier & Bellot, Fiocchi, Magtech, and Prvi Partizan build to the same SAAMI or CIP pressure standards as American brands, and they're widely used for range training. Some shooters still prefer American-made brass-cased ammo for hunting and personal defense. U.S. and other NATO forces even use ammo made by foreign brands like PMC in the Pacific.
What's the difference between steel-cased and brass-cased ammo brands?
Steel-cased ammo brands like Wolf and Tula cost less per round and hold up fine for high-volume range days, though steel cases don't reload as well as brass. Brass-cased ammo brands, including Federal, Winchester, PMC, and Hornady, cost more but run cleaner and stand up better to reloading. For personal defense or hunting, brass-cased ammo is the safer default. For a weekend at the range, steel-cased ammo saves money without giving up much.
Which brands are best for buying in bulk?
Case-quantity pricing matters most for range and training rounds fired by the hundreds, and Wolf, Tula, PMC, and Magtech all price down as quantity goes up. Orders over $99 ship free no matter which brands end up in the cart, so combining brands into one order beats checking out separately. Manufacturers also run mail-in rebate promotions from time to time, so it can pay to check for a current rebate on a given brand before buying.
Does brand matter more than bullet type?
Bullet type, like FMJ, JHP, or soft point, usually matters more than brand for picking the right ammo for the job. Once the bullet type is set, the brand choice is really about reliability and price per round.
Stock turns over as each brand runs through production, so the fastest way to find the right ammo brand for a specific gun is to filter by caliber and check what's currently in stock above.