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IMPORTANT: FINAL SALE ITEM – NO RETURNS All 12-Gauge round sales are final. This product is not eligible for return or refund under any circumstances.
IMPORTANT SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS The Byrna® 12-Gauge Less-Lethal Shotgun Round cannot be shipped to California, New York, Washington, D.C., Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or Alaska. Orders placed with shipping addresses in these locations will be automatically canceled.
Quick Summary: A powerful less-lethal home-defense option for shotgun owners seeking reduced noise, minimal recoil, and controlled stopping power without the risks of traditional lethal ammunition.
🔧 FEATURES & PERFORMANCE
Byrna® Less-Lethal 12-Gauge Rounds are engineered to provide a powerful defensive option while significantly reducing the risks associated with traditional lethal ammunition. These rounds feature a custom clamshell and wad design to ensure proper barrel alignment upon exit, along with parting lines, variable wall thickness, and sonic welding that create a projectile that is strong yet frangible where applicable. Byrna’s patented Fin-Tailed® technology enhances in-flight stability and accuracy out to approximately 100 feet. Because these rounds contain no gunpowder, discharge is up to 16× quieter than a standard shotgun round and produces minimal perceived recoil. The rounds deliver kinetic-only impact and contain no chemical payload, making them a controlled, less-lethal defensive solution.
🔫 FIREARM COMPATIBILITY
These rounds are fully compatible with pump-action shotguns and are recommended for use in that platform. The Byrna® 12-Gauge round contains no gunpowder and therefore will not cycle a semi-automatic shotgun action; however, it can be manually cycled and fired through most semi-automatic shotguns. Use only with standard cylinder bore or improved cylinder choke 12-gauge shotguns. Do not use with modified, full, rifled, or specialty choked barrels.
⚠️ SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE AND EXCESSIVE HEAT. Never fire at targets closer than 6 feet, as doing so may cause injury to the shooter or others nearby. Only target lower body areas (thorax and below) of a criminal aggressor. Never target the head or neck, as doing so could result in serious permanent injury or death.
To avoid serious injury, use only ammunition in good condition and only in modern, proof-tested firearms in proper working order. Ensure the barrel is free from obstructions before firing. If recoil feels unusually light or the report sounds abnormal, stop firing and inspect the barrel before loading another round. Always wear eye and ear protection. If a firearm fails to fire, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and avoid exposure to the breech when unloading. Delayed discharge may occur if the primer is struck; handle with caution and DO NOT DROP. Do not fire at hard surfaces or water to avoid ricochet. Store ammunition in a cool, dry place away from ammonia-based chemicals, fire, or excessive heat. Never attempt to modify, disassemble, tamper with, reload, reuse, reassemble, or recharge Byrna® Less-Lethal Kinetic Shotgun Rounds.
WARNING: Using Byrna® 12-Gauge Less-Lethal Kinetic Shotgun Rounds other than as instructed may result in serious injury or death. Use only with cylinder bore or improved cylinder choke shotguns.
CAUTION – CALIFORNIA PROP 65: Discharging firearms, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exposure to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov for more information. Wash hands thoroughly after exposure.
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Byrna® 12-Gauge Less-Lethal ammunition is compatible with all 12-gauge shotguns using a standard cylinder bore or improved cylinder choke. Platforms extensively tested include the Remington 870, Mossberg 590, and Kel-Tec KSG. The blast registers at less than 117 decibels, making it up to 16× quieter than a traditional shotgun blast and similar to Byrna .68 caliber CO₂ launchers. The round contains no gunpowder and is powered only by a primer, resulting in almost no perceived recoil. Effective range is approximately 100 feet. When stored properly in dry conditions, Byrna® 12-Gauge rounds are warrantied for up to 3 years. These rounds are legal in all 50 states; however, customers are responsible for verifying local regulations before purchasing.