SELLIER&BELLOT .12/70 BUCK SHOT 36 G

Sellier & Bellot 12/70 Buck Shot is a shotgun cartridge loaded with 36 grams of large-diameter lead pellets. The product family is available with shot diameters ranging from 4.5 to 8.4 mm, allowing the user to select an appropriate version for the intended lawful application.

The cartridge produces a velocity of 360 m/s at two metres. Its felt wad and 12.5 mm metal head provide a traditional hunting-shell construction. It must only be used in a compatible shotgun and in accordance with applicable firearms, ammunition and hunting regulations.

Suitable for use

• Shotguns chambered in 12/70

• Compatible shotguns chambered in 12/76

• Hunting where the selected shot size and method are permitted

• Lawful applications requiring large-diameter lead shot

• Pattern testing at an authorized shooting range

• Hunters and experienced shotgun users

Why choose S&B 12/70 Buck Shot 36 g?

• Heavy 36 g lead-shot load

• Five available shot diameters

• Velocity of 360 m/s

• Traditional felt wad

• 12.5 mm metal head

• 25 cartridges per box

• Compatible with suitable 12-gauge shotguns

• Manufactured by an established European ammunition producer

Technical specifications

• Gauge and chamber length: 12/70

• Cartridge-case length: 70 mm

• Shot material: Lead

• Shot type: Large spherical buckshot

• Load weight: 36 g

• Available shot diameters: 4.5, 5.1, 6.1, 7.6 or 8.4 mm

• Velocity at 2 m: 360 m/s

• Wad material: Felt

• Metal-head height: 12.5 mm

• Cartridges per box: 25

• Boxes per case: 10

• Cartridges per case: 250

• Approximate case weight: 13 kg

• EAN: Varies according to shot diameter

Available shot sizes

• 4.5 mm – a larger number of smaller pellets within the 36 g load

• 5.1 mm – medium-diameter buckshot

• 6.1 mm – larger and heavier individual pellets

• 7.6 mm – very large buckshot

• 8.4 mm – the largest pellet diameter in this product family

The precise pellet count depends on the selected diameter. A smaller-diameter version generally contains more pellets, while a larger-diameter version contains fewer pellets with greater individual mass.

Supplied with

• 25 × S&B 12/70 Buck Shot 36 g cartridges

• Lead shot in the selected diameter

• Manufacturer’s retail packaging

Frequently asked questions

What does Buck Shot mean?

Buckshot consists of large spherical pellets. These pellets are considerably larger than ordinary birdshot or clay-target shot, so fewer of them are contained in each cartridge.

Can this cartridge be fired from a 12/76 shotgun?

In general, a 12/70 cartridge can be used in a shotgun chambered for 12/76, provided that the firearm manufacturer permits it. Always verify the gauge and chamber markings on the barrel or in the firearm documentation.

Can it be used in a shotgun chambered for 12/65?

No. A 70 mm cartridge must not be used in a shorter 65 mm chamber. Use only ammunition of a type and length for which the firearm was designed and proofed.

Which shot diameter should be selected?

The appropriate choice depends on the intended lawful application, shooting distance, required pattern and applicable regulations. Smaller pellets provide a higher pellet count, while larger pellets have greater individual mass. Pattern performance should be confirmed with the intended firearm.

Is it suitable for clay-target shooting?

This is not a conventional clay-target cartridge. Its large pellets and heavy 36 g load require a shooting facility that specifically permits buckshot. Ordinary clay-target ammunition is the appropriate choice for trap, skeet and sporting disciplines.

Does pellet diameter affect the pattern?

Yes. Pattern performance is affected by pellet diameter, pellet count, barrel, choke, cartridge construction and distance. The same cartridge can produce noticeably different patterns in different shotguns.

Can it be used in wetland areas?

This cartridge contains lead shot. It must only be used in locations and circumstances where lead ammunition is permitted. Applicable restrictions should be checked before hunting or shooting.

Recommended products

• S&B 12/70 Buck Shot 32 g

• S&B 12/70 Buck Shot 8.4 mm 32 g

• Purpose-specific birdshot cartridges

• Non-toxic shotgun ammunition

• Hearing and eye protection

• A 12-gauge shotgun cleaning kit

When is S&B 12/70 Buck Shot 36 g the right choice?

This cartridge is intended for users who require a heavy 36 g buckshot load for a compatible 12/70 shotgun. Its five available pellet diameters provide a choice between a greater number of smaller pellets and fewer, heavier pellets.

A 32 g buckshot cartridge may be preferable when reduced recoil is a priority. Birdshot or dedicated clay-target ammunition should be selected for bird hunting and sporting disciplines where smaller shot is required.

Expert recommendation

Do not select buckshot by pellet diameter alone. Confirm compatibility with the firearm’s chamber, barrel and choke, and verify that the ammunition is permitted for the intended use and location. Pattern the selected load with the intended shotgun at an authorized shooting range, as results can differ substantially between firearms and choke configurations.

Use only ammunition matching the gauge and chamber markings on the firearm. Observe all restrictions concerning lead shot and store ammunition in a cool, dry and secure location.

Heavy 36 g buckshot ammunition for 12/70 shotguns

S&B 12/70 Buck Shot combines a 36 g lead-pellet load, a velocity of 360 m/s and five available shot diameters. Its felt wad and 25-round packaging make it a practical option for users requiring dependable large-pellet shotgun ammunition.