.410 Slug Accuracy Test Winchester Remington Brenneke

Published on August 24, 2023
Duration: 12:04

This .410 slug accuracy test compares Winchester, Remington, and Brenneke loads using a Stevens 301 shotgun with an Improved Cylinder choke. The Brenneke 3-inch 1/4 oz slugs and Winchester 2.5-inch 1/5 oz slugs emerged as the most accurate, achieving tight groups at 40 yards. The host plans to use the Brenneke slugs for future long-range testing up to 200 yards.

Quick Summary

The Brenneke USA Magnum 3-inch 1/4 oz slugs and Winchester Super X 2.5-inch 1/5 oz slugs were the most accurate in the Buckeye Ballistics .410 slug test at 40 yards, achieving tight groups.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Slug Overview
  2. 02:04Test Firearm & Choke Setup
  3. 03:05Energy & Hunting Considerations
  4. 05:14Winchester 2.5-inch Testing
  5. 06:46Remington 2.5-inch Testing
  6. 07:34Winchester 3-inch Testing
  7. 08:46Brenneke 3-inch Testing
  8. 10:02Conclusion & Results

Frequently Asked Questions

Which .410 slugs were most accurate in the Stevens 301 test?

The Brenneke USA Magnum 3-inch 1/4 oz slugs and the Winchester Super X 2.5-inch 1/5 oz slugs were found to be the most accurate during the 40-yard accuracy test conducted by Buckeye Ballistics.

What choke is recommended for .410 slug accuracy?

For .410 slug accuracy testing, an Improved Cylinder (IC) choke is recommended. This choke provides a moderate constriction, balancing pattern density and slug performance without excessive tightness.

What is the effective range for .410 slugs for hunting?

The host suggests a practical hunting range limit of 40-50 yards for 1/5 oz .410 slugs due to their rapid energy loss. Heavier 3-inch slugs might extend this range slightly.

How does .410 slug energy compare to other firearms?

.410 slugs possess muzzle energy comparable to a .44 Magnum pistol, but they lose this energy much more quickly over distance, limiting their effective range.

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