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What are some good 12 ga factory loads for predators?
« on: November 18, 2025, 08:47:47 AM »
I have a new 12ga sitting in jail till early next month and have been looking at other threads here on coyote loads, but they seem to be on the older side.

Would anyone using a shotgun while calling care to share what loads they are currently finding to be effective?

I have not owned a shotgun since the early 90's so have not been keeping up on all the new offering as far as shot size, material, etc.   Also, have to limit it to factory loaded as I do not have the ability to do reloading.

Last time I bought a box of shells, choices were lead, steel, buckshot or slugs.  It seems that has changed somewhat...  :rolleyes:

Thanks much, looking forward to hearing more!
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Re: What are some good 12 ga factory loads for predators?
« Reply #1 on: November 18, 2025, 11:09:53 AM »
Shotgunned many coyotes here and Colorado. Heavy lead turkey load of 4s out of an X-full choke will anchor em to 60yds. #4Buck if you can find it. I imagine the spendy goose and turkey loads in TSS would do it also.

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Re: What are some good 12 ga factory loads for predators?
« Reply #2 on: November 18, 2025, 03:01:56 PM »
Appreciate the info, thanks!!
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Re: What are some good 12 ga factory loads for predators?
« Reply #3 on: November 18, 2025, 05:29:34 PM »
#4 buckshot smokes coyotes to 50-60 yards

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Re: What are some good 12 ga factory loads for predators?
« Reply #4 on: Yesterday at 11:33:03 AM »
Starting to see a "pattern" here  :lol4:  thanks for the replies and sharing your experiences!
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Re: What are some good 12 ga factory loads for predators?
« Reply #5 on: Yesterday at 04:28:54 PM »
Always wanted to try hexolit 32s

 


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