Byrna 12 Gauge FAQ's - LESS LETHAL 12 GAUGE ROUND

Byrna 12 Gauge Shotgun Less Lethal

1. What types of shotguns are compatible with the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition?-

All 12 gauge shotguns with a standard cylinder bore and improved cylinder bore choke can fire the Byrna 12 gauge rounds but the following shotguns have been extensively tested:- Remington 870- Mossberg 590- Kel Tec KSG

2. How loud is the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition blast registration?- 117 decibelsโ€ฆ 16 times quieter then a traditional shotgun blast and a similar report to our .68 caliber CO2 launchers. No hearing protection is required when shooting the Byrna 12 gauge rounds.

3. How much gunpowder does the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition contain?

- The Byrna 12 gauge round contains no gunpowder and is powered only by a primer.

4. Does the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition have any recoil?

- The Byrna 12 gauge rounds have almost no perceived recoil.

5. What is the effective range of the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition?

- 100 feet.

6. What safety precautions should be taken when handling the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition?

- As with any firearm, all normal firearm safety precautions should be taken:- Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire- Treat every shotgun as if it is loaded- Do not point the shotgun at anything you do not intend to shoot- Be aware of your target and whatโ€™s behind it before firing

7. What are the storage requirements for Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition?

- Byrna 12 gauge ammunition should be kept in a dry area out of weather elements for longer lasting storage.

8. How does the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal shotgun ammunition compared to the current less-lethal options in the marketplace?

- Most โ€œless-lethalโ€ ammunition on the market is sold as a novelty and has little effect on the target. All less-lethal shotgun ammunition currently used by law enforcement has a much more limited range and limited use types.

9. Is the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition legal in all 50 states?

- Yes! Byrna 12 gauge rounds are legal in all 50 states, but check your local regulations before purchasing.

10. What is the shelf life of the Byrna 12-gauge less lethal ammunition?

- There are no expiration dates on the Byrna 12-Gauge Kinetic ammunition. If they are stored at moderate temperatures, and dry conditions, they will function perfectly for a very long time.

The Byrna 12 Gauge Less Lethal Shotgun Round cannot be shipped to the following states:

  • California

  • New York

  • Washington D.C.

  • Connecticut

  • Illinois

  • Massachusetts

  • New Jersey

  • Puerto Rico

  • Hawaii

  • Alaska