QuestionI recently purchased an FNH SLP shotgun which comes with two different sized gas pistons. The larger size piston for 1 1/2 oz or larger ammunition and the smaller for 1 1/4 or smaller ammunition. What size is used for 2 3/4" 00 buck 12 pellets? Thanks.
AnswerHi Bill.
Most 2 3/4" 00 buck shells contain 9 pellets that are 54 grains each for a total shot weight of 1.1 ounces, thus I would probably use the smaller piston. I haven't owned or operated an FNH SLP shotgun however so I can't give you a definitive answer. To be sure you should contact the manufacturer as follows:
FNH USA Commercial and Law Enforcement Sales
PO Box 697
McLean, VA 22101
Phone: 703-288-1292
Fax: 703-288-1730
Web: http://www.fnhusa.com/products/firearms/family.asp?fid=FNF005&gid=FNG002&cid=FNC...
E-Mail:
[email protected]
In case you are curious about the shot weight of other popular 12 gauge loads, the following site contains a summary table which may help:
http://www.frfrogspad.com/shotgun.htm
Good luck and stay safe.
Bob
